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Paint colors look totally different under my new daylight bulbs—should I switch back or adapt?

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I recently swapped out all the bulbs in my studio for daylight LEDs (5000K) hoping they’d give me more natural light to work by. But now, the colors in my paintings look way cooler and less vibrant compared to how they appeared under my old warm incandescent bulbs. I’ve tried adjusting my palette a bit, but it’s tough to predict how the final piece will look once it’s in natural sunlight or under gallery lighting. I want to keep the daylight bulbs because they’re easier on my eyes during long sessions, but I’m worried it’s messing with color accuracy. Has anyone else dealt with a big shift in color perception after changing studio lighting? Would you recommend switching back to warmer bulbs or maybe investing in some kind of adjustable lighting setup?

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