Illustration Styles

noun a technique used in drawing and engraving where lines are crossed over each other to create shading or texture

• The artist used cross hatching to create depth and texture in the drawing.
• I tried using cross hatching in my sketch, but it didn't turn out as I hoped.
• Cross hatching is like shading, but with more lines going in different directions.
• In life, we often have to use cross hatching to navigate through complex situations and find our way.

noun a method of drawing or painting using small dots or specks to create shading or texture

verb to draw or paint using small dots or specks

• The artist used a fine-tipped pen to stipple intricate details in the portrait.
• I tried to stipple some shading on my drawing, but it didn't turn out as well as I hoped.
• I'm going to stipple some cool designs on my sneakers to make them unique.
• The speaker's words seemed to stipple the air with tension as they addressed the crowd.

noun a print of a type made from a design cut in a block of wood, formerly widely used for illustrations in books

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• The artist created a beautiful woodcut print for the art exhibit.
• I tried my hand at making a woodcut of my dog, it was harder than I thought!
• Check out this sick woodcut I got tattooed on my arm.
• His words were like a sharp woodcut, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who heard them.