Color Information
HEX
#FDDA9A
RGB
253, 218, 154
LAB
88.6, 3.6, 36.0
Product Code
85.010
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Tulip Yellow catalog data
More from VallejoTulip Yellow by Vallejo (product code 85.010) is cataloged as acrylic, Arte Deco in the orange color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #FDDA9A, RGB 253/218/154, and CIELAB 88.6/3.6/36.0. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Tulip Yellow is a very light warm orange with very light value (L*: 88.6). This warm color has saturated saturation (chroma: 36.2), making it excellent for highlights and focal points and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Very Light
warm
Saturated
Near-white color ideal for extreme highlights, light effects, and maximum contrast points.
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
White or Light Grey
Light colors cover best and show truest over light primers
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Very light value perfect for edge highlights and brightest points
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a highlight 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