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The Psychology of Color in Website Design
by: Robert Zink



Your company is about to invest a great deal of time and money on internet marketing. It is vital that you make a good first impression...

We have a very short time to capture the audience and keep them or have them surf by our website leaving our message lost in cyber space. Your website is your storefront. It is your business suit and your only chance to make a positive first impression.

The choice of design and color are crucial! You have the power to control the mood of your visitors by using the right colors. Human emotions are influenced by color choices. The right combination is essential because it is the first thing we notice and often is the last thing we remember.

General guidelines on color choices are as follows:

White - most sites will look cleaner and better on a white background.

 

Red - power, energy, vitality, importance, excitement.
Green - fertility, money, warmth, growth.
Blue - warmth, calm, content, honesty.
Dark Colors - makes objects seem heavier.
Yellow - spring, cheap, light, bright.

Grays & Browns - somber, serious, foundational. Add red and it tends to become more cheerful.

Color is a powerful weapon. The same two sites done in different colors will yield different results.

We need to give serious thought to color selection. This is vital while the number one choice for corporate products, services and image will determine the most effective color choices for you.

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Robert Zink is President of of Adstar Advertising Inc. & Adstar Web Media. The company specializes in effective web design with support advertising for small to medium-sized companies. 206-686-1044


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