Color Theory for Beginners

Ms. Beachler's Artroom

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1. Basic Color Theory
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Having a solid grasp of how colors mix and produce various visual effects is an essential skill for any artist. Learn the basics of color theory in this lesson!

Basic Color Theory

with Ms. Beachler's Artroom

Having a solid grasp of how colors mix and produce various visual effects is an essential skill for any artist. Learn the basics of color theory in this lesson!
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2. How to Draw a Color Wheel
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A color wheel is a useful tool for any artist's creative workspace. In this lesson, learn how to draw a color wheel with labels in preparation for painting it.

How to Draw a Color Wheel

with Ms. Beachler's Artroom

A color wheel is a useful tool for any artist's creative workspace. In this lesson, learn how to draw a color wheel with labels in preparation for painting it.
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3. How to Paint a Color Wheel
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Now that you've drawn and labeled your color wheel, it's time for the fun part—painting! In this art lesson, learn how to apply color to your 12-point wheel.

How to Paint a Color Wheel

with Ms. Beachler's Artroom

Now that you've drawn and labeled your color wheel, it's time for the fun part—painting! In this art lesson, learn how to apply color to your 12-point wheel.
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4. How to Prepare Tint & Shade Scales
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In this beginner-friendly art lesson, learn how to paint a tint, shade, and intensity scale by drawing and labeling the 7-step value scales for each.

How to Prepare Tint & Shade Scales

with Ms. Beachler's Artroom

In this beginner-friendly art lesson, learn how to paint a tint, shade, and intensity scale by drawing and labeling the 7-step value scales for each.
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4 CQ

5. How to Paint Tint & Shade Scales
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Learn how to paint a tint, shade, and intensity scale that shows what happens when you add white and black to a color, as well as its complementary color.

How to Paint Tint & Shade Scales

with Ms. Beachler's Artroom

Learn how to paint a tint, shade, and intensity scale that shows what happens when you add white and black to a color, as well as its complementary color.

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