Shadow Flesh vs Ruddy Umber

How close are they?

ΔE 10.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ruddy Umber is a little lighter, warmer than Shadow Flesh.

Can I use Ruddy Umber instead of Shadow Flesh?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Ruddy Umber is a little lighter, warmer than Shadow Flesh.

Can I use Shadow Flesh instead of Ruddy Umber?

The same difference applies the other way round: Shadow Flesh is a little darker, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.