Start with 8-12 colors (not 80)
Big marker sets are fun, but cohesive pages usually use a small palette. Start with a limited set of colors and reuse them across the whole page.
Use the 60/30/10 rule
- 60%: main colors (backgrounds, big shapes).
- 30%: secondary colors (clothes, props).
- 10%: accents (tiny pops that make the page sing).
Neutrals make everything easier
Keep a small neutral pack: warm gray, cool gray, a brown, and a deep shadow. Neutrals tie palettes together and make shading consistent.
Reuse palettes across pages
If you love the 'cozy' look, reuse the same palette across multiple pages. Kolorio AI palettes are built for this: save a palette, then reuse it when you colorize new pages so your whole book feels consistent.
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