Glazing is a painting technique that involves applying thin, transparent layers of paint over thoroughly dried opaque layers. This approach allows for a beautiful interplay of light and color, creating depth, luminosity, and subtle effects that enhance the overall composition. By layering transparent pigments, I can achieve intricate and rich tones that give the artwork a radiant glow.

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Why It Matters

Glazing gives wedding paintings an extraordinary luminosity, adding a stained-glass-like shine and depth that brings out the emotions of the scene. It allows me to adjust colors delicately, build complex tones, and add a richness to the final piece that makes it feel almost alive. The transparency of the glazes works in harmony with the underlying layers, enhancing details and creating a dynamic interplay of light and shadow. This results in a painting that is both visually captivating and emotionally resonant. On my commissioned portraits or live wedding paintings, the glazing technique also allows me, during the retouching session at the studio, to equalize color tones and values without losing the original brushstrokes made during the reception.

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Related Terms

Transparent Layers, Oil Medium, Luminosity in Art, Layering Techniques, Light Effects in Painting.