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Color
Color might be the only visual element of a flower arrangement that anyone ever notices.
Color Wheel A tool to used to understand the uses of
color. Made up of 12 colors. Hue- Each color on the color wheel
Colors in the Color Wheel
Primary Color- natural color Red Yellow Blue
Secondary Colors- equal mixture of two primary colors Red + Yellow = Orange Yellow + Blue = Green Red + Blue = Purple/Violet
Colors in the Color Wheel
Tertiary color- equal mixture of a primary and secondary color
Example: red + orange= red-orange
Color Wheel Instructions
1. Select a shape that is significant to you.
2. Trace the shape 12 times in a circle on the poster paper provided.
3. Label the each shape with the colors of the color wheel in order.
4. Paint your shapes using the primary colored paint provided.
5. Outline the shapes with a black marker and label the colors of each shape.
6. Finish your poster by adding a title and your name, date and period.
Color Wheel Terms Value- Brightness or
darkness of a color Chroma- Measure of
brightness or dullness
Color Wheel Terms Tint- Add white to make a color
brighter Example: Pink is a tint to red
Shade- Add black to make a color darker Example: Burgundy is a shade of
red.
Color Wheel Terms Tone- add gray to make a color
dull Example- rose is a tone of pink
Color Wheel Terms Color
Harmonies- combinations of color that are pleasing to the eye.
Color Categories Warm Colors: color hues composed of
yellow, orange and red hues. Associated with heat and warmth.
Cool Colors: color hues composed of blues, greens, and purples. Associated with water and ice, cold.
Color Schemes are combinations of colors. Color schemes are determined by flower and
accessory. Foliages and stems generally do not count as one
of the hues forming the scheme. White, black and gray may be added without
changing the scheme.
Color Schemes
Monochromatic One hue with its tints, shades and tones
Example: Red, pink, mauve and burgundy.
This scheme may become monotonous. To avoid this use tints, tones and shades and include a wide range of intensities.
Analogous Three or more hues that are next
to each other on the color wheel. Example:Yellow, Orange, Orange-red, Red
Appears pleasing because it is an orderly transition of colors.
Complementary Two hues directly opposite of each other on
the wheel. Create a lively feel.
Using warm and cool colors creates emotional excitement and visual depth.
Changing the values of these hues add interest to the design.
Split Complementary
A three color scheme composed of any hue, plus the two hues adjacent to its complement. Example: Red with yellow-
green and blue-green. Create less contrast than
the direct complement to adds variety and interest.
Triadic Three color that are
equally spaced from one another.
Difficult to work. Requires careful selection of flowers and accessories.
Can use tints and shades to soften harsh effect of unrelated colors.
Use four colors; two pairs of
complimentary colors.
Rarely considered to be a valid option in creating a successful composition.
Double Complement
Uses a triad plus one direct complement to
one of the three colors. Example: Triad: Red, Blue and Yellow
and Complement: Orange (complement of blue)
Alternate Complement
Season or Holiday Examples: Christmas, Easter, Valentine’s Day
Special Occasions Examples: Baby designs, Anniversaries, Wedding
Symbolism Example: Message flowers as red roses for love.
Inspirations for Color
Inspirations for Color Favorite Colors: Choose a favorite color of the
giver or the recipient.
Existing Colors Consider:
Interiors where the design will be placed. Tablecloth, napkins, china and even food. Size of room and the distance at which the arrangement
will be viewed. Container and accessories may also dictate color
scheme.
Balance- Visual
Use bright intensity or dark values near the rim of the container or base of the arrangement
Depth Depth can be achieved by combining warm and
cool colors within an arrangement. Visual depth is achieved by using both.
Use of Color in Design
Focal Point
Using contrast of colors creates focal point. Bright intense color attracts the eye.
Rhythm The use of similar colors throughout a bouquet
creates rhythm, Transition from one color to another also
creates rhythm.
Use of Color in Design
Harmony/Unity
Repetition of color throughout an arrangement creates harmony.
Use of Color in Design
Take this color flower Quiz!
What do colors say?
White – achromatic - without color
White is a useful neutral, which, because of its reflective qualities, adds brightness and contrast
Symbolism/Meaning: Simple portraying both elegance
and sophistication Purity
RED Red is a lively stimulating
color because of its bold and dramatic characteristics.
Symbolism/Meaning: Strength and dominance Expresses love
PINK
A tint of red, pink successfully combines with many colors and is often enhanced by the use of stronger contrasting colors.
Symbolism/Meaning: Romance Femininity
Orange
Stimulating and energetic Symbolism/Meaning:
Autumn Halloween
Yellow
Symbolism/Meaning: cheerfulness and
sunshine “friendly”
Adding yellow to an arrangement adds spirit and perk up a dull design.
Green Green is a natural
background that does not attract attention.
Symbolism/Meaning: Soothing and restful St. Patrick’s Day
Blue
Blue varies in different lighting; many blue flowers are actually purple.
Symbolism/Meaning: Peaceful, quiet and
cool.
Can have a depressing psychological effect when used too much on one design.
Purple Since purple is the
combination of the two extremes in emotional temperature, it can be cool or warm depending on related factors, including: Lighting Background Junction with other colors Percentage of red and
blue
Symbolism/Meaning: Restful Denotes royalty and
elegance