Lesson 58

Colour theory

In this module we’ll expand our knowledge of design theory with an examination of colour theory. This will give you some useful tools to help you make the most of colours within your design work

In the first lesson you’ll learn the language of colour*, and look at different ways that colours can be combined to create contrast. 

*This presentation is provided for you in the downloads folder, for future reference.

New jargon

  • Hue

  • Tint

  • Saturation

  • Shade

  • Lightness

  • Warm colours

  • Cool colours

  • Harmonies

  • Complementary colours

  • Triadic colours

  • Split Complementary colours

  • Tetradic colours

  • Analogous colours

  • Monochromatic colours