Chalkography

/kælˈkɒɡrəfi/ noun

Definition

The art or process of writing, engraving, or drawing with chalk, or the artistic practice of creating images using chalk as the primary medium.

Etymology

From Greek 'chalkos' (bronze, copper) + 'graphia' (writing, drawing), literally meaning 'drawing in bronze' or describing chalk-based artistic creation.

Kelly Says

Chalkography, while technically a precise term, beautifully captures an ancient form of expression—chalk on stone is one of humanity's oldest and most democratic art forms.

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