Cool Colours Flashcards
Examples of cool colours and what they are associated with, and occassions best suited for
Blue: Associated with calmness, tranquility, and serenity, often representing water and sky, evoking peace and relaxation. Best suited for occasions where calmness and serenity are desired, such as meditation sessions, spa environments, or bedrooms, and also suitable for corporate settings to promote trust and professionalism.
Green: Associated with nature, growth, and renewal, creating a sense of balance and harmony. Ideal for occasions associated with nature and growth, such as outdoor events, botanical gardens, or eco-friendly product launches, and suitable for interior design to create a harmonious atmosphere.
Purple: Associated with creativity, mystery, and spirituality, evoking luxury and sophistication. Well-suited for occasions that require an element of creativity and luxury, such as art exhibitions, theatrical performances, or upscale events, and suitable for branding to convey exclusivity and sophistication.
Turquoise: Associated with clarity, purity, and freshness, evoking clarity and renewal. Perfect for occasions that aim to evoke feelings of freshness and renewal, such as beach weddings, tropical vacations, or wellness retreats, and suitable for branding to represent modernity and innovation.
Cyan: Associated with clarity, cleanliness, and modernity, creating a clean and modern aesthetic. Suitable for occasions that require a modern aesthetic, such as technology conferences, graphic design showcases, or product launches, and suitable for interior design to create a sense of clarity and minimalism.
Teal: Associated with balance, tranquility, and emotional healing, evoking sophistication and depth. Ideal for occasions that call for a balance between relaxation and rejuvenation, such as spa retreats, yoga classes, or holistic healing centers, and suitable for fashion to convey sophistication and depth.
Aqua: Associated with escapism, tranquility, and adventure, evoking feelings of freshness and relaxation. Great for occasions that evoke feelings of escapism and tranquility, such as beach parties, poolside gatherings, or summer festivals, and suitable for branding to create a sense of adventure and exploration.
Describe three things that defines colour
Value- lightness or darkness of a colour
Saturation- the intensity, purity or brightness of a colour.
Temperature- the coolness or warmness of a colour.
How are secondary colours achieved? Give examples
By mixing two primary colours
Examples
Purple
Green
Orange
How are tertiary colours achieved?
By mixing a primary colour and a secondary colour on the colour wheel together
Examples
Red-orange (vermilion,coral, rust)
Yellow-green (chartreuse)
Red- violet ( Magenta/burgundy)
Blue- green (turquoise, teal, aqua)
Yellow-orange ( Amber, gold, saffron)
Violet- blue ( periwinkle, indigo)
How can you desaturate a colour?
Tints- you can create tints by adding white to a pure hue. Resulting in a lighter & brighter version of the original colour.
Shade- you create a shade by adding black to a pure hue, resulting in a darker and deeper version of the original colour.
Tones- tones are created by adding grey to a pure hue, resulting in a muted and subdued version of the original colour.Tones can have a more subtle and nuanced appearance compared to tints and shades, and they can create a sense of harmony and balance.
List primary colours
Blue, yellow, red
Warm colours, association and occassions best suited for
Red: Associated with warmth, energy, and intensity, often evoking feelings of heat, passion, and excitement. Best suited for occasions that require a bold and energetic atmosphere, such as festivals, celebrations, or romantic events, and suitable for branding to convey energy and excitement.
Orange: Associated with enthusiasm, creativity, and warmth, evoking feelings of vibrancy and joy. Ideal for occasions that call for a lively and dynamic atmosphere, such as parties, art exhibitions, or outdoor gatherings, and suitable for branding to convey enthusiasm and creativity.
Yellow: Associated with optimism, happiness, and sunshine, often evoking feelings of brightness and positivity. Perfect for occasions that aim to uplift and inspire, such as weddings, baby showers, or cheerful events, and suitable for branding to convey optimism and positivity.
- Pink: Associated with romance, sweetness, and tenderness, often evoking feelings of love and affection. Best suited for occasions that celebrate romance and love, such as Valentine’s Day events, weddings, or date nights, and suitable for branding to convey femininity and sensitivity.
- Gold: Associated with luxury, wealth, and success, often evoking feelings of elegance and sophistication. Ideal for upscale occasions that require a touch of luxury, such as gala dinners, award ceremonies, or product launches, and suitable for branding to convey prestige and exclusivity.
- Brown: Associated with earthiness, stability, and reliability, often evoking feelings of warmth and comfort. Perfect for occasions that aim to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, such as autumn gatherings, rustic weddings, or coffee shop meetups, and suitable for branding to convey reliability and authenticity.
- Maroon: Associated with richness, depth, and elegance, often evoking feelings of sophistication and refinement. Well-suited for formal occasions that require a touch of luxury, such as evening receptions, cultural events, or fine dining experiences, and suitable for branding to convey a sense of tradition and class.
Coral: Associated with vitality, playfulness, and optimism, often evoking feelings of joy and excitement. Best suited for occasions that celebrate life and positivity, such as birthday parties, beach gatherings, or summer picnics, and suitable for branding to convey a sense of fun and vibrancy.
Peach: Associated with sweetness, innocence, and charm, often evoking feelings of gentleness and sincerity. Ideal for occasions that require a soft and delicate atmosphere, such as baby showers, bridal teas, or garden parties, and suitable for branding to convey a sense of warmth and approachability.
What are analogous colour schemes?
An analogous color scheme is a design or art approach that uses colors that are adjacent to each other on the color wheel. This creates a harmonious and cohesive look, as the colors share similar undertones. Analogous color schemes typically consist of three colors: a dominant color, a supporting color, and an accent color. This approach is often used in design to create a unified and balanced composition.
E.g
Green, blue green & blue
What are complementary colour schemes
Complementary color schemes are created by using colors that are directly opposite each other on the color wheel. This pairing creates a high contrast and vibrant look, as the colors intensify each other when placed side by side. In a complementary color scheme, one color acts as the dominant hue, while the other serves as its accent. This approach is commonly used in design to create dynamic and visually striking compositions.
What are monochromatic colour schemes
a monochromatic color scheme refers to a design or art approach which involves using different shades, tints, and tones of just one color. Instead of using multiple colors, you stick to variations of a single hue. This creates a harmonious and unified look in design or art.
What are split complementary colour schemes
A split complementary color scheme is a variation of the complementary color scheme. Instead of using colors that are directly opposite each other on the color wheel, a split complementary scheme uses a base color and then selects the two colors adjacent to its complement.
What happens when you put two complements together and why?
When you put two complementary colors together, they create a strong visual contrast and intensify each other’s properties. This phenomenon is known as simultaneous contrast.
Overall, placing two complementary colors together results in a striking visual effect that enhances the intensity and vibrancy of each color, making them appear more dynamic and engaging.
What is color?
The visual perception resulting from the way an object reflectsvor emits light, characterised by it hue , saturation and brightness.
What is R G B in colour theory
R G B stands for red green and blue which are primary colours.
What is skip a step analogous scheme
The “skip a step” analogous color scheme is a variation of the traditional analogous color scheme. In this scheme, instead of selecting colors that are directly adjacent to each other on the color wheel, you skip one color between each selected hue.
