Colour seminars
Don’t Be
Afraid of Dark
The Art of Dark, Dramatic & Delicious Colour.
Think dark colours make a room feel smaller? Think again! Deep, dramatic colours can transform an ordinary room into something extraordinary.
Don’t Be Afraid of Dark
So why are so many homeowners afraid to use them?
From rich emerald greens and midnight blues to decadent burgundies, moody plums and delicious chocolate browns, dark colours have the power to create spaces that feel intimate, sophisticated and full of personality.
Join Dara Wyton, The Colour Expert, for an inspiring and practical exploration of the darker side of colour. Discover how to choose the right deep hues, understand undertones, work with lighting and combine dark colours with beautiful textures, patterns and contrasting accents.
Learn how to create a dramatic feature wall, embrace colour drenching or transform an entire room with confidence.
Deep hues, done right
How to choose dark colours that suit your light and finishes.
Undertones in the dark
Reading greens, blues, reds, purples and dark neutrals.
Light and reflection
Using lighting, texture and finishes to make dark rooms glow.
Feature wall or all in?
When to go bold on one wall — and when to drench the room.
What you’ll take away
The confidence to go dark — beautifully.
Whether you’re considering a dramatic bedroom, a moody dining room or a bold living space, you’ll leave with the inspiration and practical knowledge to see dark colours in a whole new light.
- Choose dark paint colours that work with your home’s lighting and finishes.
- Understand undertones in deep greens, blues, reds, purples and neutrals.
- Create rich colour combinations that feel intentional and balanced.
- Use lighting, texture and reflective finishes to enhance dark interiors.
- Decide when to use a feature wall and when to go all in.
- Overcome the fear of dark colours and discover your own bold style.
Life is too short to play it safe with colour!
Dara Wyton, The Colour Expert
The Colour Edit
Tips, inspiration and a little more colour for your everyday life.