Colored Gray

How do you mix the color gray? Black and white, correct? Sure, you'll have a gray but there are other ways. "Colored Grays" are made by mixing complimentary colors. A red with green, a blue with orange, and a yellow with violet. An artist may try various hues of each together and then add a bit of white. Most of these "grays" don't quite look gray until a touch of white is added. Actually a lot of white may be called for in some cases if you need a light gray.

The principle involved here is what's important for an artist to know and that is: "Graying is the act of reducing a hues chroma (intensity). This can be achieved with a touch of black and white or a mixed gray meaning, adding a bit of complimentary color and possibly a little white. or other light hue.

Some compliments like Ultramarine Blue and Burnt Sienna (dark orange) will create a paint that is near to black. Isn't painting fun?....

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