What colors make blue?
Blue is a primary colour in paint, so no mix of other paints makes it. In printing, cyan and magenta ink make blue.
Blue is a primary colour in paint, so no mix of other paints makes it. In printing, cyan and magenta ink make blue.
Lighter and darker
blue + white · #cad7e6
blue + black · #11263d
Tips
White turns blue into sky or powder blue, black into navy, and a little red moves it towards indigo.
Frequently asked questions
What colors make blue?
Blue is a primary colour in paint, so no mix of other paints makes it. In printing, cyan and magenta ink make blue.
How do I make blue lighter or darker?
Add white for a lighter tint (#cad7e6) and black for a darker shade (#11263d). Add either a little at a time - both shift a mix faster than you expect.
Any tips for mixing blue?
White turns blue into sky or powder blue, black into navy, and a little red moves it towards indigo.
Does this work the same way on a screen?
No. Screens mix light additively, so red and green light make yellow there. These results are for paint, ink and dye, which mix subtractively.