Pigment transparency

Pigment transparency refers to how much light a pigment allows to pass through it. Transparent pigments let light shine through, making layers appear lighter and allowing colors below to show through. Opaque pigments block most light, resulting in solid, uniform colors. Artists and designers choose pigments based on transparency to achieve specific visual effects, such as layering colors for depth or creating vibrant highlights. Understanding transparency helps in selecting the right materials for painting, printing, and other applications where color interaction is important.