In this unit you will learn all the basics characteristics of color that you need to know about in order to understand the principles of color harmony. In this unit you will learn:

• the three key characteristics of color that are critical to understanding color harmony: hue, value, and saturation
• the concept of a color wheel
• the five major types of color wheel and when they are used
• what are complements and why they are critically important for creating interest in a painting
• the Triadic color wheel