1. Harmony and Contrast Harmony
Colours close to each other on colour wheel
Easy on the eye
Creates a relaxing image

2. Harmony and Contrast Contrast Colours far apart on the colour wheel
Eye catching
Makes objects stand out
Complimentary
e.g. the green makes the red look redder, and the red makes the the green look greener

3. Warm and Cool Colours Warm Cool Reds, Yellows, Oranges
Advancing Colours
e.g. appear to be closer
Blues, Greens, Violets
Receding Colours
e.g. appear to be further away

4. Tints and Shades Tint Shade Add white to make a tint
Pale pastel colours give the impression of softness
Add black or grey to add a shade
Dark shades make objects appear heavy

5. Tips for Choosing a Colour Scheme
Any colours near each other (within any third of the colour wheel) will always work together to create a harmonious colour scheme or
Any two colours which are opposite each other on the colour wheel look good together and make a bold statement or
Any three colours which are equally spaced on the colour wheel work together to make an exciting scheme