Abstract: A fouling release coating for marine vessels includes a first adhesive coating formed from a mixture of silicone elastomer and thinner and a second adhesive coating formed from a mixture of silicone elastomer, release additive, and thinner. When applied by spraying, the first adhesive coating is preferably formed from a mixture of approximately 60% silicone elastomer, approximately 20% hydrocarbon solvent, and approximately 20% silicone fluid. The second adhesive coating is preferably formed from a mixture of approximately 54% silicone elastomer, approximately 20% hydrocarbon solvent, approximately 20% silicone fluid, and approximately 6% release additive. A method for applying the fouling release coating to a marine vessel is also disclosed.