Color theory is a framework for understanding how colors interact with each other and how they can be combined to create visually appealing designs. It's rooted in the color wheel, developed by Sir Isaac Newton in 1666, and is fundamental in art, design, and web development.
Complementary Colors
Colors opposite each other (e.g., red and green) that create high contrast.
Analogous Colors
Adjacent colors (e.g., blue, blue-green) that create harmony.
Triadic Colors
Three evenly spaced colors (e.g., red, yellow, blue) for vibrancy.
Monochromatic
Variations of one hue (e.g., light to dark blue) for unity.