CA Digital Art & Mixed Media 2

Question 1

Which blending mode in digital painting multiplies the base color with the blend color, always resulting in a darker output?

Accepted Answer

Multiply

Answer

Multiply blending mode multiplies the base and blend color values, which always produces an equal or darker result.

Question 2

When combining traditional watercolor washes with digital elements in mixed media, which technique best preserves the organic texture of the physical layer?

Accepted Answer

Scan at 600 dpi or higher and use layer masks to isolate areas

Answer

High-resolution scanning captures fine grain and texture detail, while layer masks allow precise non-destructive integration with digital elements.

Question 3

A digital artist wants to create a seamless repeating pattern for fabric printing. Which file format best preserves quality at any scale?

Accepted Answer

SVG

Answer

SVG is a vector format that scales infinitely without quality loss, making it ideal for patterns that must print at various sizes.

Question 4

In digital illustration, what is the primary advantage of working with a non-destructive workflow using adjustment layers?

Accepted Answer

It allows edits to be modified or removed without altering the original pixel data

Answer

Adjustment layers apply changes non-destructively, meaning original pixel data remains intact and edits can be tweaked or removed at any time.

Question 5

Which color model is most appropriate when creating digital artwork intended for screen display?

Accepted Answer

RGB

Answer

RGB (Red, Green, Blue) is the additive color model used by screens, making it the correct choice for digital display artwork.

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CA Digital Art & Mixed Media 2