Complementary colors scheme

Learn how to master split complementary colors, one of the most basic and most approachable color schemes (aka the compound color scheme).

What is color theory? We will explore its world from the perspective of interior design, including colors and their psychological effect.

Complimentary Colors "Life is a great big canvas...Throw all the color on it you can"... The complementary color scheme is made of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. This scheme looks best when you put a warm color against a cool color, for example, red versus green-blue. The complementary scheme is intrinsically high-contrast. When using the complementary scheme, it is important to choose a dominant color and use its complementary color for accents. Using one color…

"Split Complementary Colors" by Bev Larson This is just a simple purple glass and beads, juxtaposed with what seem to be yellow apples...

See and understand to color scheme. It very important for a fashion designer or interior designer that how to use color scheme in their own design.

The craft blog of pattern designer Jeni Baker. Creative adventures in quilting, sewing, and color. Plus free sewing and quilting tutorials.

Although colors are a part of our daily lives, there are many variations to them and their uses that not everyone may take advantage of it. Take split-complementary colors, for example.

Understand the color wheel & color schemes to become a better decorator! Learn what colors go together in this valuable design lesson!