canvas color

[/ˈkænvəs ˈkʌlər/]
nounpl: canvas colors
cor de tela
1. The color of the background or surface on which an artist paints or draws, typically a neutral or light shade
The artist chose a warm canvas color to complement the oil painting.
O artista escolheu uma cor de tela quente para complementar a pintura a óleo.
2. In digital art and design software, the background color of the workspace or document
You can change the canvas color in the settings to reduce eye strain.
Você pode alterar a cor de tela nas configurações para reduzir a fadiga ocular.
3. A beige, cream, or off-white hue that resembles natural canvas fabric
The room was painted in a soft canvas color that felt inviting.
A sala foi pintada em uma cor de tela suave que parecia aconchegante.
Canvas color is a fundamental concept in both traditional and digital art. In Brazil, artists frequently discuss 'cor de tela' when preparing their workspace. The term has gained prominence with digital design software becoming mainstream. In the US, this term is common in art education and design industries, particularly when discussing color theory and workspace setup.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
background colorneutral tonecream colorbeigeoff-white
Antonyms / Antônimos
foreground colorbright colorvivid color

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
cor de tela
Standard term used in art and design contexts
Portugal
cor da tela
Slight variation in preposition usage; equally understood
Technical/Digital
cor do fundo
Used more commonly in digital design and software contexts

Related Words

canvaspaintingdigital artbackgroundpalettepigment

Related Idioms & Phrases

blank canvas
paint the town
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