Contrasting or Complementary Colours

My quest as a photographer is to seek out colour contrasts and reflections which often leads to a fascinating journey into the world of visual storytelling. Colour contrasts create striking images by highlighting the difference between hues, while reflections add layers of depth and intrigue to a photograph. Together, they can evoke emotions, draw attention to certain elements, or even transform the mundane into something surreal.

These image were taken on a walk through the Co Down town of Comber.  The street featured is a place I visit often, returning to the same backdrop that I know works in the hope that something will happen and one this visit two opportunities presented themselves.  Red and blue are on the opposite side from each other on the colour wheel, making them complementary.  These contrasts make the image pop to produce a vibrant image, as can be seen from the image featured a bright red car.

Two women standing talking also caught my eye when I noticed that the one wearing a blue cardigan is of the same hue as the blue in the fingerprint mural on the gable end, a nice touch.  On my return walk passing the same location I noticed a small boy riding a bicycle, I knew when he reached the cafe’s bicycle prop the contrast between the two might make a pleasing image.

In conclusion the main lessons to take away is to be alert for colour combinations within the frame and to return to know locations that have pleasing features to maximise the chance of seeing things happen.