Color attributes Hue Hue, saturation, and brightness are aspects of color in the red, green, and blue RGB scheme.. Primary colors for the basis for color theory or color mixing, as using
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Color is the byproduct of the spectrum of light, as it is reflected or absorbed, as received
by the human eye and processed by the human brain Color is the visual perceptual
property corresponding in humans to the categories called red, yellow, blue, black, etc
Color derives from the spectrum of light (distribution of light energy versus wavelength) interacting in the eye with the spectral sensitivities of the light receptors
Importance of color
Color is a language Color is one of the most fulfilling elements in our lives Color can
attract your attention or change your mood It speaks to who you are, how you feel and where you're going At Sherwin-Williams, we can help you put together the perfect colors for your life
Color is one of the first things you notice when you walk into a room Is it any wonder
that color, and how you use it, is one of the most important decorating decisions you'll
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Color sets a mood From floor to ceiling, paint color reflects your style and makes a
personal statement of what home means to you
Color unites one-of-a-kind accent pieces with manufactured items throughout your home Electrifying hues, inspired by technology, bring a touch of whimsy to spaces that also feature natural carved wood, woven textiles and wrought iron Bright colors are further enhanced when paired with large areas of negative space
Color attributes
Hue
Hue, saturation, and brightness are aspects of color in the red, green, and blue (RGB) scheme These terms are most often used in reference to the color of each pixel in a cathode ray tube (CRT) display All possible colors can be specified according to hue
saturation, and brightness (also called brilliance), just as colors can be represented in
terms of the R, G, and B components In hue there are three types of colors primary, secondary, and tertiary
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In fine arts, there are three primary colors: red, blue, and yellow They are called primary colors because they cannot be created by mixing other colors Primary colors for the basis for color theory or color mixing, as using these three colors it's possible to mix most other colors
"Primary" colors are either imaginary or imperfect That is, primary colors are either imaginary sensations you cannot see — and
"colors you can't see" aren't really colors — or they are actual lights or paints that cannot mix all possible colors, which means they aren't really "primary"
Red, Blue, and Yellow
Secondary colors
They're located in-between the primary colors to indicate what colors they're made from Secondary colors are usually more interesting than primary colors, but they do not evoke speed and urgency Secondary colors are colors produced by combining two of the primary colors in equal amounts The secondary colors, also called binary colors, are violet, green, and orange Primary and secondary colors are fundamental colors in the subtractive theory of color
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Tertiary colors are combinations of primary and
secondary colors There are six tertiary
colors; red-orange, orange,
yellow-green, blue-yellow-green, blue-violet, and red-violet
In compounding these names, such as “red”
with “orange” to make “red-orange,” place the
primary name first to indicate an excess of the
primary over the other color
Value
Color value is a term that refers to how light or dark
a color is Value is an important characteristic
because it helps quilters decide how to arrange
patches of fabric to make them either blend or
contrast with each other
Tint
The light tones resulting when white are mixed with a color Much white makes a color cold
Shade
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Shade Tint
Tones
Tons are created when gray is added to colors Adding
gray results in colors that are less intense versions of
pure colors
Saturation
Saturation is similar to chroma in that a color is said to be more saturated if very little gray is present While there are distinct differences between the two dimensions, suffice
to say that a color space's outer edges will house the most saturated colors
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Harmony can be defined as a pleasing arrangement of parts, whether it be music, poetry,
In visual experiences, harmony is something that is pleasing to the eye It engages the viewer and it creates an inner sense of order, a balance in the visual experience When something is not harmonious, it's either boring or chaotic At one extreme is a visual experience that is so bland that the viewer is not engaged The human brain will reject under-stimulating information At the other extreme is a visual experience that is so overdone, so chaotic that the viewer can't stand to look at it The human brain rejects what it can not organize, what it can not understand The visual task requires that we present a logical structure Color harmony delivers visual interest and a sense of order In summary, extreme unity leads to under-stimulation, extreme complexity leads to over-stimulation Harmony is a dynamic equilibrium
Cool color
Colors like blue, green, and purple (violet)
These colors evoke a cool feeling because they
remind the things like water or grass It gives an
impression of calm, and creates a soothing
impression. Colors like blue, green, and purple
(violet) These give an impression of calm, and
create a soothing impression
Warm color
The colors of red, orange, and yellow are considered
warm colors because they are the colors of fire These
hues are also said to advance, meaning they appear to
come forward, making the walls feel closer Thus,
they can actually make a room feel cozy when used in
decorating
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The monochromatic color scheme uses variations in lightness and saturation of a single color This scheme looks clean and elegant Monochromatic colors go well together, producing a soothing effect The monochromatic scheme is very easy on the eyes, especially with blue or green hues
Analogous Color Scheme
The analogous color scheme uses colors that are adjacent to each other on the color wheel One color
is used as a dominant color while others are used to enrich the scheme The analogous scheme is similar
to the monochromatic, but offers more nuances
Complementary Color Scheme
The complementary color scheme consists of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel This scheme looks best when you place a warm color against a cool color, for example, red versus green-blue This scheme is intrinsically high-contrast
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The triadic color scheme uses three colors equally
spaced around the color wheel This scheme is
popular among artists because it offers strong
visual contrast while retaining harmony and color
richness The triadic scheme is not as contrasting
as the complementary scheme, but it looks more
balanced and harmonious
Tetradic (Double Complementary) Color
Scheme
The tetradic (double complementary) scheme is the
most varied because it uses two complementary
color pairs This scheme is hard to harmonize; if all
four hues are used in equal amounts, the scheme
may look unbalanced, so you should choose a color
to be dominant or subdue the colors
Color wheel
Trang 9for any artist, and especially for oil painters In this article I’ll go through the basics of
color theory (using a traditional artist’s color wheel) and explain ways that oil painters
and other artists can make use of that information
In the color wheel pictured above, there are twelve colors Although they might be self-explanatory, starting from the top and going around clockwise they are: Yellow, Yellow-orange, Orange, Red-Yellow-orange, Red, Red-violet, Violet, Blue-violet, Blue, Blue-green, Green, and Yellow-green
Color Psychology
Like death and taxes, there is no escaping color It is
ubiquitous Yet what does it all mean? Why are
people more relaxed in green rooms? Why do
weightlifters do their best in blue gyms? Colors often
have different meanings in various cultures And even
in Western societies, the meanings of various colors
have changed over the years But today in the U.S.,
researchers have generally found the following to be
accurate
Black
Black is the color of authority and power It is popular in fashion because it makes people appear thinner It is also stylish and timeless Black also implies submission Priests wear black to signify submission to God Some fashion experts say a woman wearing black implies submission to men Black outfits can also be overpowering, or make the wearer seem aloof or evil Villains, such as Dracula, often wear black
White
Brides wear white to symbolize innocence and purity White reflects light and is considered a summer color White is popular in decorating and in fashion because it is light, neutral, and goes with everything However, white shows dirt and is therefore more difficult to keep clean than other colors Doctors and nurses wear white to imply sterility
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as an accent Decorators say that red furniture should be perfect since it will attract attention The most romantic color, pink, is more tranquilizing Sports teams sometimes paint the locker rooms used by opposing teams bright pink so their opponents will lose energy
Blue
The color of the sky and the ocean, blue is one of the most popular colors It causes the opposite reaction as red Peaceful, tranquil blue causes the body to produce calming chemicals, so it is often used in bedrooms Blue can also be cold and depressing Fashion consultants recommend wearing blue to job interviews because it symbolizes loyalty People are more productive in blue rooms Studies show weightlifters are able to handle heavier weights in blue gyms
Green
Currently the most popular decorating color, green symbolizes nature It is the easiest color on the eye and can improve vision It is a calming, refreshing color People waiting
to appear on TV sit in "green rooms" to relax Hospitals often use green because it relaxes patients Brides in the middle Ages wore green to symbolize fertility Dark green is masculine, conservative, and implies wealth However, seamstresses often refuse to use green thread on the eve of a fashion show for fear it will bring bad luck
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Purple
The color of royalty, purple connotes luxury, wealth, and sophistication It is also feminine and romantic However, because it is rare in nature, purple can appear artificial
Orange
Hinduism, Buddhism, energy, balance, heat, fire, enthusiasm, flamboyance, playfulness, aggression, arrogance, gaudiness, over emotion, warning, danger, autumn, desire
Brown
Calm, depth, natural organisms, nature, richness, rusticism, stability, tradition, anachronism, boorishness, dirt, dullness, filth, heaviness, poverty, roughness, earth, October, Capricorn, wholesomeness, steadfastness, simplicity, friendliness, and dependability
……….rishu