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Oxide of Chrome

Castle Arts Soft Touch Neutral Gray neutral

Castle Arts Soft Touch 063 Oxide of Chrome is a mid gray colored pencil in the Neutral Gray family. It sits in the mid-dark value range, making it well-suited for mid-tone shadows, dark backgrounds, shadow shading. Neutral undertones adapt well across both warm and cool color schemes. Low saturation keeps it grounded and easy to layer.

Neutral Gray family Neutral temperature 44% lightness
Mid-tone shadowsDark backgroundsShadow shadingStone texturesConcrete
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Marker Facts

Marker Name
Oxide of Chrome
Color Family
Neutral Gray
Temperature
Neutral
Lightness
44%
Saturation
5%
Palettes Using This Marker
0

Suggested Blend Ladder

Neutral Gray family — layer from shadow to highlight for smooth gradients.

Works Well With

Complementary Accent

Opposite on the color wheel. Useful for contrast, focal points, and making warm colors stand out.

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