Motion Graphics Color Theory for Motion Graphics 2

Question 1

What does an 'analogous' color scheme consist of?

Accepted Answer

Colors adjacent to each other on the color wheel

Answer

An analogous color scheme uses colors that sit next to each other on the color wheel, creating harmonious and pleasing combinations.

Question 2

In After Effects, what does the Lumetri Color panel primarily provide?

Accepted Answer

Color grading and correction controls for footage

Answer

The Lumetri Color panel in After Effects provides professional color grading tools including exposure, contrast, curves, HSL, and color wheels.

Question 3

What is the difference between 'tint' and 'shade'?

Accepted Answer

Tint adds white; shade adds black

Answer

A tint is created by adding white to a hue (making it lighter), while a shade is created by adding black (making it darker).

Question 4

What is a 'LUT' used for in motion graphics color work?

Accepted Answer

Look-Up Table that maps input color values to output values for color grading

Answer

A LUT (Look-Up Table) is a preset color transformation that maps input color values to output values, enabling consistent or stylized color grading.

Question 5

What does '32-bit color mode' offer in After Effects?

Accepted Answer

Higher color precision with floating-point values, supporting HDR and finer gradients

Answer

32-bit (float) color mode in After Effects supports values above 1.0 for HDR, providing much finer color precision and eliminating banding in gradients.

Motion Graphics Practice Test

Motion Graphics Practice Test

Motion Graphics Color Theory for Motion Graphics 2