ColorTheory: The Intelligent Color Wheel
Mixing and matching colors is made easier and safer with ColorTheory. This innovative application provides real-time color matching by allowing you to choose a color from a gradient scale and instantly see which other colors match it. With a variety of pre-loaded formulas, you can explore different color combinations and relationships, from classic options like "Primaries" and "Complementary" to more complex choices like "Six Tone Chord CCW" or "Pastels" or "Clash".
To use ColorTheory, simply move the corners of the triangle or rectangle over the gradient scale to see all the possible shades and combinations based on the colors you've selected. The software follows the RYB (red, yellow, and blue) color model, which is widely used in professional art. This is particularly useful for fabric designers, artists, and web designers who want to ensure their color choices adhere to standard color relationships.
ColorTheory's interface is basic, but at times it may not be immediately clear how to navigate certain features. However, once you become familiar with the software, it becomes a valuable tool for exploring and visualizing color combinations in the standard chromatic convention.
Overall, ColorTheory is a must-have for anyone in the creative field looking to quickly and easily find harmonious color combinations based on established color relationships.
