Vallejo Squidmar Colour Squid Orange 211 – 18ml
Vallejo Squidmar Colour Squid Orange (74.211) is an orange model paint supplied in an 18ml size. Part of Vallejo’s Squidmar Colour range, this individually named colour is identified by manufacturer reference 74.211.
Orange has plenty of uses in miniature painting, particularly on fantasy characters, imaginary creatures and models featuring colourful equipment. Squid Orange provides a specific colour choice for projects where orange is part of the planned appearance, from prominent painted areas to smaller decorative details.
Fantasy Miniatures and Character Details
Fantasy miniatures often combine several colours across clothing, armour and equipment. Orange can be used to distinguish particular features, establish a character’s identity or introduce a repeated colour across a group of figures.
Squid Orange is worth considering for robes, tunics, cloaks and decorative clothing details. It can also form part of a fantasy character’s equipment, including painted shields, armour panels and ornamental accessories.
For miniature armies, repeating the same orange on selected clothing or equipment helps establish a common colour scheme. Individual figures can still have different details while sharing a recognisable colour.
Creatures and Imaginary Subjects
Fantasy and science-fiction creatures offer considerable freedom when choosing colours. Orange can feature on fictional skin, scales, markings and other details, depending on the appearance intended for the subject.
Squid Orange is a natural colour to consider for imaginary sea creatures, tentacled monsters and other fantasy subjects featuring orange. The Squid Orange name also makes it easy to identify when planning a creature-themed painting project.
For models with several repeated features, such as tentacles or scales, using a consistent colour across selected areas can help bring the design together.
Science-Fiction Models and Equipment
Orange is also a useful colour choice for fictional vehicles, machinery and science-fiction miniatures. Painted panels, equipment casings, armour sections and decorative markings can all incorporate orange as part of their design.
Squid Orange may be used for larger painted sections or individual details, according to the intended colour scheme. Repeating the colour on related pieces of equipment can give a group of fictional models a consistent appearance.
Scenery and Decorative Modelling
Miniature scenery often includes painted objects, architectural details and decorative features. Orange can be incorporated into fantasy buildings, imaginary machinery, banners and other scenery elements.
Using Squid Orange on selected scenery details can also establish a colour connection with nearby figures. This is particularly relevant for themed miniature displays where the models and their surroundings share common colours.
Part of the Vallejo Squidmar Colour Range
Squid Orange belongs to the Vallejo Squidmar Colour range, a collection of individually named and numbered model paints.
The colour is numbered 211 and carries manufacturer reference 74.211. This reference distinguishes Squid Orange from other colours in the range and provides a consistent identifier when returning to an established miniature painting project.
Product Details
- Manufacturer: Vallejo
- Range: Squidmar Color
- Colour name: Squid Orange
- Colour number: 211
- Colour family: Orange
- Product type: Model paint
- Size: 18ml
- Manufacturer reference: 74.211
Supplied individually in an 18ml size, Vallejo Squid Orange 74.211 provides an identifiable orange colour for miniature figures, fantasy creatures, science-fiction subjects and decorative modelling details.






