The monochromatic color scheme uses variations in lightness and saturation of a single color. This scheme looks clean and elegant. Monochromatic colors go well together, producing a soothing effect. The monochromatic scheme is very easy on the eyes, especially with blue or green hues. You can use it to establish an overall mood. The primary color can be integrated with neutral colors such as black, white, or gray. However, it can be difficult, when using this scheme, to highlight the most important elements.
Pros:The monochromatic scheme is easy to manage, and always looks balanced and visually appealing. Cons:This scheme lacks color contrast. It is not as vibrant as the complementary scheme. Tips: 1. Use tints, shades, and tones of the key color to enhance the scheme. 2. Try the analogous scheme; it offers more nuances while retaining the simplicity and elegance of the monochromatic scheme. -www.color-wheel-pro.com/color-schemes |
A monochromatic artwork uses only shades and tints of one color. Often emotion is associated with this type of art due to colors connecting with a feeling or memory.
Monochromatic Imagery Seen in the Real World
Quotes
Quotes often shed light on a special passage, meaning, story, or idea that are important to you. Depending on the quote it can be easy or very difficult to decipher. What makes quotes universal is the impact they can have on our thoughts. Quotes create visions and ideas in our minds. It allows us to reference memories past, future possibilities and a way of living life.
How can a quote be enlightened?
Assignment:
1. Create an monochromatic image that enlightens the meaning behind a quote.
2. The image you create should help the viewer understand its message or meaning using a color as your aide.
“Mother Nature is always speaking. She speaks in a language understood within the peaceful mind of the sincere observer.” - Radhanath Swami
“The revolution is not an apple that falls when it is ripe. You have to make it fall.”
–Che Guevara