The wash technique in painting is useful for which effect?

Correct answer: For a light, transparent and even colour effect

In the wash technique, paint is diluted with water and applied in a light, transparent layer on paper or another surface. It is used for even colour effects such as skies, backgrounds and soft tonal transitions. A thick raised texture is associated more with techniques such as impasto. Exam tip: Identify wash technique with diluted colour, transparency and an even layer.