Arts and Crafts - Verbs Related to Art

to make a picture of something using a pencil, pen, etc. without coloring it

to produce a picture or design with paint

to produce an elementary and quick drawing of someone or something

to carefully copy or reproduce a design or image by following its lines or contours onto another surface, typically using transparent sheet

to create a basic, initial version that outlines the main features of something

to cut or carve designs or writings on a hard surface, often using acid or a laser beam

to darken part of a picture or drawing using pencils, etc.

to use pictures in a book, magazine, etc.

to draw or color something using a pencil or stick made of colored wax or chalk

to aimlessly draw lines and shapes, particularly when one is bored

to develop something using certain facts, ideas, situations, etc.

to combine different substances together

to create or produce something by cutting or shaping a material, such as a sculpture or design

to draw a line around something

to add something that enhances or improves the quality or appearance of someone or something

to create a representation of something, usually in the form of a drawing, painting, or other visual medium

to show someone or something in a piece of art

to repair a work of art, building, etc. so that it is in a good condition again

to write or draw something in an aimless or careless way

to make a dirty mark by rubbing or spreading something on a surface

to use small dots or markings to create a pattern or texture often to create shading and to add detail to a work of art

to mark with spots or blotches of different color or shades of color as if stained

to skillfully make something, particularly with the hands

to bring something into existence or make something happen

to form a pattern or movement of lines or objects that cross each other in a regular pattern

to spread a sticky substance such as mud, paint, etc. on a surface in a careless way

to draw or trace lines on a surface

to represent or show something or someone by a work of art

to draw the blueprints and the sketches for a building, machine, structure, etc.

to carve or cut a design or lettering into a hard surface, such as metal or stone

to create an artistic piece

to thoughtfully prepare or create something, paying close attention to its details

to copy or mimic the style, technique, or subject matter of another artist or artwork

to make a lasting mark on a surface or material through pressure or contact

to leave a sign, line, etc. on something

to copy the style, technique, or subject matter of another artist or artwork

to create a smaller representation of something using wood, etc.

to come up with or develop something new

to draw a line or show the outer edge of something

to cause something to remain in its original state without any significant change

to make something again or bring it back into existence or imagination

to make something, or to bring something into existence

to form a mental image or picture of something