CG7

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Cool Gray 7

Chen Rui Cool Gray cool

Chen Rui CG7 Cool Gray 7 is a mid gray alcohol marker in the Cool Gray family. It sits in the mid-dark value range, making it well-suited for mid-tone shadows, dark backgrounds, shadow shading. Cool undertones make it well-suited to shadows, skies, and atmospheric depth. Low saturation keeps it grounded and easy to layer.

Mid-tone shadowsDark backgroundsShadow shadingStone texturesConcrete

Marker Facts

Marker Name: Cool Gray 7
Color Family: Cool Gray
Temperature: Cool
Lightness: 41%
Saturation: 4%
Palettes Using This Marker: 0

Suggested Blend Ladder

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

Shadow Side

Cool Gray 8 L32%

Current Marker

Cool Gray 7 L41%

Highlight Side

Cool Gray 6 L51%

Cool Gray 5 L61%

Works Well With

Highlights

Analogous Colors

Complementary Accent

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

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