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Colour

Colour is a powerful design element that can be used to attract attention, affect feelings and moods, or convey a message instantly.

learning objectives

Level 4

  • Identify primary, secondary and tertiary colours and describe their relationships.
  • Use basic colour associations while creating work.
  • Select, create and apply colours using basic software techniques. (swatches, eyedroppers, color mixers) 
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Interactions, engagements and activities

Colour selection activities. 


Level 5

  • Identify and describe colour palettes in existing work using colour harmony rules.
  • Describe the three components of colour and use them describe colours in existing work. (Hue, Value, Saturation)
Create colour palettes using colour harmony rules. Select and use appropriate colour space and profile option for a range of different outputs.   
Interactions, engagements and activities

Describe the types of interaction and activities that could help achieve the objectives.


Level 6

  • Maintain colour accuracy within and between document using industry recognised best practice.
Identify strengths and weaknesses of different output methods in relation to colour.     
Interactions, engagements and activities

Describe the types of interaction and activities that could help achieve the objectives.