An image reproduced using just two ink colors blended together, often one dark and one bright, giving a stylish two-tone look.
Synonyms
- two-tone
Related terms
In plain words
- a photo tinted in only two colors
- that two-color photo effect on album covers
Usage example
The event posters ran every headshot as a purple-and-lime duotone for a consistent brand feel.
Don't confuse with…
- monochromeMonochrome uses shades of a single color; duotone mixes two distinct colors across the tonal range.
Categories
- Imagery & illustration