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Using Color Theory in Design and Life

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    6. Using the Color Black in Design
    A lesson with Kristen Palana
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    Black is a powerful color in graphic design, but you have to use it wisely. Learn how to incorporate it into your palette with this color psychology lesson.

    Using the Color Black in Design
    with Kristen Palana

    Black is a powerful color in graphic design, but you have to use it wisely. Learn how to incorporate it into your palette with this color psychology lesson.

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    7. Using the Color Pink in Design
    A lesson with Kristen Palana
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    In this color theory lesson, learn how the color pink is best used in graphic design. Then, explore options for incorporating it into your everyday life.

    Using the Color Pink in Design
    with Kristen Palana

    In this color theory lesson, learn how the color pink is best used in graphic design. Then, explore options for incorporating it into your everyday life.

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    8. Using Color for Mood in Film & Animation
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    Learn how to use color to set the mood in your artwork with this lesson. Review techniques for balancing colors and creating foreshadowing color schemes.

    Using Color for Mood in Film & Animation
    with Kristen Palana

    Learn how to use color to set the mood in your artwork with this lesson. Review techniques for balancing colors and creating foreshadowing color schemes.

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    9. Using Color Psychology on Websites
    A lesson with Kristen Palana
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    Begin by learning how to select your website's colors based on the principles of color psychology. Then, review important web design elements.

    Using Color Psychology on Websites
    with Kristen Palana

    Begin by learning how to select your website's colors based on the principles of color psychology. Then, review important web design elements.

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    10. Using Color Psychology in Job Interviews
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    Color theory can come in handy when picking out an outfit for a job interview. Learn how to get a leg up on the competition by dressing in the right colors.

    Using Color Psychology in Job Interviews
    with Kristen Palana

    Color theory can come in handy when picking out an outfit for a job interview. Learn how to get a leg up on the competition by dressing in the right colors.

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    Aaron J
    I love the notes about contrast. Those reds really pop against the green!
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    Kristen Palana
    Dear Aaron, Thanks so much for your feedback. Yes, I use contrasting colors all over the place, especially in my artwork and visual communications like Powerpoints, etc. They are great for waking up a sleepy room. Best, Kristen
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    Rebecca R
    What is color theory?
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    Kristen Palana
    Color theory is all about the different categories of color, how they relate to each other, and their effects when used together. There is a great introduction here with some lovely visual examples here: http://www.colormatters.com/color-and-design/basic-color-theory I hope this helps! Best wishes, Kristen
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