Quick Tip 261 - Color Secrets

An abstract painter asks how to work the "rules" of color in regards to using analogous, complimentary, tertiary and triad color concepts. In Color Secrets, artist/art teacher Dianne Mize demonstrates how to think of and use color matching, as well as, color mixing techniques.

[Portuguesepierogi]

It’s not mixing just ANY red or any blue, they’re specific colours. In order to get the neutrals, pay attention to the colours she’s using.

This is gold. Thank you so much!

[maxkomline]

Dianne, you are the Shelby Foote of art!!! I can't tell you how wonderful it is to receive art education with a smooth southern drawl while living in Vermont. You are an inspiration in such difficult times. Thank you.

[artladi]

Thank you! I had not understood this concept at all before. I am like a sponge learning from you. You make it so clear and then demonstrate it. Thank you.!!

[caseymartin]

You are an amazing teacher Dianne! Your way of explaining things is so clear and thorough that I've learned more in the last week of watching your videos than I have in the last year of watching other tutorials. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

[birgitblume]

I knew the color schemes but it's the first time that I really understood how to use them! Thank you so much for your concise explanations!!!

[kathyharry]

You have made this tip so interesting. I've watched this tip over and over again. You are such a good teacher. Thank you.

[phyllisjeanfulton]

Thank you. In all my art painting classes, no one taught color wheel and demonstration of how to use it. I thank you so much. Now I’ll practice and am seeing the light. 🤓

[cherylr]

Thank you Dianne for a wonderful lesson. Sending you a big hug from Australia.

[alkasarin]

Clarity in your teachings this was wonderful

[Jazbo]

I’m so greatful for this lesson. You REALLY explain this so well. I do need to play with my colors but now I KNOW where to start. Thank you very much😷🎨

[carolina.rentes]

It ended up looking like a warm tropical forest and made me want to do this color studies again. I did the ones suggested by Richard Schmid a couple of years ago and they've helped me a lot, but I got so tired that they stopped being fun at the end. Now I think I'm in the mood again, specially because yours doesn't involve making endless squares, hahahaha. Thank you again Dianne, I love your videos. Still the best teacher I know.

[sophiegervais]

Tank you so much ! I made my art school in 1988! And seeing you with all your passion explaining so clear ...I speak french but I Anderstand you well !😊 my life is art since im à Child ! You inspired me alot ! Big hug from Canada !🌷🌻🌺

[neuroticnation]

Thank you! This is the clearest lesson in color I’ve seen. I think I finally get it!

[blessedhappyjams]

I am such a big fan of your art and now your wise teaching!💛🧡❤ Thank you, Dianne, for sharing your God given talents of both with us🙂

[laurataggart]

Your lessons are the best part of my day! I love the way you break down your knowledge. I always finish ready to get to apply the information you shared in my painting practice.

[anuradharajivan]

A very sound brain with such a relaxed, specific, and confident teaching method! Thoroughly enjoyable and useful!

[belindahall]

This is infinitely helpful Diane!! You presented the information with such clarity, and make learning enjoyable:). Thank you 😊

[gerrianderson]

You remind me of my sweet neighbor that used to live down the road from me. Love your calm way. You are brilliant and easily the best person on YouTube on explaining things. I truly have learned so much from your lessons. Happy Easter to you and your family.

[boatpeachbed]

You’re great. Take care of yourself. We’re thinking of you.

[gerrianderson]

Ok now I have watched this one for the second time (9 mnths later) and more
sinks in. Funny how that is. I think it is important to watch your quick tips more than once. You are truly brilliant and a great teacher!