Colors Combinations

An opening episode about our approach to color, why it matters in design, and how one side project at Obys shaped the way we work with color today.

We break down the fundamentals of color theory — from RGB vs CMYK to the color wheel, hue, saturation, and value — to help you make more conscious and confident color choices.

In this episode, you'll explore how cultural context and trends shape color perception in design. 

We’ll also dive into the emotional impact of various colors and how to effectively apply them across your projects.

In this episode, you'll learn how to use color contrast to improve accessibility and readability in design.

We’ll explore how to balance light and dark colors, check contrast using tools, and apply these techniques to make your designs more effective and inclusive.

In this episode, we’ll dive into the process of selecting and combining colors, sharing insights from our own design projects. 

You’ll learn how we use color theory and real-world examples to create harmonious and impactful color palettes.

In this episode, we’ll explore how color functions in web and interactive design, where it’s not just about static choices but dynamic interactions. 

Drawing from our daily work at Obys, we’ll share tips and tricks for using color to enhance user experience and design engagement effectively.

In this episode, we focus on the crucial role of content in design—how it interacts with the colors we choose, whether it's for a website, app, or branding. 

We’ll share insights on managing both content and color, helping you elevate your projects by ensuring they work seamlessly together.

In this episode, we dive into working with real-world projects, where client colors aren’t always ideal.

We’ll walk you through creating harmonious palettes, assigning function to each color, and working with established brand colors, putting everything we've learned into practice.

In this episode, we focus on long-term color trends that stand the test of time, not fleeting fads. 

You’ll learn how to identify these enduring trends and how to incorporate them into your designs for lasting impact.

In this episode, we focus on honing your ability to spot successful color combinations. 

You'll learn how to draw inspiration from top creatives and apply it to your own projects.

In this episode, we’ll dive into our top recommended resources to help you explore color more deeply and elevate your design skills.

In this episode, we’ll explore how and when to break design rules with color. 

You’ll learn how to push boundaries creatively while still keeping your designs effective and visually impactful.

In this episode, we’ll break down some of the best Obys projects from a color perspective. 

We’ll cover how we chose, reimagined, or adhered to brand colors, and how each approach led to striking design outcomes. Grab a notebook—you’ll want to take notes!

In this episode, we’ll explore common mistakes, poor color choices, and design clichés that can negatively impact your work. 

By analyzing these examples, you’ll learn how to avoid these pitfalls and make smarter color decisions in your own designs.

As a bonus, you will be able to join our private design community with all students and Obys design team.

At the end of the season, we will give you self-study assignments with access to creative design files in Figma.