flatwash
/ˈflætwɑʃ/
noun
- A painting technique in which a single, even layer of diluted paint is applied to a surface, often used in watercolor or miniature painting to create a uniform background or base color.
- The artist used a flatwash to cover the sky area with a smooth blue color.
- For the base coat, apply a flatwash of light gray before adding details.
- In miniature painting, a flatwash helps create a clean foundation for shading.
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