Fine Arts Techniques

noun a printmaking technique in which an image is incised into a plate with a hard-pointed needle or other sharp tool

• The artist used a drypoint technique to create intricate lines on the metal plate.
• I tried my hand at drypoint etching in art class, it was pretty fun!
• I'm thinking of giving drypoint a go, it seems like a cool way to make art.
• Her words were like a drypoint etching, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who heard them.

noun a picture or design so painted

• The artist spent months creating a beautiful fresco on the ceiling of the cathedral.
• Have you seen the fresco in the art gallery? It's pretty cool.
• That fresco at the museum is lit, bro!
• Her mind was like a blank canvas waiting for the artist to paint a fresco of ideas.

noun a copy of a text or picture produced on paper

verb to produce a copy of a text or picture on paper

• The company invested in a new printer to improve their print quality.
• Can you print out the documents for the meeting?
• I need to print this before the deadline hits.
• His words left a lasting print on my heart.