Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flatting
verb
/ˈflatɪŋ/
Definition
The act of making something flat, particularly in the context of graphic design or digital art.
Examples
- After flatting the initial design, she began to add shadows and highlights to enhance the depth.
- The comic book artist spent hours flatting each panel to ensure that the colors would pop.
- Flatting is an essential step before the final rendering of a digital painting.
Meaning
Flatting is commonly used in the illustration process, where artists fill in colors in defined areas, creating a base layer before adding details and shading.
Synonyms
- leveling
- smoothing
- flattening
