A Fantastic Play on Color
Artwork: Fantastic Four Teaser Poster
Color Harmony: Stretched Between Harmonies
Key Color: Cyan-Blue
Link to Palette: Colors on coolors.co
At first glance, this poster seems to rely on a simple complementary color harmony—cyan-blue contrasted with warm orange. But the prominent reddish-pink dress subtly disrupts that balance, stretching the harmony into something more complex.
Rather than fitting neatly into one category, the palette bends between a compressed triadic and a modified split-complementary. The cyan, orange, and reddish-pink form an elongated triangle on the color wheel, creating tension and a sense of imbalance that feels intentional. This mirrors the bold, unconventional color choices often seen in late '60s/early '70s design—a period known for challenging traditional color rules.
The muted warmth of the background adds to the nostalgic feel, evoking vintage print materials where natural fading created unexpected color shifts. It’s a palette that feels both familiar and slightly off-kilter, adding emotional depth to the design.
