How To Use Color - Color Basics

[@noahgeerdink5144]

I’m a colour blind graphic designer (mild protan), yes i know that sounds dumb. When I applied to my graphic design school they invited me for an interview, they were concerned that I couldn’t be a professional designer with color blindness. I explained that I think there is more to design than just color and I think that my disability is not severe enough to limit my ability to create good looking designs. I also explained that there are solutions to color blindness like screen alterations and special glasses. They decided to let me in. Teacher where often surprised by my work and the use of color. It was exceptional from other students and it looked good anyways since only hue is effected with my color blindness. Today I’m running a profitable graphic design company and I’m designing may creative and good looking assets. Sometimes I struggle with a colorfull design, but this is often resolved by using technology and help from other designers. Moral of the story is that I don’t think a disability should be seen as a disadvantage and in today’s time we can use technology and the internet to our advantage. Keep fighting until the bitter end or until the sweet success!

[@BowHooHoo]

Ooo did you know that there’s color blind glasses? Maybe you should get them? Not that you necessarily need to of course , just sometimes for when you’re struggling too much with color!

[@noahgeerdink5144]

@@BowHooHoo Yes I know about the Encroma glasses. I would love to try then but I haven’t had the opportunity to buy them yet

[@ezyzet]

What's your company called? Would love to see some of your work. Do you have an instagram?

[@Elena-fc7mj]

do you have instagram?

[@michaelmaguire840]

I too am colour blind (deuteranomaly) but I don’t let that stop me, even if I do draw a red tree 🙂

[@silvianrusso8854]

you explaine it better than design lecture in whole semester !

[@hyacinthdibley2420]

That B&W filter was the best. Thanks for the tip.

[@YVZSTUDIOS]

Unfortunately the B&W adjustment layer is not the most accurate B&W transformation. There is another very common method by using a black solid on top of everything and setting that to the blend mode "color", thus removing any color. But that's not perfect either. The best way is to use the sGray color profile. Just go into your Photoshop settings and set your color proofing profile to "sGray" (instead of CMYK). Now you can toggle it via Ctrl + Y, it's more accurate and you don't need an extra layer! :D

[@fallingscalesmedia]

@@YVZSTUDIOS wow I loved the b&w tip, and being able to set it to sGray and hit cmd-y (on a Mac) is so easy and awesome -- TY guys! (btw to all those that want to do this, proof setup is in the "View" menu in Photoshop 2019

[@daniprivado8496]

this is the kind of video that makes me share in 6 different art and illustration groups

[@Ggunn]

Share away!

[@Kevinproducciones2]

Can you add me to the group or send me a link please?

[@gauravmandal007]

Can you add me 😅 please

[@PerezJesuscantor]

Can u add me please?

[@aahritya_tv]

@@PerezJesuscantor let's make a community?

[@landon_castro]

By far THE most helpful breakdown for understanding color I’ve ever had. I’ve heard the terms a million times and just was always confused, but now I feel as though I have a solid understanding of hue, saturation, and value! Thanks guys!

[@Ggunn]

That is fantastic to hear! And my goal for this video. Glad it helped solidify things.

[@H2GKursusOnline]

I can literally feel my eyes cool down when you did that adjustment.

[@matdinozzo]

Thank you Futur for not blasting loud music during the learning session, really appreciate it!

[@felixsmittick9128]

Lots of gems in this color tutorial.

[@QueenOfTheStars2]

Life is amazing ! 5 years ago I wasn't even thinking about product design and how to use color. Today I stumbled across this video and I LOVED IT! It made me want to learn more .Sending love and light. Thank you so much

[@mzeefenekansi8673]

Thanks!

[@justme55ism]

WE NEED MORE OF GREG!!!!! You're awesome. This video was so engaging and also kudos to the editing team. Love it! Want more!

[@Ggunn]

Aw shucks, thank you! I really enjoyed making the video and plan to do more.

[@priyankasalelkar3564]

I second that!

[@mauritzeklund4022]

Damn, using the technique of turning the picture b&w to distinguish the contrast is really genious! Will definitely implement it to my workflow!

[@davidcendana2302]

The editing, humor, and simplicity of the teaching is just *kiss fingers* Superb

[@Ggunn]

Thanks, David :)

[@e________v]

A small tip about using a black and white adjustment layer for checking your relative color values: by default, a black and white adjustment layer changes the value of your colors based on the color's hue and *will not* give you an accurate relative value. The Black & White adjustment layer is meant to emulate black and white film, where different hues would appear to be brighter or darker based on the type of film used and the different processes involved in developing it. To get a value-accurate desaturated image, either use a 50% gray layer set to the "Color" (or saturation) blending mode, or use a Hue/Saturation adjustment layer and turn the saturation to -100 in the Master channel.

[@itsalejandroe]

This sounds like a very useful tip but it confused me way more than it should lol

[@radadadadee]

@@itsalejandroe He's talking about photoshop layers

[@onkar5404]

i tried it and all of them gave the same result

[@lil_takki]

I'm colorblind

[@Mariobrothers-foryou]

😭😭😭💔

[@Ron_Sensei]

Im gay

[@crepanna]

This video was a fun way to get a better handle on color, and that b&w values tip is so helpful~ (used it recently 😅) Thank you Futur 😊

[@Ggunn]

Happy to hear it is helpful!

[@noahmukono]

Not that Hue lol! Greg's pacing is so cool and fun. Loved the illustration one as well big time.

[@Ggunn]

I do my best to keep it fun :)

[@barry7377]

4 years of design school and this one video made me 🤯🤯🤯

[@kirilspasov3304]

Such a great video. The editing, the humor, everything. Kinda gives me some Proko vibes.

[@gabrielcameron]

Man, another Greg Gunn classic. Been doing this design thing for a long time now, but never felt like I’ve mastered color. This video breaks things down in a way that helps bring it all home. Sharing with my team.

[@Ggunn]

Thanks, Gabriel. I learn new things all the time and am still amazed at how little I know. I'm right there with ya.

[@colinvandenbroek8139]

The black & white tip is seriously super useful! Thanks!

[@Ggunn]

It's a game changer, right?

[@miguuueeel]

That black and white filter is pure gold. Thanks mate

[@Ggunn]

It’s a handy one.

[@dattagrace]

You guys are the best thing on YT!

[@Ggunn]

:)

[@BrialMusic]

Been following since I saw Jose and Chris explain how to extract brand values and use them in a branding exercise. It helped me become a successful designer. You guys came a long way and the content just keeps getting better and better. Witty, tons of value and cool editing! Nice job guys! Much appreciated!

[@ESKOMUSIC]

Super helpful. I love the style of Greg's Videos 👌

[@Ggunn]

Thanks! I try to keep it fun :)

[@jaimecarrillo1706]

Great video. Few are better, and contrast is everything. Super helpful

[@Ggunn]

Contrast is everything.

[@eshan309]

That "Hugh" joke did made me laugh :D And the b&w filter tip was great! Will try it next time.

[@MJ-sy2en]

Your analogies make so much sense to me as a music student. I love it.

[@KingTorres96]

Amazing video, uncle Greg. And to the editors too.

[@Ggunn]

Ha! Thanks. Kudos to Aaron for the dynamite edit..

[@Molloy1951]

I don’t know if you a natural or if you struggled a lot and insisted on it, but you have become an outstanding communicator, Greg. Thank you for your videos!

[@Darksideneo]

Thanks. Would be also useful to see a video how to choose a color palette for a brand/company.

[@omuriloribeiro]

Thank you so much Greg and The Futur academy. The design community is really happy and helpful!

[@zubairessack]

I love how clear and concise this video is. Please make more of these 👍

[@Ggunn]

Can do!

[@simba-rashe2930]

University education is dead... PS dope video!

[@Ggunn]

Thanks!

[@saaqib_0252]

happy 100 likes

[@alexisvilleda4975]

You're right!

[@lynked]

you're damn right!

[@matteforza]

Lol

[@SwOOp_de]

thefutur = best content on youtube

[@Puneethksyt]

Loved the ingenious puns about hugh! Made the video more fun! Thank you!

[@Aqsa792]

Greg should do more videos. I love the care-free style of his videos. Btw great tips for trying to suck less at using colors xD Would love more videos on colors or similar topics :)

[@Ggunn]

Thanks! More videos to come :)

[@jonpersson9962]

Great video, Greg!

[@Ggunn]

Thanks, Jon!

[@sinyeatheng4991]

I like your explanation. It's clear & easy to understand for me!😀

[@Ggunn]

Good! Color is super interesting, but sometimes tough to grasp.

[@maroianlkchakche6081]

haha

[@aminansar5294]

This is such a good and interesting video to watch. Didn't skip any second of it. Everyone should teach like this

[@Cubannerd]

I'm loving these more illustration focused videos. I'm always struggling with color so I just use existing palettes to use in my work.

[@Ggunn]

Color can be a struggle, but it's a powerful tool when used right.

[@armcezar8106]

Love how this was done. Great job Greg!

[@Ggunn]

Thanks!

[@gpdimensional239]

This is really super helpful! You explain it so clear. That contrast part is genius. love

[@vadymtymofiienko521]

That's my favorite video about color use!!

[@KittieGreen]

15 years deep in design and still learning. Thanks for the reminder, sometimes I forget how fun colours are, especially when all your clients are wealth and financial companies

[@mushrifahmed8107]

I really loved this video not only because of the great content but the awesome presentation by Greg.

[@Ggunn]

Thanks!

[@cloudrabbit3181]

This video is really fun to watch! Good job you guys!

[@levonhovhannisyan6062]

For the love of god make more videos with Greg!! Love it!

[@Ggunn]

Sure thing!

[@itsjustgurjit]

This is something, that i was looking for...plz. make more videoes like this..and plz. Tell everything about colors

[@Ggunn]

Working on it!

[@ScottMoyse]

Cool video... Some of the best 7 minutes I've spent on KZbin. Now I finally know how HSV is structured.

[@IndrajaSalunkhe]

Thank you for this lovely episode.

[@Ggunn]

Thank you for watching it :)

[@xuanmingzhou6222]

Hi Futur~ Thank you so much for this video, I always have problem balancing my colors, this is really helpful!

[@panache1204]

Im loving this guy and his little jokes in between here and there.

[@sarahsw727]

Super informational video. Thank you all!

[@TheFuturAcademy]

Thank you

[@lucacossu1088]

Great video, I wish there was no speeded up part in the video, I would have been very interested in hearing your thoughts during the editing process

[@DanceUnderInfluence]

Had to watch this video for college. I get it. Such a good explanation. Thank you for this video!

[@arran7600]

This was an amazing video and so funny but engaging to listen to, great job!

[@Ggunn]

Thanks :)

[@crepanna]

Whoa, Greg's back 💙 💛

[@rickylucas]

he never left ;)

[@crepanna]

@@rickylucas he disappeared for far too long 😂 (at least it felt like it haha)

[@Ggunn]

@@crepanna I come up for air every now an again

[@crepanna]

@@Ggunn 😂 that's good ahaha

[@danearmour]

Another Greg vid! Keep it up dude, this is great stuff (also what's that font, so nice)

[@Ggunn]

Thanks, Dane. I think it's Calibre.

[@Kayoubi]

I don't think the first grow is that bad. I mean, the second one is indeed better (simpler) but the first one looks funny and okay to me. Great video!

[@wge621]

it kinda depends on the context, but I'd say those colors are pretty yikes to me as well. for a professional ad, i feel like this would only be appropriate if you're making something for Nickelodeon or something else for kids that's meant to indicate wackiness. I wouldn't use a similar palette for almost anything tailored to adults. keep in mind that all of this is subjective, but developing an eye for what works for certain contexts is ultimately how you become a designer, and it's why designers are often so choosy. understanding why something doesn't work is sometimes more important than why something did o work, especially when you're starting out

[@Nonsonse]

I agree! And the 2nd Grow looked a bit off too. The yellow accents on a mostly cool toned picture stood out, and not in a good way. They drew focus away from the main attraction - the word Grow.

[@ScientistX]

Aaron, Gregg, (Don't know who), Ben and Jonah you guys deserve Oscars for the bleeding eyes act at 2:47

[@Ggunn]

Agreed!

[@sixtyfiveroses2968]

The B&W filter is an awesome tip, Thank you.

[@thechisensei]

know what, Greg is a natural!!! great content and awesome video! :) nice one Greg :)

[@Ggunn]

Hey thanks! :)

[@noopurishere]

Oh my god what an edit! Laughed throughout. Super video.

[@alexandrucraiu2420]

Very valuable, straight to the point information! Loved the editing 😂

[@Ggunn]

Thanks, Alex! The editing is all Aaron.

[@Abu-Ubayda]

That Byeeee sounded very familiar.

[@priyankasalelkar3564]

Really appreciate the hard work put into making this video! Never thought something like colour theory would be so entertaining to learn :D Thank you!

[@zubairsheikh8769]

I have seen videos of an hour long about how to use color and they all show the color wheel and how color schemes are made from color wheel or they will tell websites for color schemes which is not helpful at all. This is one of the best videos on how to use color well done.

[@NusrathUllah]

Kitchen, Music, Lights, examples are great can fit in everyone's minds,

[@Azuniite]

That was good, I liked the video format :D also the practice part was great

[@Ggunn]

Thank you :)

[@edmundcarlos9587]

This is entertaining and educational!

[@Ggunn]

That is a win/win. Thanks, Edmund!

[@AmirKhan-vl1ql]

the most underrated futur video

[@jorgesibrian8231]

And then Ricky Gervais stopped presenting golden globes, and start to teaching design stuff. Love your work man! one more subscriber.

[@TheFuturAcademy]

Welcome to the Futur

[@paolaespinoza592]

Thank you , these tutorials are amazing

[@zhiwei50]

Absolutly love it. It's almost therapeutic.

[@mjg6377]

I liked your transformations but those bad examples were kinda awesome too.

[@charestriart]

OMG thank you very much for sharing this kind of CLEAR EXPLANATION!!!! i think my eyes or color taste has gone bad with my age all the time.. now i know why my coloring is really bad!!! wow!! what a revelation!. thank you!!!

[@liviazambolim4724]

I could listen to this guy for hours

[@auroramurgia6335]

I think this is the funniest video i've ever seen about this topic ! I loved it!

[@TheZamfire]

Thanks for this! Super helpful

[@Ggunn]

You're welcome!

[@NadaNormalNé]

Brighter version of the hugh 1:47.. hahakakaka I'm dead Awesome educational vid. More like this one, please. Thanks for everything ppl of The Futur

[@jimmacdiarmid8230]

Love the video! Your sense of humor and presentation are outstanding! My career has been in backend coding. Over the last 3 years I've tried to add web and graphic design into my workflow. Coming up with the proper color palette and how to apply it has been absolutely driving me nuts. Thank you for all that you do to put these videos together!

[@CaptainBullzAQW]

THANKYOU

[@acidiearts]

The entertainment w the knowledge is accurate 👌🏼

[@gokraw]

Even though i think this video has a nice approach to color 101, i was expecting a more indepth color theory video coming from The Futur Academy... anyways keep it coming, these videos are great

[@hydevilist]

Thank you for this! I'm an amateur designer and this really helps.

[@1kaervek1]

Color.. "That thing that makes the world interesting and vibrant" - nice!

[@rodaparicio_]

Wow Greg! Congratulations!!! This is an amazing video! Great script, rythm (maybe a little too fast when doing the changes), and message. =)

[@josesojo9769]

I love this format! i laughed so much!

[@Ggunn]

Laugh and learn-mission accomplished!

[@blackoutput]

I would have loved for the timelapse part to be in real time and to have heard your thought process during that part. I feel like that could have been the most valuable part of the video.

[@jeffbrowngraphics]

Loving this kind of video! Please do more!!

[@nayemozil7116]

Thanks a lot for your great tutorial. I watched so many tutorials but they don't explain like this. This video is really really helpful.

[@rohithande9750]

thanks for showing what bad looks like and then corecting it.show more such examples they are very helpful :")

[@carloslloga5978]

Hi, great video! I have seen others you guys have made. Amazing! So useful! Could you do a series as Typography design critique but for color? You guys rock!

[@aahritya_tv]

Yeh, that would be awesome!

[@2funkidesign]

You heard me! Our in-house design team has an Illustration Club just starting out and today a lot of us identified selecting colour palettes is a real challenege.

[@Ggunn]

That sounds like so much fun!

[@TristanBailey]

Great help and to add that idea to my work.

[@kina90]

i love this video so much, don't know how often i watched it, but every time i have to laugh! and finally i bought the color course yay

[@jasminelillis5049]

I already LOVE your channel

[@yassinezanina]

Designers @ facebook should watch your video, it ll give them perspective to what they r doing, I mean going all in with black and white!!! Color is life.. 👌🏼