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A-101 Using color effectively
pleasing results. Combining a darker shade of a warm color with a
light tint of its cooler complement produces an unusual effect that
may appeal to you.
Once you have mastered the concept of the color wheel, you have
a good framework for experimenting with color combinations.
Many books targeted at graphic designers show groups of
preselected color combinations. Some are organized by themes or
moods, and some are based on a
custom color
system, such as
PANTONE. The more you develop a critical facility for judging color
combinations, the more you will be able to trust your own eye for
color. The
"Bibliography"
on page B-119 at the back of this
manual includes books on design.
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