Raw Umber vs Ink Black Green

How close are they?

ΔE 14.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ink Black Green is a little darker, more saturated than Raw Umber.

Can I use Ink Black Green instead of Raw Umber?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Ink Black Green is a little darker, more saturated than Raw Umber.

Can I use Raw Umber instead of Ink Black Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Raw Umber is a little lighter, more muted.

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.