underdrawing

[US]/ˈʌndəˌdrɔːɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈʌndərˌdrɔɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a preliminary sketch or drawing made before applying paint or color

Phrases & Collocations

initial underdrawing

detailed underdrawing

final underdrawing

preparatory underdrawing

light underdrawing

visible underdrawing

hidden underdrawing

sketchy underdrawing

complex underdrawing

quick underdrawing

Example Sentences

the artist used an underdrawing to plan the composition.

many paintings reveal their underdrawing through x-ray analysis.

understanding the underdrawing can provide insight into the artist's process.

the underdrawing was carefully executed with charcoal.

art conservators often study the underdrawing for restoration purposes.

the underdrawing serves as a guide for the final painting.

she was fascinated by the intricate details of the underdrawing.

artists often make corrections in the underdrawing before painting.

the underdrawing can sometimes be seen through the paint layers.

studying underdrawings can reveal changes made during the creation of the artwork.

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