
Products for the Process of Tempera
Both the process and the paint are called tempera. Once dry this paint becomes permanent. Tempera was at one time an extremely popular technique of painting. It was replaced by oil painting. Tempera paint will give an opaque look when it is layered over top itself. It creates a dull like tone. Lighter tones can be painted over darker ones for a tone that is reflective. Transparency can be seen when darker tones are painted over lighter ones. Many artists and classrooms use this type of paint for poster painting. It is useful in theaters for creating charming backdrops. Tempera is sometimes used in finger painting activities. It is easily cleaned from clothing, skin and brushes. Artists can choose from high quality liquid, powder or cakes of tempera.