Underpainting is a technique in which an initial layer of paint is applied to a canvas before adding subsequent layers. It provides a foundation for the artwork, establishing values, tones, and overall color scheme.
Glazing: A technique where transparent layers of paint are applied over dry underpainting to create depth and luminosity.
Imprimatura: A thin, colored layer applied to a canvas before starting the underpainting process.
Dead Layer: An opaque layer of paint used in some traditional painting techniques to establish values and tones before applying subsequent layers.
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