It takes hours of study and practice to understand the basics of digital design. Many jobs rely on these fundamentals when creating print work, icons, After Effects touchups, and dozens of similar examples. One fundamental concept every designer should recognize is color theory.
It’s a broad subject which hovers around a field of science and a deeper artistic understanding of the creation process. It is vital to grasp color theory when picking color combinations for your design work. This gallery includes 25 videos and online articles which delve into the many topics of color theory. With a bit of free time and curiosity you’ll learn to choose your own color schemes with a better understanding of why and how it all works.
Basic Color Schemes
Understanding Colour and Value
Using a Painter’s Wheel
Color Theory Using Photoshop
Truth about the Colour Wheel
Hue and Saturation
Color Wheel Mixing
Color Basics
Color Matching
Color Theory Made Stupid
Create a Good Color Palette
Color Value & Contrast
Color Selection and Web Design
Blend Colors and Paint in Photoshop
Color Blending for Beginners
Color Theory in Photography
The Mechanics of Color
Color Combinations for Web Design
How to Use Color Scheme Designer
Basic Colour Palettes
The Meaning of Color
The Code Side of Color
Cheating Color
Intro to Color Theory for Web Designers
The Science of Color Theory
Author: Jake Rocheleau
Jake is a creative designer, illustrator, and web developer. He frequently writes articles involving new-age design concepts and freelance management skills. You can find him in Google or follow his tweets @jakerocheleau
