PROJECT! Choose any teacher or administrator in this building (preferably one that you know fairly well and like…so that leaves me out!...no really, you can’t choose me!) Look for a paint chip that you think best describes their personality based on what you just learned about color characteristics and color psychology Answer the questions for that teacher on the sheet provided Your teacher will receive this sheet once it is graded

COLORCOLOR What do we know? What do we want to know? What did we learn?

The notes from this PowerPoint were paraphrased from the book “Residential Housing and Interiors” (Good-Heart Wilcox) Color Personality Test from ew.cgi?LPid= ew.cgi?LPid=5215

VOCABULARY Color Spectrum A Primary colorsB Secondary colors C Intermediate colors D Hue E Value F Intensity G TintH ShadeI Complement J A.The full range of all existing colors B.Yellow, blue, red C.Orange, green, violet D.Yellow-green, blue-green, blue-violet, red-violet, red-orange, yellow- orange E.The name of a color F.The lightness or darkness of a hue G.The brightness or dullness of a hue H.Made by adding white I.Made by adding black J.The color directly opposite of another on the color wheel

VOCABULARY Monochromatic K AnalogousL Complementary M Split- Complementary N TriadicO Double- Complement P Neutral Q K.Based on a single hue L.3-5 adjacent hues M.2 hues directly across from each other N.One hue and the two on each side of its complement O.Combo of any three colors equal distance from each other P.Two sets of complements Q.Combos of black, white or gray

The Psychology of Color Color is the most exciting tool of the designer A space absent of color would not give any interest to the person occupying the space –Color creates a mood within a room, and can communicate excitement, romance or solitude Many color perceptions affect the way people feel about a room, space or object –People make associations with colors based on past experiences –Each color has its own characteristics and common psychological impact

The Psychology of Color, continued Careful color consideration should be used in each area of the home –The social area of a home should be decorated in colors that will make all members feel comfortable –Bedrooms should be decorated in colors that make the occupants feel relaxed –Dressing areas should be free of harsh colors that may contrast with choosing clothing

Activity List each color on a piece of paper. Next to the color, list the first word that comes to mind when you hear the color. Do not think for too long. –Black –Red –Blue –White –Brown –Yellow –Green –Orange –Purple

Write down your favorite color…

RED Associated with danger, power, love, passion, anger, fire and strength Bold, exciting, and warm Stimulates the nervous system and increases blood pressure, respiration rate and heartbeat It should be used with care in design Can be lightened or darkened to create other colors

If your favorite color is pink, you are… –Laid back and carefree, somewhat sheltered and innocent, and gentle. –Words that describe you are shy, romantic, and feminine. –You have a calming effect on those around you and people who need a friend seek you out. If your favorite color is red you… –Want to be part of the action and are quite impulsive. –You are outspoken, quick-tempered and intense, dynamic and noticeable, and not afraid to speak up. –If you are not careful you can become overbearing. –You are emotional, exciting and athletic.

ORANGE Cheerful, warm, less aggressive than red Expresses friendliness, courage, hospitality, energy and hope Mixes well with cool colors

If your favorite color is orange, you… –Are unique, friendly and get along well with others. –Radiate warmth and inspire those you are with. –Tend to be social and drawn to groups of people. –Are the hearth of the home and grateful for family and friends.

YELLOW Cheerful, friendly, warm Associated with happiness, sunlight, sympathy, prosperity, cowardice, and wisdom Yellow rooms are light and airy Should be used with care b/c they demand attention Gold provides a luxurious touch and usually used in accents and accessories Yellows take on the tones of other colors and add flattering highlights

If your favorite color is yellow, you… –Are intellectual and drawn toward the new and modern. –High spirited, cheerful, and idealistic best describe your personality. –You are vivacious, extroverted and comedic. –You have strong opinions and can be stubborn. –You live by high standards and give sound advice.

GREEN Refreshing, the color of nature, cool, peaceful and friendly Associated with hope, envy, and good luck Mixes well with other colors and looks good with white

If your favorite color is green…

BLUE Has the opposite effect of red Cool, calm and reserved Communicates serenity, tranquility, and formality Too much blue can be depressing

–If blue is your favorite color, you... Are cautious, conservative and sensitive to the needs of others. Often thrust into the role of peacemaker. Are business-like, calm, and capable, a loyal, trustworthy friend. Expressing your emotions in a relationship is difficult for you. –If your favorite color is blue/green, you Are sensitive and need loving care and adoration form others, but you maintain your independence. Showing emotion is difficult for you and others perceive you as self-centered. Have excellent taste and a mature outlook.

VIOLET Color of royalty, dignity, and mystery Dramatic and works well with other colors Often used in small amounts as an accent

If your favorite color is purple/violet, you… –Are creative, consider yourself unique, and set yourself apart from others. –Are an artist at heart. –Scheduling and mundane tasks bore you. –Can frequently be found daydreaming and would actually prefer fantasy to reality. –Seek cultural events and luxury but do not put yourself out to serve humanity. –Many inventors claim purple as their favorite color.

BLACK Mysterious, severe and dramatic Symbolizes wisdom, evil, and death Small amounts help other colors appear more vivid Makes other colors appear more crisp and clear Use large amounts sparingly, as it can appear oppressive and claustrophobic

If your favorite color is black, you… –Are sophisticated, mysterious and dramatic. –Are dignified and keep to yourself. –May be unhappy with how things are, but aren’t quite certain how you can change existing circumstances.

WHITE The symbol of youth, freshness, innocence, purity, faith and peace Makes other colors appear cleaner and livelier

If your favorite color is white, you… –Expect to be happy most of the time. –Have a light, good, and pure personality –Have a sense of innocence about you. –Seek perfection and expect others to do the same, which sometimes make you appear cold.