5 Fun Ways to Mix Colors!

Colorful paint palette

Mixing colors is like magic! Even though Art Tap Fun gives you lots of amazing colors ready to go, thinking about how colors mix can make your pictures even more awesome. Here are some fun ideas:

1. Think Like a Rainbow!

Remember ROY G. BIV? Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, Violet! Try putting colors next to each other in rainbow order. Putting yellow next to green and blue often looks nice and natural.

2. Warm vs. Cool

Colors can feel "warm" (like reds, oranges, yellows - think sunshine!) or "cool" (like blues, greens, purples - think water or nighttime!). Try coloring one part of your picture with mostly warm colors and another part with mostly cool colors to make them stand out!

3. Complementary Colors POP!

Colors opposite each other on the color wheel (like red and green, blue and orange, yellow and purple) are called complementary colors. Putting them side-by-side makes both colors look super bright and exciting! Try it for small details you want people to notice.

4. Light and Dark Shades

Using light versions and dark versions of the same color (like light blue and dark blue) right next to each other can make things look like they have shadows and highlights. It adds depth!

5. Gradient Magic!

Our Gradient Tool does the mixing for you! It smoothly blends colors together. Use it for skies, water, or anywhere you want a soft, beautiful fade between colors. Experiment with different gradient combinations!

The best part is experimenting! Try different combinations in Art Tap Fun and see what you like best. Happy coloring!