Color Mixing Chart & Guide

Complete interactive color mixing chart with primary, secondary, and tertiary color combinations. Perfect for artists, designers, and students.

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Primary Colors Chart

The foundation of all color mixing - Red, Blue, and Yellow cannot be created by mixing other colors.

RED

#FF0000

Primary

BLUE

#0000FF

Primary

YELLOW

#FFFF00

Primary

Secondary Colors Chart

Created by mixing two primary colors in equal proportions.

RED

#FF0000

BLUE

#0000FF

PURPLE

#800080

BLUE

#0000FF

YELLOW

#FFFF00

GREEN

#00FF00

RED

#FF0000

YELLOW

#FFFF00

ORANGE

#FFA500

Tertiary Colors Chart

Created by mixing a primary color with a secondary color.

RED

Primary

ORANGE

Secondary

RED-ORANGE

Tertiary

YELLOW

Primary

ORANGE

Secondary

YELLOW-ORANGE

Tertiary

YELLOW

Primary

GREEN

Secondary

YELLOW-GREEN

Tertiary

BLUE

Primary

GREEN

Secondary

BLUE-GREEN

Tertiary

Color Temperature Chart

Warm Colors

RED

#FF0000

ORANGE

#FFA500

YELLOW

#FFFF00

Warm colors evoke energy, happiness, and excitement.

Cool Colors

BLUE

#0000FF

GREEN

#00FF00

PURPLE

#800080

Cool colors evoke calmness, serenity, and professionalism.

Interactive Color Mixer

Try mixing colors yourself and see the results instantly!

Color 1

Red

#FF0000

Color 2

Blue

#0000FF

Mixed Result

Purple

#800080

Color Mixing Theory & Tips

Basic Color Theory

• Primary Colors: Cannot be created by mixing other colors
• Secondary Colors: Created by mixing two primary colors
• Tertiary Colors: Created by mixing primary and secondary colors
• Complementary Colors: Opposite colors on the color wheel
• Analogous Colors: Colors next to each other on the wheel

Mixing Tips for Artists

• Start with lighter colors and gradually add darker ones
• Use a palette knife for consistent mixing
• Test color combinations on a separate surface first
• Remember that mixed colors often appear different when dry
• Keep track of your successful color recipes