ɡriˈzɑːl

Definitions

1. noun

a painting technique using shades of gray, especially in a monochromatic color scheme, or a painting in this style

“The artist experimented with grisaille to create a sense of depth and dimension in her work.”

2. noun

a preparation or underpainting in monochrome, typically in gray, used as a base for further painting

“The artist used grisaille to block out the composition before adding color.”