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How did Homer use color in his paintings?

  • Bright, vibrant colors

  • Heavy use of black

  • Contrasting complementary colors

  • Subtle, muted colors

Answer

Homer's paintings are characterized by their subtle, muted colors. He used a limited palette of earth tones and browns, with occasional pops of brighter colors. This palette creates a sense of warmth and intimacy in his paintings, and it also helps to focus the viewer's attention on the figures and objects in the foreground.
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