Describe the principles of color theory.

Description should include

  • properties of color
  • color wheel
  • the effect of light on color
  • psychology of color
  • color combinations/schemes
  • the difference between additive color (light) and subtractive color (pigments).

Process/Skill Questions:

  • How does the color wheel inform color decisions in a design project?
  • Why is it important to have a color scheme? How is a color scheme created?
  • How can professionals determine the effectiveness of applying color theory to a project?