How to Create Contrast

Work with an ART ELEMENT and show OPPOSITE QUALITIES

Examples:

CONTRAST of COLOR: Use a PAIR of COMPLEMENTARY COLORS or WARM against COOL

CONTRAST of VALUE: Use a DARK SHADE next to a LIGHT TINT

CONTRAST of LINE: Use a STRAIGHT LINE next to a CURVY LINE

etc.


Contrast of Color

Choose colors that are far away from each other on the color wheel.  Pairs of colors that sit directly opposite each other on the color wheel are called COMPLEMENTARY COLORS.  They create the most contrast.

How to create contrast with the other art elements coming soon...