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FACE—Also called TYPEFACE. A style of type.
FADE-IN —To bring an image from a pale version into full contrast
gradually.
FADE-OUT—To bring an image from a full contrast of darks and lights to a
pale version gradually.
FEATHER—A bleeding effect where small featherlike indications surround
the characters.
FEATURE—A cartoon panel or strip appearing regularly in a publication.
FELT NIB PEN—A drawing pen with a felt nib or tip that ink soaks through
from a reservoir.
FERRULE—The part of a brush that holds the hairs or bristles.
FIGURE—A line illustration or photograph of any kind used in a
publication.
FILLS—Color, shades, or patterns added to computer-generated imagery.
FILM NEGATIVE—A photolithographic negative produced by a process
camera.
FILM POSITIVE—A film- or acetate-based material having a black area or
image and a translucent or clear background.
FILM SPEED—The degree of light sensitivity of film.
FINE ART—The personal expression of the artist who creates it.
FINISHED ART—Any piece of artwork complete or ready for reproduction.
FINISH MARKS—Marks used to indicate the degree of smoothness of the
finish on machined surfaces.
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