Grandma's Photo Album (bolder)

Grandma's Photo Album (bolder) color palette: A bolder take on “Grandma's Photo Album”: richer colors and deeper shadows. Faded peach, olive and denim on old…

A bolder take on “Grandma's Photo Album”: richer colors and deeper shadows. Faded peach, olive and denim on old cream paper.

Colors

  • background: #F1E4D1
  • main: #DC9468
  • secondary: #948247
  • accent: #6484A8
  • shadow: #3A2B24

Coloring tips

  • Shade the main color (#DC9468) with the shadow color (#3A2B24): color light first, then add the dark only in the deepest spots.
  • Keep the background (#F1E4D1) for the lightest parts and highlights, or leave the paper white there.
  • Use the accent (#6484A8) sparingly, on small spots that should catch the eye.
  • Blend the second color (#948247) into the main color (#DC9468) for a soft transition.
  • Blend while the ink is still wet, from dark to light, with small circles or short strokes.

A variant of Grandma's Photo Album.

Theme: Moods & Emotions.