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What is a Monochromatic Color Scheme — Definition, Examples
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# What is a Monochromatic Color Scheme — Definition, Examples

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## Monochromatic Definition

### Define monochromatic color scheme

A monochromatic color scheme can make for an exceptionally stylish look when applied to a film or a television show. When we think "colorful" imagery, we probably image many different colors. But there is plenty of variety within a single hue that can make equally dynamic and colorful images.

To learn more about the different types of color schemes at your disposal as a filmmaker, be sure to read our articles on [complementary](https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-a-complementary-color-scheme-definition/ ""), [analogous](https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-an-analogous-color-scheme-definition/ ""), and [triadic](https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/what-is-a-triadic-color-scheme-definition/ "") color schemes as well.

## MONOCHROMATIC COLOR SCHEME DEFINITION

### What is a monochromatic color scheme?

A **monochromatic color scheme** is a color palette in which a single color tint is used as the basis for all shades and hues found within the image. The shade of color is varied by changes made to the saturation and/or brightness of the base color. White and black are always present as the two extremes on either end of the spectrum for whichever color is chosen for the monochromatic color scheme.

## Monochromatic Scheme Characteristics

- Based upon a single color
- Includes the various shades and hues of the base color
- Black and white can be present

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## Example of a monochromatic color scheme

### What does a monochromatic color scheme look like?

Monochromatic color combinations can create a unified look for a piece of work. There is no limitation as far as choosing which color to build your monochromatic color scheme around. Any tint can be chosen as the base color for your color scheme, with its associated shades filling out the rest of your monochromatic colors.

All black and white films fall into the monochromatic category. Black and white are present at the extremes of each and every color, meaning solid black and white can be included in a monochromatic scheme built around any color. The various shades between black and white in the absence of other colors make up the grayscale look that black and white films employ.

![The monochromatic look of Angry Men](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

#### Monochromatic color combinations begin with black and white

The word “monochromatic” derives from the root words “mono,” meaning one, and “chroma,” meaning color. It is important to keep in mind that while a monochromatic color scheme is built entirely around a single color, that does not mean that it is built around a single shade.

Varying the shades through changes to the brightness and saturation of the base color is key in providing an image with depth and visual appeal.

![The monochromatic color scheme of The Matrix](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

#### An example of a monochromatic color scheme in The Matrix

[_The Matrix_](https://www.studiobinder.com/tag/the-matrix/ "") is built around a monochromatic color scheme with green as the focus color, but you can find a great deal of variance within the values of green found in each frame.

The following video showcases a number of film color schemes and underscores the unifying characteristics of a monochromatic approach.

#### What are monochromatic colors?  •  Color psychology in film

Color has a massive impact on the way in which viewers perceive any given image. The impact can be aesthetic in nature but can often be a subconscious, psychological effect as well.

## What are monochromatic colors?

### Why use a mono color scheme?

The psychology of color can hold significant influence over the response to an image. Certain colors can evoke particular subconscious reactions when utilized properly. To understand this subconscious relationship and learn how to make the best use of these psychological effects in storytelling, we need an understanding of color theory.

#### A Ted Talk on the psychology of color

When utilizing colors for their psychological effects, a filmmaker can determine their own color associations as established within the film, or they can rely on the pre-established associations for particular colors. Whether you realize it or not, certain colors evoke certain psychological responses in the human brain at a subconscious level.

These pre-determined associations have been re-inforced throughout generations of storytelling for both the subconscious associations and for the thematic relevance. Refer to the helpful chart below for some of the most common responses associated with particular colors.

![The psychology of color visualized](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

#### What are monochromatic colors?  •  The psychology of color visualized

The limits of color in storytelling are boundless. It is true that there are plenty of films that disregard color as a creative choice. Or they opt instead for a color scheme that purely represents our real-world and nothing more. There are also countless examples of excellent films which make color a key element of their overall style and meaning. This tribute to color in storytelling showcases the power of meaningful color scheme choices.

Consider the work of an [_auteur_ director](https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/auteur-theory/ "") like [Wes Anderson](https://www.studiobinder.com/tag/wes-anderson/ ""). He uses color in a very interesting way — to balance sad characters and dark subjects with bright and saturated color palettes. For more, check out our video on this theory.

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## Monochromatic color scheme examples

### Monochromatic color scheme examples

Now that we have a clear understanding of the what and why of monochromatic color schemes, let’s take a look at a few monochromatic color scheme examples in action in movies and TV shows.

As we saw earlier, Wes Anderson is a master of color palettes, and nowhere has he better utilized the monochromatic color scheme than in his 2014 film [_The Grand Budapest Hotel_](https://www.studiobinder.com/tag/the-grand-budapest-hotel/ ""). For further analysis, check out our article on [the color palettes of Wes Anderson.](https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/wes-anderson-color-palette/ "")

![Stunning use of a monochromatic color palette](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

#### Wes Anderson is a color palette master  •  What are monochromatic colors?

[Denis Villeneuve](https://www.studiobinder.com/tag/denis-villeneuve/ "") is another modern master of the color palette. We have a full post all about [how Denis Villeneuve crafts the color palettes](https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/movie-color-palette-denis-villeneuve/ "") of his films that you can check out for a more detailed breakdown of his color usage.

Villeneuve has covered the gamut of color schemes from bright and saturated in _[Blade Runner 2049](https://www.studiobinder.com/tag/blade-runner-2049/ "")_ to grim and desaturated in [_Prisoners_](https://www.studiobinder.com/tag/prisoners/ ""). But his most psychologically driven monochromatic color palette can be found in his 2014 thriller [_Enemy_](https://www.studiobinder.com/tag/enemy/ ""). The bold yellow color scheme of _Enemy_ is a key part of the enveloping sense of dread Villeneuve crafted for the film.

#### A monochromatic color scheme contributes to the sense of dread

Zhang Yimou’s 2018 action, drama _The Shadow_ features stunning cinematography with a bold black-and-white monochromatic color scheme despite not actually being shot in black and white. _The Shadow_ is shot and presented in color but every single location, set, wardrobe choice, and production design element was carefully designed to match the black and white aesthetic of yin and yang.

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[_Hero_](https://www.studiobinder.com/tag/hero/ "") was another Zhang Yimou film that pushed the limits of a monochromatic color scheme to new heights. The film made use of multiple mono color schemes throughout its runtime, progressing through each color palette in accordance with the progression of the different chapters of the story. Each section of the film is assigned a specific monochromatic color scheme to best represent the themes and perspective of that specific segment.

![Heros Color segment](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

#### Hero’s color segments

Another Netflix original series to feature a striking monochromatic color scheme is [_Ozark_](https://www.studiobinder.com/tag/ozark/ ""). Anyone who has seen _Ozark_ instantly associates the show with the color blue. Everything, including the green foliage of the environment and the skin tones of the actors, is tinted blue.

![Ozark is washed in blue](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

#### Ozark is washed in blue

There are truly no limits when it comes to using color in bold and creative ways. Explore the thematic and psychological effects of color in your own film projects, and continue learning about color theory with the rest of our articles on color schemes.

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### What is an Analogous Color Scheme?

Now that you can answer the question “what is a monochromatic color scheme,” continue your color education with our article all about analogous color schemes. A knowledge of both monochromatic and analogous color schemes is essential for any type of visual artist.

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