Photogenic 5010-10 is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #447087, LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marine Bay from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #447087 · 5010-10
Photogenic
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Photogenic Technical Profile
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Photogenic in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Photogenic in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPhotogenic
Nearly identical
KilzMarine Bay
Marine Bay
Kilz
Nearly identical
Crashing Waves
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Down Pour
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rain Shower Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lake Stream
Behr
Nearly identical
Santa Monica Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Tory Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tory Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Smoke Blue
PPG
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Photogenic
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Photogenic
#447087
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#666E98
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Photogenic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Photogenic Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Photogenic.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Photogenic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Photogenic have?
Photogenic by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Photogenic in your own space before committing.
What colors match Photogenic from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Photogenic are Marine Bay by Kilz (a near-identical match), Crashing Waves by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Down Pour by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Photogenic'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 Photogenic?
Photogenic has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Photogenic's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.