Today in class we learned about the different effects of primary, secondary, and complementary colors. We were asked to create a poster using two of the different color schemes for an upcoming project. Before creating these posters, we learned some important things about the effects of the different colors from Krause.

"Creating harmonious and effective combinations of color is a matter of instinct (honed through practice and observation), awareness of trends, and understanding of color theory basics."


Primary Colors
The primary colors - blue, red, and yellow - occupy the three foundational spokes of the color wheel. Other colors are created through blends of the primary colors.

Secondary Colors
The secondary colors, orange, green, and violet, are positioned halfway between each of the three primary colors.

Complementary Colors
Complementary colors are those that are direct opposite on the color wheel. Violet and yellow, for example.

In the first image, I used complementary colors to create the poster. In the second image I used the primary colors Red, Yellow, and Blue to create the poster.