The invention relates to a method for producing a multicolored surface on a ceramic element or glass by means of the drop-like application of variously colored primary ceramic process color inks containing a carrier fluid onto at least one portion of a surface of the ceramic element or glass, wherein mixed colors are produced by printing on top of one another at least two primary process color inks, and the subsequent firing of the applied ink drops. At least one (photo)oligomerizable or (photo)polymerizable additive is added to the primary ceramic process color inks. Prior to printing over an ink drop with another ink drop the ink drop is hardened at least partly or its viscosity is increased.