intro to colour theory Flashcards
what is colour theory?
both the science and art of using colour. It explains how humans perceive colour; and the visual effects of how colours mix, match or contrast with each other.
who redefined conventional theories on the behaviour of light?
Issac Newton
Objects that appear brightly coloured ________ more light waves, while those that appear dark _______ more light waves.
reflect, absorb
Reddish light has longer wavelengths and bluish have shorter.
true
Rods can see
black and white in low light (scotopic vision)
cones can see
colour in bright light (photopic vision)
what are colour illusions?
Colour Illusions are images where surrounding colours trick the human eye into incorrect interpretation of colour.
what is colour blindness?
Colour blindness occurs when one or more of the 3 types of cones don’t work or are absent
what is colour phycology?
Color psychology is the study of how different colours affect human mood and behaviour
what is tint?
the addition of white to a hue
what is shade?
the addition of black to a hue
what is tone?
the addition of grey to a hue
what is hue?
Pure Colour: Primary, secondary and tertiary colours, without the addition of white, black or a third colour are hues or pure colour.
what is value?
lightness or darkness of a colour
what is saturation?
the brightness or force of a colour
