Add Color to Your Photography by Using the Color Wheel

HOW TO USE THE COLOR WHEEL

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A color wheel is a versatile tool that you can use in many different ways for many different purposes.

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HOW TO USE THE COLOR WHEEL

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Learning about color wheels and how to pair colors is a good start if you want to learn more about photography.

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Complementary color pairings consist of colors located on opposite sides of the color wheel, allowing for really bold color contrasts.

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Analogous colors are colors that are next to each other on the color wheel. Think of a sunset or a gradient.

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Monochromatic colors consist of tints and shades of the same color.

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Simply turning to a color wheel for some extra assistance when lining up a shot is a great way to ensure that every eye will appreciate your treat.

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Add Color to Your Photography by Using the Color Wheel

HOW TO USE THE COLOR WHEEL

A color wheel is a versatile tool that you can use in many different ways for many different purposes.

WHAT IS A COLOR WHEEL?

HOW TO USE THE COLOR WHEEL

Learning about color wheels and how to pair colors is a good start if you want to learn more about photography.

PRIMARY, SECONDARY, AND TERTIARY COLOR

Complementary color pairings consist of colors located on opposite sides of the color wheel, allowing for really bold color contrasts.

COMPLEMENTARY COLORS

Analogous colors are colors that are next to each other on the color wheel. Think of a sunset or a gradient.

ANALOGOUS COLORS

Monochromatic colors consist of tints and shades of the same color.

MONOCHROMATIC COLORS

Simply turning to a color wheel for some extra assistance when lining up a shot is a great way to ensure that every eye will appreciate your treat.

USE OF COLOR THEORY IN FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY

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