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Cool Gray 5

OLO Neutral Gray neutral

OLO CG5 Cool Gray 5 is a dark muted blue alcohol marker 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 36% lightness

Mid-tone shadowsDark backgroundsShadow shadingStone texturesConcrete

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Marker Facts

Marker Name: Cool Gray 5
Color Family: Neutral Gray
Temperature: Neutral
Lightness: 36%
Saturation: 9%
Palettes Using This Marker: 0

Suggested Blend Ladder

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

Shadow Side

Red Gray 6 L33%

Neutral Gray 5 L35%

Current Marker

Cool Gray 5 L36%

Highlight Side

Red Gray 5 L42%

Warm Gray 5 L42%

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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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