What You Need to Know About Color Theory for Painting

Use worksheet to create a 'Color Triangle'

This article by Marion Boddy-Evans (About.com Guide) answers the following basic color theory questions.

What Happens When You Mix Primary Colors?
Aren't There Different Blues, Reds, and Yellows?
Which Specific Primary Colors Should You Use?
Why Do I Need to Know About Warm and Cool Colors?
Why Can't I Add White to Lighten a Colour?
Why Can't I Add Black to Darken a Color?