The First Color Layer: 3 Rules for Successful Large Paintings

This is Part 2 in a 3-part series on planning and building large oil paintings with clarity and control. If you haven't seen Part 1 yet, click here:    • How I Plan Large Oil Paintings (So They Do...   In this video, I focus on the first color layer of light in the indirect oil painting process—an essential stage that lays the foundation for everything that follows. This is where large paintings either gain momentum or start to fall apart. I share practical painting tips and three key guidelines for laying in color without overworking, helping your painting stay cohesive as it develops. This stage is about structure, color relationships, capturing light, and confidence. Part 3 will focus on refining and finishing the painting. Find more resources for painters at https://www.poffstudio.com/ View my art at https://www.tamarapoff.com/home