Citadel Contrast: Bad Moon Yellow (18ml) – 2022
A punchy, vibrant yellow Contrast paint that gives you basecoat + shading + highlights in one pass—made for fast, high-impact yellows without the usual layering struggle.
 
What it does
One-coat Contrast effect: settles darker in recesses and lighter on raised areas for instant depth.
Water-based acrylic formula (easy cleanup, easy control).
Designed to be used over a light Contrast undercoat for best vibrancy.
 
How to use
Prime with a light undercoat (Contrast-style).
Apply a generous, even coat and guide pooling away from flat panels before it dries.
Let it dry fully, then add edge highlights if you want a sharper “parade-ready” finish.
 
Best for
Yellow armor panels, cloth, banners, helmets
Hazard accents, symbols, lenses, warm “glow” setups
Speedpainting armies where you want readable yellow fast
 
Key details
Range: Citadel Contrast Paints
Pot size: 18ml
 
ChalkyDot Tip: For smoother yellow on big flat plates, do two controlled passes: a thinner coat overall, then a second very thin pass only into panel lines/recesses—clean highlights, deeper definition.