History Buffs Should Pass This Renaissance Quiz

What artistic technique uses light and shadow to create depth?

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Chiaroscuro is an artistic technique developed during the Renaissance, emphasizing the dramatic interplay of light and shadow in paintings and drawings. It creates depth, volume, and realism, enhancing the visual impact of artworks.

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What artistic technique uses light and shadow to create depth?

• Impasto
• Chiaroscuro
• Pointillism
• Fresco