Method of paint mixing and color matching

The method of pigment mixing and color matching is a crucial step in painting creation. Through reasonable color matching, paintings can be more vivid, layered and expressive.

The color wheel is a circular chart, and all colors are arranged according to their positions in the spectrum. The color wheel is usually divided into 12 basic colors, including three primary colors, three intermediate colors and six intermediate colors. When mixing colors, you can use the color wheel to select adjacent colors, which has high compatibility and is easy to mix.

Color theory includes the concepts of hue, lightness and purity of color. When mixing pigments and colors, we can choose and mix colors according to the knowledge of color theory. For example, similar tones can produce a harmonious effect, while complementary colors (opposite colors on the color wheel, such as red and green) can produce a strong contrast effect.

Adjusting the hue of pigment can change the cold and warm effect of color. For example, you can cool the color by adding blue and warm it by adding yellow. When mixing pigments and colors, we can adjust the hue of colors according to the requirements of the works to achieve better performance.

Content expansion related to paint mixing and color matching

Color plays a vital role in the expressive force of painting. Different colors can convey different emotions, atmospheres and themes. Different colors cause different emotional reactions. For example, red often represents enthusiasm and strength, while blue symbolizes calmness and composure. Understanding the relationship between color and emotion can help artists choose colors suitable for the theme and expression of their works.

Different cultures and social backgrounds have different ways of understanding and using colors. For example, red symbolizes auspiciousness and happiness in China traditional culture, but it may symbolize danger and warning in western culture. Understanding the color concepts of different cultures and societies can convey richer and more diverse meanings in works.