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Dark Charcoal

Grabie Neutral Gray neutral

Grabie 654 Dark Charcoal is a dark gray alcohol marker in the Neutral Gray family. It sits in the darker 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 25% lightness

Mid-tone shadowsDark backgroundsShadow shadingStone texturesConcrete

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Marker Facts

Marker Name: Dark Charcoal
Color Family: Neutral Gray
Temperature: Neutral
Lightness: 25%
Saturation: 4%
Palettes Using This Marker: 0

Suggested Blend Ladder

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

Shadow Side

Current Marker

Dark Charcoal L25%

Highlight Side

Davy's Gray L59%

Slate Gray L66%

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Analogous Colors

Complementary Accent

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

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