Deep Sky Blue is a bold, vibrant shade in the Vallejo Model Color range. This bright blue stands out for its clarity and intensity, making it a go-to choice for painting skies, energy effects, highlights, and luminous accents on figures or vehicles. With its high pigmentation and matte finish, it works equally well in realistic and fantasy-themed projects.
The paint provides excellent coverage and works beautifully in multiple thin layers. When applied with a damp brush and thinned with water or matte medium, it produces a smooth, streak-free surface. This makes it ideal for techniques like layering, glazing, or building up light sources and reflections on armor or wings.
Within the Model Color palette, Deep Sky Blue pairs beautifully with other blues. Use 70961 Sky Blue as a lighter highlight, or mix with 70951 White for near-luminous tones. For shading and deeper tones, 70925 Blue makes a solid base, while 70930 Dark Blue adds dramatic contrast.
This color is also perfect for modern aircraft or naval color schemes. Pair it with neutral tones like 70870 Medium Sea Grey or 70990 Light Grey for a clean, realistic effect. In fantasy or sci-fi settings, Deep Sky Blue shines as an accent for energy weapons, magical effects, or elemental color schemes for ice, water, or air magic.
The matte finish helps diffuse light naturally—great for highlights and glows. Its fine pigment structure means it won’t clog up textures or fine model details, allowing for crisp, clean results across all scales and surface types.
Packaged in an 18ml r-PET bottle with an eyedropper top, it allows precise dispensing and helps preserve the paint for longer use. The dropper makes it easy to measure consistent amounts with less waste. If the nozzle gets clogged, simply clear it with a needle or toothpick.
Any mistakes or overpainting can be corrected while the paint is still wet using a bit of water or alcohol. This forgiving nature makes it ideal for beginners exploring light techniques or experienced painters refining subtle transitions and atmospheric lighting.
Comparable colors: Federal Standard: 35250; Vallejo Model Air: 71089.
