Vocabulary Entry

frottage

|noun • verb

noun

A technique used in art to create textures and patterns by rubbing a pencil or chalk over a surface that has an underlying texture.

Example Sentences

"The artist used frottage to capture the intricate details of the tree bark."

"Her frottage pieces were displayed in the gallery alongside more traditional paintings."

"Using frottage, he was able to create a unique blend of textures in his artwork."

verb

Example Sentences

"She frottaged the surface to reveal the hidden design beneath."

"He enjoys frottaging various textures he finds in nature."

"They frottaged the sketchbook pages as a way to experiment with different techniques."