Using Color in Layouts

There are several ways of looking at color use when planning a layout. I'm putting two of them up here. These are not "written in concrete" but learning some basic principles can help you, even if it's only to know when you're breaking those principles!

• Color rules of Heraldry
Heralds--specialists in knights' coats of arms developed some excellent rules for using color for best visibility. Yes, it sounds far-fetched but some of their principles might help you.
• Color Wheels
Colorwheels are very helpful in seeing the relationships between colors and making the best choices. Artists and designers make use of these.

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