Color Information
HEX
#A70003
RGB
167, 0, 3
LAB
34.4, 58.4, 47.5
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Cochineal Red by Arteza (ΔE 2.3)
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Vermilion catalog data
More from WarcoloursVermilion by Warcolours is cataloged as ink, transparent, Inks for Shading and Glazing in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #A70003, RGB 167/0/3, and CIELAB 34.4/58.4/47.5. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Vermilion is a warm vibrant red with medium-dark value (L*: 34.4). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 75.2), making it ideal for shadows and base layers and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium-Dark
warm
Highly Saturated
Rich midtone leaning darker. Works well as a base coat color or for shaded areas.
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
Grey or Tinted Primer
Allows some control over final tone while paint remains luminous
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Dark value works well for shadow glazes or shading recesses
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a shadow 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