#2I tend to (but not always) lower the intensity/saturation every time the color moves toward light or dark. For example, dark accent colors are used for lineart, and highlight colors are used for sky, light sources or, well, highlights. This way, it’s easier to implement the colors to an illustration or design. #1This is optional but I always arrange a color scheme based on their level of values. Can you see the pattern before I mention it? But there are certain rules I always follow when playing with these variables. These are some color schemes I used on my illustration with different harmonious color combinations based on the color theory graphic above.Īs you can see, besides the different color combinations, I also played with color intensities and values. Now with these three variables, there seems to be an infinite possibility of creating various color schemes. high valued red will show as bright red or pink (if has less intensity) VALUE is a degree of lightness or darkness. The hues in the spectrum are traditionally listed as ROYGBIV (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet) HUE is the traditional color “name”, such as “blue” or “yellow”. These three variables are known as the three properties of color. Below is a familiar graphic showing color combinations that are harmonious based on color theory.Īfter looking at this graphic, harmonious color combinations seem pretty limited.īut don’t forget, color schemes are not only made of combinations of hues, but also combinations of different values and intensities. Color theory shows us that there are certain color arrangements in a color wheel that can come harmonious if put together in an artwork or design. Some are complementary, some make other colors pop, while some colors don’t go well together, making both appear dull as a result. When placed close together, colors communicate with each other. Color schemes can also help us describe a certain mood to the viewer.Ĭan you feel different moods in these similar comic panels?Ĭolor theory is about understanding how color combinations work and how colors are not always how we perceive them to be. Using harmonious color schemes help us show a pleasing color combination. Here, I’ll explain some basic knowledge of colors that can help you choose better color schemes for your art. While it is encouraged to use those handy features for efficiency, there are actually rules to follow and ignore. And don’t forget the almighty adjustment layers that we all think can solve every coloring problem. For example, Rien’s blue-grey skirt on her character design (left) appears dark turquoise on the illustration (right) because it was affected by the green ambient light.ĭigital artists are blessed with thousands of colors available with just a click. Local colors in an illustration are all affected by the ambient colors. Meanwhile, color schemes in illustrations are used to express mood or ambiance. When used on a design, color schemes are mostly used to describe local colors (colors of objects or material under neutral lighting).
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