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« on: 18 January 2010, 18:29:06 »

This is aimed at the more proficient visual designers among us, and I think I may speak on behalf of the other, shall I say, more crappy designers Tongue

Having just redesigned my portfolio site (watch this space) and found myself reasonably pleased with it, I've noticed the following.  The only sites I've designed, and liked the design, tend to be almost monochrome.

In short, I am rubbish with colours. 

My question is: is this just a case of if you're not born with it, tough luck, or can I learn.  If so, care to give any tips/ resources?

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« Reply #1 on: 18 January 2010, 18:41:59 »

Ooo nice post !b - I, like you, find most of my sites lean towards monochromatic design. Me + Colour theory = FAIL.

It'll be interesting to see the response from some of our more talented designers.
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« Reply #2 on: 23 January 2010, 13:09:36 »

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« Reply #3 on: 08 March 2010, 20:42:29 »

 oops seems you have been waiting a long time... and why me anyway?

Well so I don't disappoint, sorry to say it is something you are born with, talented designers just don't have to work hard its all natural  Evil Laugh

Colour is actually something I struggle with too, much like with anything it just takes practice.  I think what helped me is a 3 month project at college when I was 17 all about colour theory, what different colours express and can mean on a site.  Then if there isn't already existing branding of a site that I do I ask a client to best describe their company is 5 key words, from that you can get a feel for what they want to portray and create a colour pallet that suits their needs.   

So best advice I can give is have a look around the net for some sites on colour theory and meanings of colour, and when you design a site think about what colour best represents the clients business...and if you need a helping hand creating a pallet from that check out the colour resources thread, its full of good links

I often find monochrome sites the hardest to design for, as it takes a strong design and good layout to pull off such a bold design statement
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« Reply #4 on: 08 March 2010, 22:30:10 »

I often find monochrome sites the hardest to design for, as it takes a strong design and good layout to pull off such a bold design statement
I'm surprised by this - but I can sort of see what you mean. I'll definitely have another look at colour theory, but I have to confess the last time I tried I was somewhat baffled by it  nerdystraight

Took your time, didn't you! Tongue
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