ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Presentation of Colours

Colors are what we see when light shines on things. Every color has a different name and they can look very different from each other.

When we talk about presenting colors, we mean showing them in a way that makes them look really nice and clear. This is important because colors can make things look pretty, and they can also help us see and understand things better.

There are different things that can affect how colors look when we present them. One of these things is called saturation. Saturation is like the amount of color that is being used. So if a color is very saturated, it means it looks very bright and bold. If it is less saturated, it will look more muted or faded.

Another thing that makes a big difference in presenting colors is the way they are combined. When colors are combined in different ways, they can create different feelings or emotions. For example, if you combine red and yellow, you get orange, which can make us feel happy and excited. But if you combine red and black, you get a dark, sinister feeling.

There are also different color schemes that people use to present colors. These schemes are like the rules about which colors go together and which don't. Some common color schemes are complementary colors, which are colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel and harmonious colors, which are colors that are next to each other on the color wheel.

So, presenting colors is about showing them off in a way that looks nice and makes sense. It's like using a special tool to create a beautiful picture that everyone can enjoy.