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    Color Harmonies: Basic Techniques For Combining Colors

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    The document discusses different color harmony techniques for combining colors based on the color wheel. It describes complementary colors which are opposite each other and create high contrast; analogous colors which are next to each other and create harmony; and triadic, split-complementary, rectangle/tetradic, and square schemes which use various combinations of colors spaced around the wheel. It provides tips for using dominance and balance of colors within each scheme.

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    Color Harmonies: Basic Techniques For Combining Colors

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    The document discusses different color harmony techniques for combining colors based on the color wheel. It describes complementary colors which are opposite each other and create high contrast; analogous colors which are next to each other and create harmony; and triadic, split-complementary, rectangle/tetradic, and square schemes which use various combinations of colors spaced around the wheel. It provides tips for using dominance and balance of colors within each scheme.

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    The document discusses different color harmony techniques for combining colors based on the color wheel. It describes complementary colors which are opposite each other and create high contrast; analogous colors which are next to each other and create harmony; and triadic, split-complementary, rectangle/tetradic, and square schemes which use various combinations of colors spaced around the wheel. It provides tips for using dominance and balance of colors within each scheme.

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    Color Harmonies

    Basic techniques for combining colors


    Below are shown the basic color chords based on the color wheel.

    Complementary 
    Colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel are considered
    to be complementary colors (example: red and green).
    The high contrast of complementary colors creates a vibrant look
    especially when used at full saturation. This color scheme must be
    managed well so it is not jarring.
    Complementary colors are tricky to use in large doses, but work well
    when you want something to stand out.
    Complementary colors are really bad for text. 

    Analogous 
    Analogous color schemes use colors that are next to each other on the
    color wheel. They usually match well and create serene and
    comfortable designs.
    Analogous color schemes are often found in nature and are
    harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
    Make sure you have enough contrast when choosing an analogous
    color scheme.
    Choose one color to dominate, a second to support. The third color is
    used (along with black, white or gray) as an accent.
    Color Harmonies
    Basic techniques for combining colors
    Below are shown the basic color chords based on the color wheel.

    Complementary 
    Colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel are considered
    to be complementary colors (example: red and green).
    The high contrast of complementary colors creates a vibrant look
    especially when used at full saturation. This color scheme must be
    managed well so it is not jarring.
    Complementary colors are tricky to use in large doses, but work well
    when you want something to stand out.
    Complementary colors are really bad for text. 

    Triad 
    A triadic color scheme uses colors that are evenly spaced around the
    color wheel.
    Triadic color harmonies tend to be quite vibrant, even if you use pale
    or unsaturated versions of your hues.
    To use a triadic harmony successfully, the colors should be carefully
    balanced - let one color dominate and use the two others for accent.
    Color Harmonies
    Basic techniques for combining colors
    Below are shown the basic color chords based on the color wheel.

    Complementary 
    Colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel are considered
    to be complementary colors (example: red and green).
    The high contrast of complementary colors creates a vibrant look
    especially when used at full saturation. This color scheme must be
    managed well so it is not jarring.
    Complementary colors are tricky to use in large doses, but work well
    when you want something to stand out.
    Complementary colors are really bad for text. 

    Split-Complementary 
    The split-complementary color scheme is a variation of the
    complementary color scheme. In addition to the base color, it uses the
    two colors adjacent to its complement.
    This color scheme has the same strong visual contrast as the
    complementary color scheme, but has less tension.
    The split-complimentary color scheme is often a good choice for
    beginners, because it is difficult to mess up.
    Color Harmonies
    Basic techniques for combining colors
    Below are shown the basic color chords based on the color wheel.

    Complementary 
    Colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel are considered
    to be complementary colors (example: red and green).
    The high contrast of complementary colors creates a vibrant look
    especially when used at full saturation. This color scheme must be
    managed well so it is not jarring.
    Complementary colors are tricky to use in large doses, but work well
    when you want something to stand out.
    Complementary colors are really bad for text. 

    Rectangle (tetradic)
    The rectangle or tetradic color scheme uses four colors arranged into
    two complementary pairs.
    This rich color scheme offers plenty of possibilities for variation.
    The tetradic color scheme works best if you let one color be dominant.
    You should also pay attention to the balance between warm and cool
    colors in your design.
    Color Harmonies
    Basic techniques for combining colors
    Below are shown the basic color chords based on the color wheel.

    Complementary 
    Colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel are considered
    to be complementary colors (example: red and green).
    The high contrast of complementary colors creates a vibrant look
    especially when used at full saturation. This color scheme must be
    managed well so it is not jarring.
    Complementary colors are tricky to use in large doses, but work well
    when you want something to stand out.
    Complementary colors are really bad for text. 

    Square 
    The square color scheme is similar to the rectangle, but with all four
    colors spaced evenly around the color circle.
    The square color scheme works best if you let one color be dominant.
    You should also pay attention to the balance between warm and cool
    colors in your design.

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