Photomechanical (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to or involving various methods of using photography to make plates for printing.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The company specialized in photomechanical processes to produce high-quality reproductions of artworks for commercial use.
- Photomechanical techniques revolutionized the printing industry by allowing for mass production of images with precise detail.
- The artist experimented with photomechanical methods to create unique prints that blended traditional and modern techniques.
- The museum's conservation team used photomechanical techniques to restore and reproduce fragile historical documents.
- The invention of photomechanical engraving enabled the widespread dissemination of photographs in newspapers and magazines.