Non-photo blue

Non-photo blue is a shade of blue that is used in graphic design and print industry, especially for sketching and writing notes.

This color has a hexadecimal code of #A4DDED and a RGB value of 164, 221, 237.

It is also known as non-repro blue, because it cannot be detected by graphic arts camera film or most scanners.

Non-photo blue is often used by artists, illustrators, and comic book creators to lay down the initial sketch before inking or coloring.

It can also be used by layout editors to write instructions or comments for the printer or the graphic designer.

Non-photo blue pencils, pens, and leads are widely available in various brands and models.

Some examples are Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencil - Non Photo Blue, Staedtler Non-Photo Blue Pencil, and Pilot Color Eno Erasable Lead - Soft Blue.

Non-photo blue is a useful tool for graphic design and print industry, as it allows the user to sketch and write notes without worrying about them appearing in the final image.

It is a very soft cyan color that has a hue angle of 193.2 degrees, a saturation of 67%, and a lightness of 78.6%.

This color is composed of 31% cyan, 7% magenta, 0% yellow, and 7% black in CMYK color space.

It is similar to other colors such as baby blue, powder blue, and sky blue.

• The sky on a clear day.
  Non-photo blue is very similar to the color of the sky, which is why it is sometimes called sky blue.
  The sky appears blue because of the scattering of sunlight by the molecules of the atmosphere.

• The water in a swimming pool.
  Non-photo blue is also close to the color of water, which is why it is often used for water-related themes.
  Water is blue because it reflects the color of the sky and absorbs other colors more strongly.

• The logo of Twitter.
  Non-photo blue is one of the colors used in the logo of the popular social media platform Twitter.
  The logo is a stylized bird that represents the company's mission of giving everyone a voice.
  The color choice may also reflect the sky theme of the company's name.

• The sky on a clear and sunny day, with some white clouds and birds flying by.

• The ocean or a lake, reflecting the light and creating a contrast with the darker shades of blue and green.

• A snowflake or an ice crystal, showing the intricate patterns and details of nature.

• A butterfly or a dragonfly, with their delicate wings and iridescent colors.

• A pair of jeans or a denim jacket, adding a casual and stylish touch to any outfit.

• A sapphire or a turquoise, sparkling with brilliance and elegance.