Specialization in Graphic Design and Visual Communication

Overview

“We will discuss contrast as a fundamental principle in color composition, key to creating visually appealing designs. Although contrast seems the opposite of harmony, you will discover how both complement each other to achieve balance and distinction.”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Contrast, which is part of the Domestika online course: Specialization in Graphic Design and Visual Communication. Master's in Graphic Design: Master color, composition, and visual perception to create impactful and coherent visual identities..

Partial transcription of the video

“Throughout this lesson we are going to analyze seven types of contrast, tonality, brightness, temperature, complementarity, simultaneity, quality and quantity. Let's go there. In this lesson we are going to present you a fundamental principle of composition with colors. And it is the fact that contrast is the basis of every good chromatic result. At first glance it may seem that it is a compositional form with a meaning opposite to that of harmony. But in practice, You will see that harmony and contrast are two different forms of the same basis of action. As color contrast we will define th...”

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Course summary for: Specialization in Graphic Design and Visual Communication

• Level: Beginner
• 99% positive reviews (355)
• 28051 students
• 7 units
• 104 lessons (18h 2m)
• 53 downloads

• Category

  Design

• Areas

  Branding & Identity, Color Theory, Design, Design Management, Digital Design, Editorial Design, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Typography, Typography Design