Texes Art EC-12 Practice Exam

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What is tempura?

A painting technique using mixed pigments and oil
A painting using pigment mixed with egg yolk
A type of watercolor painting
A sculpture method

The correct answer is: A painting using pigment mixed with egg yolk

Tempura is a painting medium traditionally made by mixing pigments with a binding agent, most commonly egg yolk. This method allows for a vibrant application of color that dries quickly and retains its brilliance. Tempura paint is known for its ability to create fine details due to its fast-drying nature, which allows artists to layer colors without muddying them. Historically, tempura has been a significant medium for artists, notably during the Renaissance before the widespread adoption of oil paint. The other options describe different painting methods or art forms that do not align with the characteristics and components of tempura. Mixed pigments and oil refer to oil painting, while watercolor painting utilizes a different base, typically gum arabic. Sculpture methods encompass three-dimensional art forms, which are distinct from painting techniques.