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Charcoal Gray

Prismacolor Premier Neutral Gray neutral

Prismacolor Premier PC951 Charcoal Gray is a dark gray colored pencil 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
Charcoal Gray
Color Family
Neutral Gray
Temperature
Neutral
Lightness (HSL)
25%
Saturation (HSL)
0%
Palettes Using This Marker
0

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Complementary Accent

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

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