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Feb, 2026
What Should the First Layer of an Oil Painting Be?
The first layer of an oil painting should be a thin, neutral underpainting-usually burnt umber-to establish values and light before adding color. This foundational step prevents cracking, muddiness, and loss of luminosity in later layers.
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