30 Questions
Which type of painting involves applying pigments directly to wet plaster on a wall?
Buon Fresco
What is the primary difference between oil and acrylic painting?
Oil is less versatile, while acrylic is more versatile.
What is the primary characteristic of watercolor painting?
Transparent and fast-drying
What is the purpose of egg in tempera painting?
To act as a binder
Which type of paint is known for its ancient Greek origins and involves mixing pigments with wax?
Encaustic
What is the primary difference between gouache and watercolor painting?
Gouache is more opaque, while watercolor is more transparent.
What is the term used to describe the material and tools used to create a work of art?
Medium
What is the primary purpose of a binder in paint?
To hold the pigment together and adhere the paint to a surface
What are the three components that make up paint?
Pigment, binder, and solvent
What is the term used to describe the method and procedure used with an art medium?
Technique
What is the term used to describe the skill with which the media and techniques are employed?
Craftsmanship
What is the process of applying paint to a surface using tools such as brushes, a roller, a painting knife, or a paint sprayer?
Painting
What is the main purpose of tattooed designs according to various peoples?
To provide magical protection against sickness or misfortune
How do tattoo artists usually learn their craft?
Via an apprenticeship under a trained and experienced mentor
What were early cave paintings drawn with?
Red or yellow ochre, hematite, manganese oxide, and charcoal
How long have people been painting?
For as long as 30,000 years
When did the earliest known oil paintings date back to?
The 14th century
What were other ingredients used to make a primitive paint substance?
Animal blood and fat
What was used to mix dried pigments into a paste before the emergence of linseed oil?
Egg yolk
What was the driving force behind the invention of artificial resins in paint?
The shortage of linseed oil during World War II
When did acrylic paint become commercially available?
In the 1950s
How long does it take for oil paint to fully dry?
Several decades
What is the minimum amount of time it takes for acrylic paint to dry?
10 minutes
Who invented spray paint in 1949?
Edward H.Seymour
What is a key difference between digital painting and computer-generated art?
The computer rendering from a model
What is the primary mechanism used in spray painting to direct paint particles?
Compressed gas
What is the main distinction between airbrushes and spray guns?
The size of the equipment
What is the primary advantage of single color aerosol paint cans?
Their portability
What is a key feature of digital painting programs?
Their ability to mimic physical media
What is a characteristic of digital painting that distinguishes it from traditional painting?
The use of digital tools
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