Analogous Color Schemes

The Quilter’s Studio Color Study Group                                                                  June 16, 2012

Analogous color schemes:                                                               

Analogous color schemes use colors that are next to each other on the color wheel. They usually match well and create serene and comfortable designs.

·         Analogous color schemes are often found in nature and are harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

·         Harmony and variety are balanced to create unity.  Analogous colors will be harmonious, but boring unless there is variety in the contrasts, proportions and/or design

·         Make sure you have enough contrast (intensity, value, pattern/texture) when choosing an analogous color scheme.

·         Choose one color to dominate, a second to support. The third color is used (along with black, white or gray) as an accent.  Avoid using equal amounts of each color

Examples:

References:

http://colorschemedesigner.com/    

http://blog.jwdpublishing.com/2011/08/18/joen-wolfroms-playing-with-color-stretching-the-analogous-range/         

 http://incolororder.blogspot.com/2011/12/art-of-choosing-analogous-color-schemes.html

http://blog.jwdpublishing.com/2011/08/02/joen-wolfroms-playing-with-color-quilts-using-blue-green-analogous-colors/

                         

  Homework for next class –July 21 

Reading

·         Analogous – page 72

·         Harmony, Unity, Variety – pages 110-123

Project        Workshop 5  Analogous Color Scheme pages  166-169