Color Theory

Posts about color theory from the ColorKit blog.

What Colors Make Purple?

Mix red and blue to make purple. See 14 purple shades, from lavender to plum, with hex codes, mixing recipes and how purple differs from violet.

What Colors Make White?

No paint mix makes white: it comes from a white pigment. On screens, full red, green and blue light make white (#ffffff). See off-white hex codes.

What Colors Make Blue?

Blue is a primary in paint and light, so you can't mix it. In CMYK, cyan and magenta make blue. See 12+ blue shades with hex codes and palettes.

What Colors Make Red?

Red is a primary in paint and light, so you can't mix it. In CMYK, magenta and yellow make red. See 13 red shades with hex codes and mixing recipes.

What are Split-Complementary Colors?

What split-complementary colors are, how to find them on the color wheel, and 12 ready-to-use palettes with hex codes you can drop into any design.

What Are Pastel Colors?

Discover what are pastel colors, their soothing charm, and how to use them effectively in design with these design tips.