The background is one of the elements of the image that forms the background, as well as the main color on which the object (main subject) of the image is located. The background, ideally, should form a single whole with the subject of the image, be a means of focusing attention on the main thing. A properly selected background does not attract the viewer's attention and does not decorate the main subject. The choice of background for a portrait, still life or other objects (picture, text, website) depends on the nature of the main image, on its color, as well as on the designer's idea.
Instructions
Step 1
When choosing a background for a portrait, be guided by its content. If the portrait suggests a plot, then look for a background that works with the main idea. For example, to depict a child playing, you will need toys and the appropriate entourage - a sandpit, grass or a bright children's rug. The background for a portrait in the interior is dictated by the personality of the person being portrayed - his profession, social status. Choose an interior that matches these characteristics.
Step 2
A portrait in its pure form (without a plot) can be made against a non-objective background (drapery, tinted paper). In this case, proceed from the general color of the person being portrayed (eye color, hair, clothing) - the background color should be in harmony with her. The background can be contrasting, but not flashy, but favorably shading the main figure of the image. A non-objective background can be built on interestingly located light spots.
Step 3
A good option for a portrait can be a natural background, that is, a landscape - natural or urban. A bench in a city park, a view from a window, a sea distance or an evening avenue - choose a background that matches the portrait image, a background, in minor but telling details of which the viewer could read additional details that make the portrait complete and complete.
Step 4
You can use various texture mattes to select the background of a web page. The main rule here is not to fill the text with a pattern, which should be readable against the selected background. Choose smooth light textures with small patterns without noticeable "seams". Light or colored text on a black background is very difficult to read. A lighted image that carries a semantic load corresponding to the content of the site can also serve as a substrate for the site.
Step 5
There are rules for the harmonious combination of colors. They are also used when selecting a background for various objects (objects, photographs, texts). The pairs of so-called complementary colors and all kinds of their shades are ideally combined with each other. Complementary colors are located opposite each other on the color wheel. Related colors go well, such as brown, gold and beige. Black and white work well with any color. Determine the predominant color of the object you are matching the background to, and choose a background color that blends in harmoniously with it.
