Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

photogram

noun

ˈfoʊtəˌɡræm

Definition

A photogram is a photographic image made without a camera by placing objects directly onto the surface of a light-sensitive material and exposing it to light.

Examples

The artist created a stunning photogram by laying leaves on photographic paper.
In photography class, we learned how to make a photogram using various objects.
The photogram displayed intricate patterns formed by the light passing through the transparent items.

Meaning

It refers to the process of creating images through the direct exposure of photosensitive surfaces to light, showcasing the shapes and forms of the objects placed on them.