Wet-on-wet painting

Wet-on-wet painting is a technique where wet paint is applied onto a wet surface, allowing colors to blend and merge directly on the canvas. This method creates soft edges and allows for smoother transitions of color, resulting in a fluid, spontaneous style. Often used in oil painting, it can also be applied in watercolor techniques. Artists favor this approach for its ability to produce vibrant and dynamic effects, making it ideal for capturing atmosphere, light, and emotion in a piece. It contrasts with the wet-on-dry technique, where wet paint is applied to a dry surface for more defined lines.