PROJECT!• Choose any teacher or administrator in this

building (preferably one that you know fairly well and like…so that leaves me out!...no really, you can’t choose me!)

• Look for a paint chip that you think best describes their personality based on what you just learned about color characteristics and color psychology

• Answer the questions for that teacher on the sheet provided

• Your teacher will receive this sheet once it is graded

COLORCOLORWhat do we know?

What do we want to know?What did we learn?

• The notes from this PowerPoint were paraphrased from the book “Residential Housing and Interiors” (Good-Heart Wilcox)

• Color Personality Test from http://www.uen.org/Lessonplan/preview.cgi?LPid=5215

VOCABULARY• Color Spectrum A• Primary colors B• Secondary colors C• Intermediate colors

D• Hue E• Value F• Intensity G• Tint H• Shade I• Complement J

A. The full range of all existing colorsB. Yellow, blue, redC. Orange, green, violetD. Yellow-green, blue-green, blue-violet, red-violet, red-

orange, yellow-orangeE. The name of a colorF. The lightness or darkness of a hueG. The brightness or dullness of a hueH. Made by adding whiteI. Made by adding blackJ. The color directly opposite of another on the color

wheel

VOCABULARY• Monochromatic K• Analogous L• Complementary M• Split-Complementary N• Triadic O• Double-Complement P• Neutral Q

K. Based on a single hueL. 3-5 adjacent huesM. 2 hues directly across from each otherN. One hue and the two on each side of its

complementO. Combo of any three colors equal distance

from each otherP. Two sets of complementsQ. Combos of black, white or gray

The Psychology of Color

• Color is the most exciting tool of the designer

• A space absent of color would not give any interest to the person occupying the space– Color creates a mood within a room, and

can communicate excitement, romance or solitude

• Many color perceptions affect the way people feel about a room, space or object– People make associations with colors based

on past experiences– Each color has its own characteristics and

common psychological impact

The Psychology of Color, continued

• Careful color consideration should be used in each area of the home– The social area of a home should be

decorated in colors that will make all members feel comfortable

– Bedrooms should be decorated in colors that make the occupants feel relaxed

– Dressing areas should be free of harsh colors that may contrast with choosing clothing

Activity• List each color on a piece of paper. Next to the

color, list the first word that comes to mind when you hear the color. Do not think for too long. – Black– Red– Blue– White – Brown– Yellow– Green– Orange– Purple

• Write down your favorite color…

RED• Associated with

danger, power, love, passion, anger, fire and strength

• Bold, exciting, and warm

• Stimulates the nervous system and increases blood pressure, respiration rate and heartbeat

• It should be used with care in design

• Can be lightened or darkened to create other colors

• If your favorite color is pink, you are…– Laid back and carefree, somewhat sheltered

and innocent, and gentle.– Words that describe you are shy, romantic, and

feminine. – You have a calming effect on those around you

and people who need a friend seek you out.• If your favorite color is red you…

– Want to be part of the action and are quite impulsive.

– You are outspoken, quick-tempered and intense, dynamic and noticeable, and not afraid to speak up.

– If you are not careful you can become overbearing.

– You are emotional, exciting and athletic.

ORANGE

• Cheerful, warm, less aggressive than red

• Expresses friendliness, courage, hospitality, energy and hope

• Mixes well with cool colors

• If your favorite color is orange, you…– Are unique, friendly and get along well with

others. – Radiate warmth and inspire those you are

with. – Tend to be social and drawn to groups of

people. – Are the hearth of the home and grateful for

family and friends.

YELLOW• Cheerful, friendly,

warm• Associated with

happiness, sunlight, sympathy, prosperity, cowardice, and wisdom

• Yellow rooms are light and airy

• Should be used with care b/c they demand attention

• Gold provides a luxurious touch and usually used in accents and accessories

• Yellows take on the tones of other colors and add flattering highlights

• If your favorite color is yellow, you…– Are intellectual and drawn toward the new

and modern. – High spirited, cheerful, and idealistic best

describe your personality. – You are vivacious, extroverted and comedic.

– You have strong opinions and can be

stubborn. – You live by high standards and give sound

advice.

GREEN

• Refreshing, the color of nature, cool, peaceful and friendly

• Associated with hope, envy, and good luck

• Mixes well with other colors and looks good with white

• If your favorite color is green…

BLUE

• Has the opposite effect of red

• Cool, calm and reserved

• Communicates serenity, tranquility, and formality

• Too much blue can be depressing

– If blue is your favorite color, you...• Are cautious, conservative and sensitive

to the needs of others. • Often thrust into the role of peacemaker. • Are business-like, calm, and capable, a

loyal, trustworthy friend.• Expressing your emotions in a

relationship is difficult for you.– If your favorite color is blue/green,

you• Are sensitive and need loving care and

adoration form others, but you maintain your independence.

• Showing emotion is difficult for you and others perceive you as self-centered.

• Have excellent taste and a mature outlook.

VIOLET

• Color of royalty, dignity, and mystery

• Dramatic and works well with other colors

• Often used in small amounts as an accent

• If your favorite color is purple/violet, you…– Are creative, consider yourself unique, and set

yourself apart from others. – Are an artist at heart. – Scheduling and mundane tasks bore you. – Can frequently be found daydreaming and would

actually prefer fantasy to reality. – Seek cultural events and luxury but do not put

yourself out to serve humanity. – Many inventors claim purple as their favorite color.

BLACK

• Mysterious, severe and dramatic

• Symbolizes wisdom, evil, and death

• Small amounts help other colors appear more vivid

• Makes other colors appear more crisp and clear

• Use large amounts sparingly, as it can appear oppressive and claustrophobic

• If your favorite color is black, you…– Are sophisticated, mysterious and dramatic.

– Are dignified and keep to yourself. – May be unhappy with how things are, but

aren’t quite certain how you can change existing circumstances.

WHITE

• The symbol of youth, freshness, innocence, purity, faith and peace

• Makes other colors appear cleaner and livelier

• If your favorite color is white, you…– Expect to be happy most of the time. – Have a light, good, and pure personality – Have a sense of innocence about you. – Seek perfection and expect others to do the

same, which sometimes make you appear cold.