First, the layer is made up of one color such as Gamblin which
has mirror like appearance. The painters were advised to use
Gamsol odorless mineral spirits and a little amount of Galkyd
Lite for thinning of the layer. Translucent colors are used for developing the middle layer in addition
to the radiant colors. Richness is imparted to the surface
of the opaque layer by transforming it in to fine glaze layer
which is made possible by Zinc White.
In general, all the painting mediums are considered
to be very thick. The method of painting from dark surface
to light surface is known as Leonardo method and from
light surface to dark surface is Rubens method.
The step followed in direct painting is, only once
the paint is applied properly and correctly. Planning
is the fundamental step in direct painting due to the
involvement of selection of color and shape simultaneously.
To achieve light to dark surface, with the help of
the brush long stroke marks are made and then short
mark is made.
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Scumbling is acquired by dry brush and scrubbing is done
in different directions. In some of the fields dual method
of painting is used, to get the desired effect.
The other techniques involved in the paintings are given as follows.
Texture is obtained by the application of thick layers. The glaze of color that refines the surface before the application of painting is known as Imprimatura.
Light areas are glazed with the shadows. The surface transformation
from light surface to dark surface is achieved very slowly with the
help of transitions. Also paintings are done with Gamblin Radiant
colors. The term Ground is used in oil painting. The aesthetic appearance
to the surface is achieved by varnishing process. These are some
of the basics of paintings technique. |
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