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Fun fact:

If it were not for Cleopatra, purple


might not have become the royal color
of the Western world

Hue Saturation Value


Hue is the easiest Saturation refers to Value has to do with
one; it is basically intensity. Highly how dark or light the
just another word saturated colors are color is, ranging from
for color. Example, brighter or richer. black to white. As you
you might describe Desaturated colors can see, this gives us
the hue as coral have less pigment different shades, from
pink or light red, and therefore less a deep reddish brown
depending on your oomph. to a light pastel pink.
interpretation.

So how do we put this all together to create professional-looking color


schemes? There are actually tried-and-true formulas based on something called color
harmony that can help.
Color harmony uses the color wheel to illustrate time-tested color
combinations. We'll explore some of the most common types of harmony below.

Monochromatic
The easiest formula for harmony is monochromatic because it
only uses one color or hue.
To create a monochromatic color scheme, pick a spot on the color
wheel, then use your knowledge of saturation and value to create
variations.

Analogous
An analogous color scheme uses colors that are next to each
other on the wheel, like reds and oranges or blues and greens.
Don't be afraid to play with the palette and create your own
unique interpretation. That's what color harmony is all about; the
formulas are merely starting points to help guide and inspire you.

Complementary
Complementary colors are opposite each other on the
wheel; for instance, blue and orange or the classic red and green.
To avoid complementary color schemes that are too
simplistic, add some variety by introducing lighter, darker, or
desaturated tones.

Split-Complementary
A split-complementary color scheme uses the colors on either
side of the complement.
This gives you the same level of contrast as a complementary
color scheme but more colors to work with (and potentially more
interesting results).

Triadic
A triadic color scheme uses three colors that are evenly
spaced, forming a perfect triangle on the wheel.
These combinations tend to be pretty striking—especially when
they include primary or secondary colors—so be mindful when using
them in your work.

Tetradic
Tetradic color schemes form a rectangle on the wheel, using
not one but two complementary color pairs. This formula works best
if you let one color dominate while the others serve as an accent.

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