Color Theory: Do Now

1. Take a Color Wheel

worksheet, scissors
and glue stick from
the supply table.
2. Color the wheel
according to the
picture.
3. Cut and glue into
your notebook.

Goal: Using Color

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Goal: Using Color

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The color circle can be divided into warm and
cool colors.
Warm colors are vivid and energetic, and
tend to advance in space.

Goal: Using Color

09/14/10
HW: Finish classwork assignment
The color circle can be divided into warm and
cool colors.
Warm colors are vivid and energetic, and
tend to advance in space.
Cool colors give an impression of calm, and
create a soothing impression.

Goal: Using Color

09/14/10
HW: Finish classwork assignment
The color circle can be divided into warm and
cool colors.
Warm colors are vivid and energetic, and
tend to advance in space.
Cool colors give an impression of calm, and
create a soothing impression.
Complementary colors are opposite each
other on the color wheel (example: red and
green).

Complementary

Goal: Using Color

09/14/10
HW: Finish classwork assignment
The color circle can be divided into warm and
cool colors.
Warm colors are vivid and energetic, and
tend to advance in space.
Cool colors give an impression of calm, and
create a soothing impression.
Complementary colors are opposite each
other on the color wheel (example: red and
green).

Analogous colors use colors that are next

to each other on the color wheel. They are
often found in nature and are harmonious
and pleasing to the eye.

Analogous

Goal: Using Color

09/14/10
HW: Finish classwork assignment
Red
Red is a very hot color: fire, violence,
warfare, love and passion.
Red can actually have a physical effect on
people, raising blood pressure and
respiration rates. Its been shown to
enhance human metabolism, too.

Red in Kitchens

Goal: Using Color

09/14/10
HW: Finish classwork assignment
Orange
Red is a very vibrant and energetic color.

Orange can be associated with health and

vitality. In designs, orange commands
attention without being as overpowering as
red. Its often considered more friendly and
inviting.

Orange Steps

Goal: Using Color

09/14/10
HW: Finish classwork assignment
Yellow
Yellow has a sense of happiness and
cheerfulness.
Yellow is often considered the brightest and
most energizing of the warm colors. Its
associated with happiness and sunshine.
Yellow can also be associated with deceit.

Yellow Apartments

Goal: Using Color

09/14/10
HW: Finish classwork assignment
Green

Green is a very down-to-earth color,

representing new beginnings and growth. It
also signifies renewal and abundance.
Alternatively, green can also represent envy
or jealousy, and a lack of experience.

Green Elementary School

Goal: Using Color

09/14/10
HW: Finish classwork assignment
Blue

Blue is often associated with sadness.

Blue is also used extensively to represent
calmness and responsibility. Light blues can
be refreshing and friendly. Dark blues are
more strong and reliable.

Blue Olympic
Swimming Stadium

Goal: Using Color

09/14/10
HW: Finish classwork assignment
Purple

Purple is associated with royalty, creativity

and imagination.
In design, dark purples can give a sense
wealth and luxury. Light purples are softer
and are associated with spring and romance.

Blue Olympic
Swimming Stadium

Marc Chagalls I and the Village

Use the following clues to color
the painting.

The man is jealous.

The horse mane may raise your
blood pressure.
The mans clothes are analogous
to his face.
The village homes are painted
using cheerful, earthy, and
passionate colors.
The road leading to the village
complements the mans face.