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Tempera vs. Oil Painting: Key Differences

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Tempera paint dries almost instantly, forcing artists to work in precise, overlapping strokes, while oil paint can remain workable for days, allowing subtle blending and layered glazes.

Why this is interesting

When you look at a luminous Renaissance altarpiece and a rich, vivid Baroque painting, have you ever wondered why they feel so different? The answer lies not just in the artist's skill, but in the very different paints they used.