dryonwet

Dryonwet is a term used in art, particularly in watercolor painting, to describe a technique where paint is applied to dry paper. This method contrasts with the "wet-on-wet" technique, where paint is applied to wet paper. When using dryonwet, the artist has more control over the application of color and can create sharper edges, more defined shapes, and finer details. The paint tends to sit on the surface of the paper rather than bleeding into it, allowing for a more opaque and controlled appearance. This technique is often used for rendering textures, creating precise lines, and building up layers of color. Artists may use various brushes and water-to-pigment ratios to achieve different effects within the dryonwet approach. It is a fundamental technique that allows for a wide range of expressive possibilities in watercolor and other water-based media. The success of dryonwet relies on the artist's ability to manage the amount of water on their brush and the pressure applied to the paper.