A true colour is a painterly term that denotes the lightness or darkness of a colour. This characteristic of a hue determines how light or dark a colour is, taking into account how much white or black is mixed with it. Vale colours are often used to create shading and tones to add depth and dimension to a piece of art.
With the use of valeur colour, artists are able to create subtle transitions and contrasts that help to highlight shapes and textures in a painting. A well-chosen valeur scale allows the artist to perceive the direction and intensity of the light source, as well as the distance between objects and the background. These features make valor colour a key element in visual arts and the perception of form.
RGB and HEX colour codes for real colour
The RGB code for the control colour is (174, 198, 207), while the HEX code is #AEC6CF.
| Colour scheme | Code/Weights |
|---|---|
| Hex |
#3498db |
| RGB |
rgb(52, 152, 219) |
| HSL |
hsl(204, 70%, 53%) |
| HSV/HSB |
hsv(204, 76%, 86%) |
| CMYK |
cmyk(76%, 31%, 0%, 14%) |
| Contrasting colour |
#db3434 |
| Complementary colour |
#db3434 |
Dark and light shades of white
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Dark shades
Light shades
Complementary colour palettes of Valőr
The colour palettes in the range showcase different colour combinations that are great for design and art projects. The palettes include complementary, analogue, monochrome, triad, tetrad, split complementary and neutral variations, all of which provide a unique and harmonious look.
Complementary palette
Analogue palette
Monochrome palette
Triad palette
Tetrade palette
Split complementary palette
Neutral palette
what is the colour of the valeur?
A valeur colour is like a specific shade of grey that varies according to the shade, light and medium tones of the image. It emphasises contrast and transitions between shades, giving a sense of light and shadow in artistic works.
What determines the colour of the valeur?
The colour of the final colour depends on the amount of white, black or coloured pigments mixed with the base colour. The valor represents the lightness or darkness of the colour, and this balance determines the final hue. For example, adding more white will make the colour lighter, adding more black will make the colour darker.
How is it possible to mix the right colour?
Mixing true colours creates different shades of lightness and darkness of a given colour. This is usually done by mixing a primary colour with white or black. If the colour is mixed with white, a lighter shade is obtained, which can be called the light valence of the colour. If you mix it with black, you get a darker shade, known as the darker shade of the colour. This technique can be used to create a wide range of shades from a single colour.
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