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What is the primary ingredient used as a vehicle for pigment in the fresco technique?
What is the primary ingredient used as a vehicle for pigment in the fresco technique?
- Alcohol
- Water (correct)
- Oil
- Vinegar
What happens to the painting when the plaster sets in fresco technique?
What happens to the painting when the plaster sets in fresco technique?
- The painting can be easily removed
- The painting fades completely
- The painting remains on the surface
- The painting becomes part of the wall (correct)
Fresco painting is primarily executed on which material?
Fresco painting is primarily executed on which material?
- Wood
- Canvas
- Brick
- Freshly-laid lime plaster (correct)
Which of the following describes the fresco technique?
Which of the following describes the fresco technique?
Which of the following best describes the state of the plaster during the fresco painting process?
Which of the following best describes the state of the plaster during the fresco painting process?
Study Notes
Fresco Technique
- Fresco is a mural painting technique using freshly-laid lime plaster.
- Dry-powder pigment mixed with water is applied to the plaster.
- As the plaster sets, the painting integrates with the wall.
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Test your knowledge on the fresco technique, a traditional mural painting method that combines dry-powder pigments and freshly-laid lime plaster. Learn about how this artistic process integrates paintings with walls as the plaster sets. Explore the key elements behind this fascinating art form.