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Pick any base color and instantly generate 5-color palettes using complementary, analogous, triadic, split-complementary, tetradic, or monochromatic color theory.
Open Tool →Simulate realistic paint color mixing using physics-based subtractive color blending. See exactly what two colors will produce before you open a single tube.
Mix Colors →Choose your base color and palette style to instantly generate a professional 5-color harmony.
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Simulate subtractive paint mixing. See what two paint colors will produce before you waste a drop.
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Step-by-step guides for beginners and experienced artists covering acrylics, watercolors, oils, and more.
Choosing your first paint palette does not mean buying every color in the store. Here is how to build a powerful starter palette from just 6 to 8 colors.
Read Article →The acrylic vs oil debate is one every new painter faces. Here is an honest, practical breakdown to help you choose the right medium for your situation.
Read Article →Tired of mixing two beautiful colors and ending up with brown sludge? Here is exactly why it happens and how to stop it for good.
Read Article →Watercolor, acrylics, or oils — which medium is right for you? This is the most honest side-by-side comparison of all three, covering cost, difficulty, drying time, and results.
Read Article →Analogous, complementary, triadic, tetradic — color harmony types explained visually with real palette examples so you can immediately see the difference and choose the right one.
Read Article →What should actually be on your table when you start painting with acrylics? Here is every item explained, what it does, and exactly what to buy without wasting money.
Read Article →Colors adjacent on the wheel create harmonious, natural paintings. Think sunsets, forests, ocean scenes. Best for calm, cohesive compositions.
Opposite colors create maximum contrast and visual tension. Use the dominant color at ~70% for balance.
Three equally-spaced colors form vibrant, energetic compositions. Balance with one dominant and two accents.
A softer take on complementary — lower tension but still dynamic. Great for beginners.