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Why is egg tempera a challenging medium for artists to work with?

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It cannot be painted on canvas since it may flake off. The painting surface must also be prepared with chalk gesso. You must paint thinly and each layer must cure. It also dries quickly so a lot of skill is required to get smooth results.
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