Makeup color wheel
MAKEUP COLOR WHEEL PLUS
The color wheel is laid out to initially showcase the relationships between the primary colors, plus the colors and hues that bridge the gaps between them. The wheel is a tool that helps us to understand how colors relate to each other and how the human eye perceives them, which is fundamental when approaching make-up. The color wheel displays a logical sequence of 12 colors or hues in relation to each other which helps to illustrate color theory in the simplest way. The Color Wheel developed to this stage by Isaac Newton in 1666. The Color WheelSo, let’s start with the fundamental model subtractive color mixing is based upon. This is why we have a different impression of colors created by light and physical colors, and of course why make-up and other physical colors can look different on camera or screens to how you perceive it with your eyes. light, rainbows, reflections and digital color imagery on screens. The others are colors that are created by something you cannot touch i.e. The main difference between them is, when considering RYB we are looking at the physical presence of a color either in an object or living thing, something you can touch like the face or an apple for example. You may also have heard of CMY - Cyan, Magenta and Yellow, or CMYK, with the addition of key (Black) this is used in graphics and printing, or RGB which is the system used in electronics such as television, photography and computers. In this case, we’re talking about the RYB system of Red, Yellow and Blue, typically used by artists working with color cosmetics or paints. Color SystemsFirst of all, it’s important to mention there are various color systems depending on the type of medium color is used in. In this blog we want to break it all down and bring you the important parts you need to know. Color theory goes in so many directions and can become incredibly complicated. The knowledge of color theory is paramount for any make-up artist and enthusiast.
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Don’t get us wrong, there’s definitely room for all of that, too! However, nothing is more important than understanding color.
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When it comes to make-up it’s easy to forget the importance of the science behind it all when distracted by the latest release of glitzy pigments or fad applicators.