Start with the primary colors: red, blue, and yellow
Mix two primary colors to create secondary colors
Red + yellow = orange
Blue + yellow = green
Red + blue = purple
Mix a primary color with a secondary color to create tertiary colors
Add white to lighten a color
Add black to darken a color
Add gray to mute a color
Use small amounts and adjust gradually
Test mixed colors on a palette before applying them
Keep track of color ratios for consistency