Visual Design Principles: Color
This video covers best practices for using color.
Color Names – HTML Color Codes
Modern browsers support 140 HTML color names which arelisted here along with their Hex color codes and RGB values.
Coolors – Color Palette Generator
Generate or browse color combinations.
Color wheel, a color palette generator | Adobe Color
Using Color to Convey Information | Harvard University
Color is a powerful visual means of presenting or distinguishing information, but when you use color to identify or distinguish information, make sure that this information is still available to people who can't perceive color.
Avoiding the Use of Color Alone to Convey Meaning and Algorithms That Help | Pressbooks
Mangroves Eco Poster
Why it's good: (1) The semi-transparent overlays on the left help the text stand out. And since the overlays are colored to match the background, they don’t look too stark. (2) The colors in the design match the logo, which helps tie the two pieces together. (3) Artfully-done gradient adds some perspective to this flat design.
12 Ways to Increase Your Influence at Work
Good example of consistency and how simple, monochrome colors can be impactful.