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Contrast       Part 2        Colour contrast                                                                             Read more

Have you ever noticed how red flowers look much brighter on green grass then when they are surrounded by yellow or orange flowers? Or perhaps you may have noticed that the flowers of the Mimosa bush look a far deeper colour against a bright blue sky than a grey one.

Contrast       Part 1        Tone contrast                                                                              Read more

This two part article has been written for beginner artists to introduce them to tone and colour contrast and their role in composition. I hope that by demonstration and suggestion to impart some practical knowledge to the aspiring artist.