Washes AND GLAZES
A watercolour wash is a thin application of pigment mixed with water; there are many types, each with unique effects. A glaze is when a wash is placed over existing dried washes to strengthen colour and tone.
The transparency created by layering and mixing colours is unique to watercolour painting and, with a bit of practice, can produce beautiful results. Both washes and glazes require the same three ingredients: water, pigment, and paper.
The strength of a wash will vary depending
