Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

velatura

noun

vɛləˈtʊərə

Definition

A thin, translucent glaze applied over a base color in painting, particularly in oil painting.

Examples

Artists often employ velatura techniques to achieve a luminous quality in their landscapes.
The painter used a velatura to soften the contrasts in the portrait.
By applying a velatura of blue over the orange, she created a vibrant sunset effect.

Meaning

Velatura is primarily used to modify the color or tone of a painting while allowing the underlying color to show through, creating depth and richness.