Post by Ovi on Jun 6, 2006 20:56:39 GMT -5
An article on color schemes? Why?
The color scheme is one of the most important factors in producing a decent forum interface/skin. It’s also important that we know the basics and methods of inventing fresh color schemes, if we want to achieve originality. There aren’t many rules that you should follow to acquire an attractive color scheme. Whatever looks eye-soothing and is original, is a good color scheme. In Proboards, the current fad for color schemes is a lot of light gray with a small amount of a bright color. The same pattern is being followed over and over again, when you can produce an original and attractive color scheme just in a couple of minutes!
What are the basics of a good color scheme for a forum?
But before you start hunting for an arse kicking color scheme, you should know the basics. When you are creating a skin, try not to use more than 2 or 3 colors. You can bring in a couple of other colors for light use, but the majority of the skin should not exceed more than 2 to 3 colors. There should be variations in the colors. Don’t just use several different shades of the same color. That would make the skin very dull and boring. Try to use colors that flow with each other. It’s best to use both dark and light colors together. It gives the skin a balanced value and decreases the chances of people yelling “Oh my Gawd! My eyes! My sweet, Pokemon eyes!”
How do I get an original color scheme?
Now, how do we “invent” a nifty color scheme without much work? It’s as easy as a piece of cake. Here is what I would do. First, I will make a mini interface. It can be anything, ranging from a banner to a simple head image. The colors does not matter, it can be changed later. Here’s what I got:
Now, all you have to do is change the colors of the shapes and experiment with it. If you spend enough time on it, you are bound to find some interesting schemes. Here is what I got in a few minutes:
OMG, now there will be nifty forum skins all over PB! Lathaz.
The color scheme is one of the most important factors in producing a decent forum interface/skin. It’s also important that we know the basics and methods of inventing fresh color schemes, if we want to achieve originality. There aren’t many rules that you should follow to acquire an attractive color scheme. Whatever looks eye-soothing and is original, is a good color scheme. In Proboards, the current fad for color schemes is a lot of light gray with a small amount of a bright color. The same pattern is being followed over and over again, when you can produce an original and attractive color scheme just in a couple of minutes!
What are the basics of a good color scheme for a forum?
But before you start hunting for an arse kicking color scheme, you should know the basics. When you are creating a skin, try not to use more than 2 or 3 colors. You can bring in a couple of other colors for light use, but the majority of the skin should not exceed more than 2 to 3 colors. There should be variations in the colors. Don’t just use several different shades of the same color. That would make the skin very dull and boring. Try to use colors that flow with each other. It’s best to use both dark and light colors together. It gives the skin a balanced value and decreases the chances of people yelling “Oh my Gawd! My eyes! My sweet, Pokemon eyes!”
How do I get an original color scheme?
Now, how do we “invent” a nifty color scheme without much work? It’s as easy as a piece of cake. Here is what I would do. First, I will make a mini interface. It can be anything, ranging from a banner to a simple head image. The colors does not matter, it can be changed later. Here’s what I got:
Now, all you have to do is change the colors of the shapes and experiment with it. If you spend enough time on it, you are bound to find some interesting schemes. Here is what I got in a few minutes:
OMG, now there will be nifty forum skins all over PB! Lathaz.