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What is the difference between "grey" and "gray?"
Hi, Jordan,
They are both the color name between the black and the white. No difference as far as the color itself is concerned. The difference is that grEy is used primarily in UK English speaking regions, whereas gray is used primarily in the U.S.
There are paint manufactures both in the US and UK. The same color made in UK is called grey, whereas the same color made in the US is called gray.
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Judy
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I can answer ALL questions related to watercolor paintings, except appraisal or artist identification. I can answer general questions about oil, acrylic, Chinese painting, and other media. I am NOT an art appraiser at all for any kind. I can only answer questions in aspects of materials, techniques, and critiques. I do NOT have the access to records of auction, painting pricing, or artist files & works, unlike art gallery dealers or art appraisers. I would not know how much an art piece is worth, but I am only an expert in the "art form" but nothing to do with VALUE.
Experience
Professional watercolorist for decades. Knowledgeable about all media, but not in value or pricing.
Education/Credentials
BFA in Fine Art, Painting
MA in Art
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