Color Information
HEX
#DC3058
RGB
220, 48, 88
LAB
49.5, 66.5, 19.8
Product Code
null
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Fluorescent Red by Vallejo (ΔE 3.6)
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Carmine Dragon catalog data
More from Army PainterCarmine Dragon by Army Painter (product code null) is cataloged as contrast, transparent, Speedpaint Set 2.0 in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #DC3058, RGB 220/48/88, and CIELAB 49.5/66.5/19.8. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 12 related catalog colors for this paint. ΔE measures the distance between the listed digital color values only; it does not describe opacity, finish behavior, or how the paint covers a surface. Cross-class matches, such as metallic against conventional paint, are shown as digital color only and are never presented as verified substitutes.
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Technical Color Analysis
Carmine Dragon is a warm vibrant red with medium value (L*: 49.5). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 69.4), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium
warm
Highly Saturated
Balanced midtone suitable for base coats and general coverage across various subjects.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Intense, eye-catching color. Use strategically for maximum impact on key areas.
Recommended Undercoats
White or Off-white
Contrast paints require bright primers for their unique pooling effect to work properly
Zenithal (Black base + White highlights)
Creates natural pre-shading that contrast paints will enhance
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Medium value with good saturation - ideal starting point for layering
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a base in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
Layering Tips
- Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
- Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
- Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers