Easy Tutorial on the Seven-Layer Oil Painting Technique: Secrets of the Old Masters

Welcome back to my channel! In this video, I’ll share how to use the seven-layer oil painting technique—a traditional Flemish method that allowed the old masters to create stunning color effects. We’ll explore the principles of color perception, understand why using a neutral background helps us judge colors more accurately, and reveal how to use transparent and opaque layers in oil painting. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this tutorial will enhance your painting skills and inspire your creativity. Let’s get started 0:00 - intro 00:46 -COLOR PRECEPTION 02:39 -Imprimatur 05:57 -Burnt Umber underlay 07:41 -Dead underlayer 08:12 -Color layer 09:45 -Demonstration