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Gentian violet
Guangna Acrylic 778 Gentian violet is a mid gray acrylic marker in the Neutral Gray family. It sits in the mid-light value range, making it well-suited for neutral shading, fog, overcast skies. 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
53% lightness
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Marker Facts
- Marker Name
- Gentian violet
- Color Family
- Neutral Gray
- Temperature
- Neutral
- Lightness
- 53%
- Saturation
- 5%
- Palettes Using This Marker
- 0
Suggested Blend Ladder
Computed lighter and darker shades from the displayed swatches. Test them on your paper before blending.
Works Well With
Highlights
Shadows
Analogous Colors
Complementary Accent
Opposite on the color wheel. Useful for contrast, focal points, and making warm colors stand out.
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