Leonardo da Vinci's Painting Techniques

The video explores Leonardo da Vinci's early recognition as a genius and his rise to fame, particularly through his iconic painting, the Mona Lisa. It discusses the painting's global impact, especially after its theft in 1911. The video also highlights Pascal Cotte's advanced imaging technology, which reveals the intricate layers and techniques used by Leonardo, such as the fumat method, showcasing his unparalleled skill in blending colors and creating depth.

What was Leonardo da Vinci recognized for at an early age?

• His scientific discoveries

• His artistic genius

• His architectural designs

• His musical talent

What event in 1911 significantly increased the Mona Lisa's fame?

• It was featured in a movie

• It was auctioned

• It was stolen

• It was displayed in a world exhibition

What is Pascal Cotte known for in relation to the Mona Lisa?

• He restored the painting

• He developed a new imaging technology

• He created a replica

• He discovered a hidden signature

How many wavelengths of light does Pascal Cotte's camera record?

• 10

• 13

• 3

• 7

What is the name of the technique Leonardo used for layering in his paintings?

• Fresco

• Sfumato

• Impasto

• Chiaroscuro

What did Leonardo use to create a thin veil of color in his paintings?

• Charcoal

• Tinted oil glaze

• Watercolor

• Acrylic paint

How does Leonardo create shadows in his paintings?

• By using a thick brush

• By blending multiple layers of color

• By using a single dark color

• By adding black paint

What is unique about Leonardo's method of intensifying color?

• He uses metallic pigments

• He uses only primary colors

• He adds white to lighten colors

• He saturates colors without adding black

What is the effect of Leonardo's layering technique on light in his paintings?

• It allows light to pass through

• It reflects light

• It diffuses light

• It absorbs light

Why has no one successfully emulated Leonardo's painting method?

• It is not well-documented

• It is too time-consuming

• It requires rare materials

• It is highly skillful and complex