First, ditch the fancy palettes and grab what’s already in your swamp—deep greens, earthy browns, and a splash of that bright, splashy yellow from a sunny day. Mix in a little crimson if you want drama, but keep it bold, not washed out. The trick is to match the mood: a sad meme gets that muted, stormy blue; a goofy one deserves a neon green or hot pink to make it pop. Then, throw a little contrast on top—bright outlines or a subtle glow. And remember, memes are about feeling, not perfection. If it makes folks laugh and you feel good about it, you’ve got the right hue.