3 colour tips for photographers
In last week’s post we looked at why colour is important to photographers.
This week we have three quick tips to start using colour effectively:
1. Impact
Make your photograph stand out from the crowd (or the Instagram feed) by using saturated colours. Use clashing colours to make a bold statement. Use a more organised rainbow palette to be easier on your viewer.
2. Mood
Tailor your photograph to suit the mood you want by using colours appropriately:
Red = love, power, anger
Blue = reliable, corporate
Green = natural, eco-friendly
Yellow = cheerful, inexpensive
Orange = warm, exciting, safe
Purple = royal, sophisticated
3. Emphasis
Draw attention to your subject with the use of a contrasting colour. Using colour like this is a common way to achieve background separation.
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