Overpainting

Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvɝˈpeɪnˈtɪŋ/

Overpainting (noun)

  1. The act of adding new paint over an existing layer on a canvas.

Examples

  • Overpainting can enhance the depth of a painting.
  • Overpainting is a technique used in art to add layers.

Common collocations: apply overpainting, master overpainting, experiment with overpainting

Synonyms of Overpainting

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Overpainting

  • refers to the initial layer of paint applied before overpainting.