Pictorial Carmine
HEX: #C30B4E | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#C30B4E
195, 11, 78
338°, 94% ,76%
0, 94.36, 60, 23.53
About Pictorial Carmine
Pictorial Carmine (#C30B4E) is a color with RGB(195, 11, 78) and HSL(338.15°, 94.36%, 76.47%). It is commonly associated with Bold, Playful moods. In design, it fits Neon, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #0BC380, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #4EC30B and #0B4EC3. The name comes from Pictorial Carmine (English).
- HEX: #C30B4E
- RGB: 195, 11, 78
- HSL: 338.15°, 94.36%, 76.47%
- Mood: Bold, Playful
- Style: Neon, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #0BC380
- Triadic colors: #4EC30B, #0B4EC3
- The name comes from Pictorial Carmine (English).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #C30B4E from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Carmine itself has a long history, derived from cochineal insects, and was highly valued for its intense red hue. It was used by ancient civilizations and became a significant pigment in European painting from the Renaissance onwards. The addition of 'pictorial' likely serves to differentiate this specific shade or application of carmine, perhaps implying a shade particularly suited for artistic depiction, or a more vibrant, 'picture-perfect' version of carmine. It could also refer to its use in printing or illustration where 'pictorial' elements are key.
First Recorded Use
The exact first use of 'Pictorial Carmine' as a specific color name is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but the concept of 'pictorial' colors (colors suitable for or used in pictures) and 'carmine' (a well-established red pigment) were both prevalent in art and dye industries by the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Color naming conventions became more standardized and descriptive during this period.
Cultural Associations
Carmine colors are widely associated with passion, love, danger, and luxury. In art, carmine has been used to depict rich fabrics, blood, and vibrant natural elements. 'Pictorial Carmine' specifically might evoke a sense of artistic quality or a color that is visually striking and memorable, as if 'pulled from a picture'.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #C30B4E;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #C30B4E;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #C30B4E;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#C30B4E,
#8AFCD2
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#C30B4E,
#8AFCD2
);
}// SCSS variable
$pictorial-carmine: #C30B4E;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$pictorial-carmine-r: 195;
$pictorial-carmine-g: 11;
$pictorial-carmine-b: 78;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $pictorial-carmine;
color: rgba($pictorial-carmine-r, $pictorial-carmine-g, $pictorial-carmine-b, 0.8);
}