Color concept
Complementary Color
A paired-color relationship used in color wheels, perception, design, and contrast systems.
Core concept Color relationships future
What it is
Complementary colors are colors positioned opposite each other in a chosen color model. The exact pair depends on the model: RGB/CMY, RYB, perception, and design traditions do not always agree.
Basics
- Complements can create strong contrast, neutralization, or visual vibration.
- Complementary pairs depend on the color system being used.
- This concept should link directly to the interactive experiments page.
Notes for later expansion
- Later expansion should compare CMY/RGB complements with RYB painterly complements.