The use of one colour in a painting is known as

Source: JAMB · 2024

The use of one colour in a painting is known as

  1. Monobase
  2. Monochrome ✓
  3. Monogram
  4. Monotype
Explanation

Monochrome means one color in different shades. Artists use light and dark values of one hue. This creates unified, harmonious works.

Monograms are initials combined in design. Monotype is a printing technique. Monochrome specifically describes single-color artwork.

Black and white photography is monochrome. Sepia-toned paintings are too. The technique emphasizes tone over color variety.

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