Color

Color might be the only visual element of a flower arrangement that anyone ever notices.

Color Wheel A tool to used to understand the uses of

color. Made up of 12 colors. Hue- Each color on the color wheel

Colors in the Color Wheel

Primary Color- natural color Red Yellow Blue

Secondary Colors- equal mixture of two primary colors Red + Yellow = Orange Yellow + Blue = Green Red + Blue = Purple/Violet

Colors in the Color Wheel

Tertiary color- equal mixture of a primary and secondary color

Example: red + orange= red-orange

Color Wheel Instructions

1. Select a shape that is significant to you.

2. Trace the shape 12 times in a circle on the poster paper provided.

3. Label the each shape with the colors of the color wheel in order.

4. Paint your shapes using the primary colored paint provided.

5. Outline the shapes with a black marker and label the colors of each shape.

6. Finish your poster by adding a title and your name, date and period.

Color Wheel Terms Value- Brightness or

darkness of a color Chroma- Measure of

brightness or dullness

Color Wheel Terms Tint- Add white to make a color

brighter Example: Pink is a tint to red

Shade- Add black to make a color darker Example: Burgundy is a shade of

red.

Color Wheel Terms Tone- add gray to make a color

dull Example- rose is a tone of pink

Color Wheel Terms Color

Harmonies- combinations of color that are pleasing to the eye.

Color Categories Warm Colors: color hues composed of

yellow, orange and red hues. Associated with heat and warmth.

Cool Colors: color hues composed of blues, greens, and purples. Associated with water and ice, cold.

Color Schemes are combinations of colors. Color schemes are determined by flower and

accessory. Foliages and stems generally do not count as one

of the hues forming the scheme. White, black and gray may be added without

changing the scheme.

Color Schemes

Monochromatic One hue with its tints, shades and tones

Example: Red, pink, mauve and burgundy.

This scheme may become monotonous. To avoid this use tints, tones and shades and include a wide range of intensities.

Analogous Three or more hues that are next

to each other on the color wheel. Example:Yellow, Orange, Orange-red, Red

Appears pleasing because it is an orderly transition of colors.

Complementary Two hues directly opposite of each other on

the wheel. Create a lively feel.

Using warm and cool colors creates emotional excitement and visual depth.

Changing the values of these hues add interest to the design.

Split Complementary

A three color scheme composed of any hue, plus the two hues adjacent to its complement. Example: Red with yellow-

green and blue-green. Create less contrast than

the direct complement to adds variety and interest.

Triadic Three color that are

equally spaced from one another.

Difficult to work. Requires careful selection of flowers and accessories.

Can use tints and shades to soften harsh effect of unrelated colors.

Use four colors; two pairs of

complimentary colors.

Rarely considered to be a valid option in creating a successful composition.

Double Complement

Uses a triad plus one direct complement to

one of the three colors. Example: Triad: Red, Blue and Yellow

and Complement: Orange (complement of blue)

Alternate Complement

Season or Holiday Examples: Christmas, Easter, Valentine’s Day

Special Occasions Examples: Baby designs, Anniversaries, Wedding

Symbolism Example: Message flowers as red roses for love.

Inspirations for Color

Inspirations for Color Favorite Colors: Choose a favorite color of the

giver or the recipient.

Existing Colors Consider:

Interiors where the design will be placed. Tablecloth, napkins, china and even food. Size of room and the distance at which the arrangement

will be viewed. Container and accessories may also dictate color

scheme.

Balance- Visual

Use bright intensity or dark values near the rim of the container or base of the arrangement

Depth Depth can be achieved by combining warm and

cool colors within an arrangement. Visual depth is achieved by using both.

Use of Color in Design

Focal Point

Using contrast of colors creates focal point. Bright intense color attracts the eye.

Rhythm The use of similar colors throughout a bouquet

creates rhythm, Transition from one color to another also

creates rhythm.

Use of Color in Design

Harmony/Unity

Repetition of color throughout an arrangement creates harmony.

Use of Color in Design

Take this color flower Quiz!

What do colors say?

White – achromatic - without color

White is a useful neutral, which, because of its reflective qualities, adds brightness and contrast

Symbolism/Meaning: Simple portraying both elegance

and sophistication Purity

RED Red is a lively stimulating

color because of its bold and dramatic characteristics.

Symbolism/Meaning: Strength and dominance Expresses love

PINK

A tint of red, pink successfully combines with many colors and is often enhanced by the use of stronger contrasting colors.

Symbolism/Meaning: Romance Femininity

Orange

Stimulating and energetic Symbolism/Meaning:

Autumn Halloween

Yellow

Symbolism/Meaning: cheerfulness and

sunshine “friendly”

Adding yellow to an arrangement adds spirit and perk up a dull design.

Green Green is a natural

background that does not attract attention.

Symbolism/Meaning: Soothing and restful St. Patrick’s Day

Blue

Blue varies in different lighting; many blue flowers are actually purple.

Symbolism/Meaning: Peaceful, quiet and

cool.

Can have a depressing psychological effect when used too much on one design.

Purple Since purple is the

combination of the two extremes in emotional temperature, it can be cool or warm depending on related factors, including: Lighting Background Junction with other colors Percentage of red and

blue

Symbolism/Meaning: Restful Denotes royalty and

elegance