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Apricot

Caran d'Ache Luminance 041 Apricot is a light vivid orange colored pencil in the Orange family. It sits in the lighter value range, making it well-suited for skin tones, warm earth, sunset. Warm undertones suit skin work, earth tones, and warm-light scenes.

Orange family Warm temperature 67% lightness
Skin tonesWarm earthSunsetTerracottaAutumn leaves
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Marker Facts

Marker Name
Apricot
Color Family
Orange
Temperature
Warm
Lightness
67%
Saturation
98%
Palettes Using This Marker
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Suggested Blend Ladder

Orange 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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