Bendayed

/ˈbɛndeɪd/ adjective

Definition

Treated or processed using the Ben Day printing technique; having the appearance created by Ben Day dots.

Etymology

From 'benday' (the printing technique) plus '-ed' (past participle suffix). Technical term specific to printmaking and comic book production.

Kelly Says

Comic book colorists became artists in their own right—a bendayed illustration required knowing exactly how spacing dots optically blend to create skin tones and dramatic shadows!

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