Complementary Colours
Allan Copson

Complementary Colours

August 2018

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The complementary hues of this post box and rendered wall are perfectly matched. The three elements of differing size and shapes present an interesting contrast, The shadows give a more three dimensional view. Congratulations, this well framed image makes my top ten selection.

Entry 2456569
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Entry 2457640
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This image is a great example of balancing complementary colors. Instead of having the red and green competing with each for dominance they are proportionally sized to create a more pleasing and dynamic balance. The eye pulled from one red flag to the other across the various shades and hues of the undulating green. Very transfixing and well framed, congratulations on making my top ten selection.

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Entry 2462115
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This image with its complementary orange and blue jumps right out at you. Skillfully framed in a dynamic diagonal composition with its contrasting patterns and shapes. One side orderly the other twisted and tangled. The orange has flecks of blue helping the transition from one side to the other. Well spotted and composed and congratulations on being my number one selection

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500 Images entered

Entry 2456668
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Entry 2459008
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Entry 2459261
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Entry 2462088
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Entry 2462981
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One of the very few entries that used a still life table top composition. The colors are carefully matched and arranged with repeating curved elements. Classic use of three elements with threads and buttons. Well framed and composed. Congratulations on making my top ten selection.

342 Photographers

Entry 2464224
279th
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22,797 Ratings

Entry 2458107
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Entry 2467887
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For this contest I would like to see your best images using two complementary colours. These are colors that sit opposite each other on the Colour Wheel. Example: Blue and Orange, Red and Green, Purple and Yellow or any two colors that sit opposite each other on the Colour Wheel (colour circle). Any subject, but make sure that the two complementary colours are dominant.

Entry 2456038
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Entry 2456290
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Entry 2458047
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Entry 2458902
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Entry 2462050
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Entry 2463649
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Entry 2464354
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