Fabric Painting Advanced Fabric Art Methods 5

Question 1

In an advanced mixed-media piece, why might an artist apply a textile medium to acrylic paint?

Accepted Answer

To improve flexibility and reduce stiffness on fabric

Answer

Textile medium softens acrylic so painted fabric stays flexible and less cracky.

Question 2

When bleaching designs into denim with a controlled spray, the best safety practice is to do what?

Accepted Answer

Work in a ventilated area with gloves and eye protection

Answer

Bleach fumes and splashes are hazardous, so ventilation and protective gear are essential.

Question 3

For a photo-realistic portrait on fabric, which paint property is most helpful for blending subtle tones?

Accepted Answer

Slow drying time allowing wet blending

Answer

Slower drying lets the artist blend adjacent tones smoothly for realistic gradients.

Question 4

In cyanotype on fabric, the image is developed by exposure to what?

Accepted Answer

Ultraviolet sunlight

Answer

Cyanotype chemistry reacts to UV light, turning exposed areas the characteristic blue.

Question 5

When combining embroidery over painted fabric, why should painting usually come before stitching?

Accepted Answer

Wet paint can stain or stiffen threads if applied after

Answer

Painting first avoids getting paint on finished stitches, which would stain or stiffen them.

Fabric Painting Practice Test