Watercolor: meaning, definitions and examples

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watercolor

 

[ หˆwษ”หtษ™rหŒkสŒlษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

art technique

Watercolor is a painting method in which the paints are made of pigments suspended in a water-based solution. This technique is known for its translucency and fluidity, allowing artists to create delicate washes of color. The paint is typically applied to paper, and the water allows for the colors to blend seamlessly. Watercolor paintings can range from highly detailed works to more abstract designs. The medium is particularly valued for its ability to convey light and atmosphere, making it a popular choice among landscape artists.

Synonyms

aquarelle, water media, water paint.

Examples of usage

  • She created a beautiful landscape with watercolor.
  • The watercolor technique gave the painting a soft look.
  • I prefer sketching in watercolor over oil paints.

Translations

Translations of the word "watercolor" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น aquarela

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคฒ เคฐเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Aquarell

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ cat air

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะบะฒะฐั€ะตะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ akwarela

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆฐดๅฝฉ็”ป

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท aquarelle

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ acuarela

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sulu boya

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ˆ˜์ฑ„ํ™”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูƒุฑูŠู„ูŠูƒ ู…ุงุฆูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ akvarel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ akvarela

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฐดๅฝฉ็”ป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ akvarel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vatnslit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ััƒ ะฑะพััƒั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒงแƒšแƒ˜แƒก แƒกแƒแƒฆแƒ”แƒ‘แƒแƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ su rษ™ngi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ acuarela

Etymology

The term 'watercolor' has its roots in the mid-18th century, derived from the combination of 'water' and 'color'. The use of water-based pigments dates back to ancient civilizations, where early artists utilized plant-based dyes dissolved in water for their artwork. The popularity of watercolor as a standalone art medium surged during the Renaissance period, particularly in Europe, where artists like Albrecht Dรผrer and later J.M.W. Turner adopted and refined the technique. By the 18th century, watercolor became a respected medium for both formal and informal studies in art academies, leading to its establishment as a significant category within the art world. The advent of portable watercolor sets in the 19th century made this technique accessible to a broader audience, promoting the practice of painting outdoors, known as 'en plein air'. Today, watercolor is celebrated for its versatility and has influenced various forms of modern art.