Exploring Painting Techniques

What is the primary medium used in oil painting?

• Oil

• Watercolor

• Acrylic

• Pastel

Name one advantage of using acrylic paint over oil paint.

• Faster drying time.

• Longer drying time.

• Higher cost of materials.

• More vibrant colors.

What technique involves applying paint in thin, transparent layers?

• Glazing

• Fresco

• Impasto

• Sgraffito

Describe the process of impasto in painting.

• Impasto is a method of painting using only watercolors.

• Impasto is a technique in painting where paint is applied thickly to create texture and dimension.

• Impasto is a technique that requires the use of a palette knife exclusively.

• Impasto involves applying paint in a thin, even layer.

What is the term for a painting done on wet plaster?

• mural

• tempera

• fresco

• oil painting

Which painting technique uses a dry brush to create texture?

• Wet brushing

• Dry brushing

• Sponge painting

• Airbrushing

What is the main characteristic of watercolor painting?

• Use of thick, opaque paints.

• Emphasis on layering and texture.

• Focus on detailed brushwork.

• Transparency and fluidity of water-soluble pigments.

Identify a famous artist known for using the technique of chiaroscuro.

• Caravaggio

• Picasso

• Van Gogh

• Rembrandt

What is the purpose of a palette in painting?

• To frame the painting

• The purpose of a palette in painting is to mix and organize colors.

• To clean the brushes

• To display the finished artwork

Explain the difference between realism and abstract painting.

• Realism uses bright colors, whereas abstract painting uses only monochrome shades.

• Realism focuses on emotional expression, while abstract painting is purely decorative.

• Realism is a style that only depicts landscapes, while abstract painting is limited to portraits.

• Realism depicts subjects accurately, while abstract painting emphasizes shapes and colors without representing real objects.