Color Wheel Tools for Painters & Artists

Color Wheel Tools for Painters & Artists

Whether you’re mixing acrylics for a model, choosing inks for illustration, or teaching color theory, a color wheel is the quickest way to visualize hue relationships and pick harmonious palettes. This collection features the portable, interactive wheel by Color Wheel Co., a studio staple trusted by painters and hobbyists for decades.

What a color wheel helps you do

A color wheel places primary, secondary, and tertiary hues in a circle so you can see how colors interact at a glance. With built-in windows and reference scales, the Color Wheel Co. tool makes it easy to compare complements, split-complements, triads, and analogous schemes without guesswork.

At a glance, you can:

  • Check complementary pairs to boost contrast in highlights and shadows.

  • Build triadic or analogous palettes that feel balanced and intentional.

  • Preview tints, tones, and shades to plan mixing and desaturation.

Who it’s for

Painters, miniature and scale modelers, illustrators, students, and teachers who want consistent, repeatable color decisions. It’s also great for workshop kits thanks to the sturdy, wipeable construction and clear labeling.

How to use it with your paints

Start with your target hue on the outer ring, rotate the inner wheel to reveal recommended partners, then mix test swatches on your palette. If you’re photographing or painting miniatures, use the wheel to pick a background or accent color that complements your model’s main tone.

Why Color Wheel Co.

The brand’s wheel is compact, durable, and legible, with practical guides printed directly on the tool. It’s a simple upgrade that speeds up color choices and reduces wasted paint.

Shop Color Wheel Tools

Pick up the Color Wheel Co. portable wheel today and keep smarter color decisions at your fingertips.