Creative Inspiration: 5 Painting Color Palettes Inspired by Nature

Creative Inspiration: 5 Painting Color Palettes Inspired by Nature

Need some color inspiration! No worries, I got you. :) When I don't know which way to go when it comes to color, I look to nature.

Nature is filled with a vast amount of awe-inspiring color palettes. These color combinations feel so effortless because they are natural. (I mean, Nature's collections of colors were MADE to work together!)
To make your life a tinnnny bit easier, here are 5 nature-inspired palettes I've made for you. Feel free to use or customize these palettes however you like!
 

Vibrant Yet Subtle Oranges

This photo's wide range of warm oranges with additional rosy accents creates a bold yet inviting palette.

bold oranges, yellowsPhoto by Sven King on Unsplash

 

Welcoming Yellows, Blues, and Greens

This analogous color scheme creates a nice balance of warms and cools creating a welcoming atmosphere. 

green ferns with welcoming blue sky and yellow sun

Photo by Jordan Stewart on Unsplash

 

Contrasting Oranges and Blues

These muted oranges paired with vibrant blues and teals create an energizing yet still soothing palette.

aerial view of beach blue green ocean tan beach

Photo by Carles Rabada on Unsplash

  

Playful Pinks, Greens, Blues, and Oranges

These vibrant pinks and oranges paired with muted blues and greens create a balanced palette that is full of life and energy. 

playful pinks blues greens and oranges coral reef ocean

Photo by Milos Prelevic on Unsplash

 

Peaceful Golds

The warm lighting in this photo paints a layer of gold over everything. This creates a harmonious and soothing palette with subtle pops of green and orange. 

golden hour light tree nature Photo by Brandon Green on Unsplash 

 

Have fun creating!

 

- Kelli :) 

 

 

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