Artistic License MQ5-39 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #453F56, estimated LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is English Violet from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #453F56 · MQ5-39
Artistic License
6%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Artistic License Technical Profile
HEX Code#453F56
RGB69, 63, 86
Estimated LRV5.5
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Artistic License
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Artistic License
#453F56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E5078
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Artistic License
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Artistic License Room Palettes
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Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Artistic License — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Artistic License have?
Artistic License by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Artistic License from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Artistic License are English Violet by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Plum Royale by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Jellied by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Artistic License's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Artistic License?
Artistic License has a estimated lightness value of 5.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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