Tints, Tones, and Shades
Students will learn to mix tints (adding white), tones (adding grey), and shades (adding black) to a hue, understanding how value changes affect color perception.
Key Questions
- Explain how adding white, black, or grey alters the perceived intensity and mood of a color.
- Differentiate between a tint, tone, and shade of a single hue through practical mixing.
- Design a monochromatic painting that effectively utilizes tints and shades to create form.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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