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crosshatch

crosshatch
Transitive VerbNoun
pl: crosshatchespast: crosshatchedpp: crosshatcheding: crosshatching

This term describes a specific technical method of layering lines to simulate value or texture. It is primarily used in the context of fine arts, architectural drafting, and textile manufacturing, where it serves as a precise alternative to blending or smudging for creating gradients.

As a noun, the word refers to the resulting geometric grid. While it can be used to describe a physical pattern on a surface, it is most frequently encountered in instructional art manuals or critiques of engraving and sketching techniques.

Meanings

Transitive Verbcrosshatch
[~ something]

To create a pattern of parallel lines that intersect with another set of parallel lines at right angles to create shading or texture.

The artist began to crosshatch the shadows of the portrait to add depth.

Nouncrosshatch

A pattern of intersecting parallel lines used in drawing, engraving, or textile design.

Examples

You should crosshatch the shadows to give the drawing more depth.

You should crosshatch the shadows to give the drawing more depth.

School Life

The artist began to crosshatch the background with a fine liner pen.

The artist began to crosshatch the background with a fine liner pen.

I need to crosshatch this area to create a darker tone.

I need to crosshatch this area to create a darker tone.

The subtle crosshatch in the fabric adds a sophisticated texture.

Look at how the crosshatch pattern defines the curve of the face.

Look at how the crosshatch pattern defines the curve of the face.

School Life

The engraving features a dense crosshatch that creates a heavy shadow.

The engraving features a dense crosshatch that creates a heavy shadow.

History

Just crosshatch the edges lightly so it doesn't look too harsh.

Just crosshatch the edges lightly so it doesn't look too harsh.

The sketch was composed of a series of precise crosshatches.

The sketch was composed of a series of precise crosshatches.

I wonder if a tighter crosshatch would make the shading look smoother.

I wonder if a tighter crosshatch would make the shading look smoother.

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