Fundamentals
Tint
A tint is a color that has been lightened by adding white to it.
What does tint mean in art?
Adding white to any color creates a tint — for example, adding white to red creates pink. Tints are used to create lighter, softer versions of colors. Understanding tints helps kids expand their color palette and create subtle color variations in their artwork.
Related Terms
Shade
A shade is a color that has been darkened by adding black to it.
Hue
Hue is the pure, base name of a color — such as red, blue, or yellow — without any white, black, or gray added.
Color Theory
Color theory is a set of principles used to understand how colors interact, combine, and affect emotions in art and design.
Value (Art)
Value refers to the lightness or darkness of a color, ranging from white (lightest) to black (darkest).