Color Information
HEX
#4A3901
RGB
74, 57, 1
LAB
24.9, 1.8, 33.7
Product Code
9157
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Olive Shadow catalog data
More from ReaperOlive Shadow by Reaper (product code 9157) is cataloged as acrylic, Master Series Paints Core Colors in the yellow color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #4A3901, RGB 74/57/1, and CIELAB 24.9/1.8/33.7. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Olive Shadow is a dark warm yellow with dark value (L*: 24.9). This warm color has saturated saturation (chroma: 33.7), making it ideal for shadows and base layers and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Dark
warm
Saturated
Deep color ideal for shadow areas, recesses, and providing contrast against lighter tones.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Rich, vivid color with strong presence. Good for focal points and vibrant subjects.
Recommended Undercoats
Black or Dark Grey
Dark colors can use fewer coats over dark primers
Grey
Neutral option if you want slightly easier corrections
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Very dark value makes this ideal for deepest shadows and lining
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a shadow in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
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