Scratchboard is a type of art medium that artists use to create intricate illustrations. Sometimes called scraperboard or scratch art, it features a surface that is coated in ink or wax and then scratched away to reveal the contrasting color beneath. The result is a striking black and white image with fine lines and intricate details. While there are no exact synonyms for the word scratchboard, other terms used to describe this art form include etching, engraving, stippling, and cross-hatching. Each technique involves creating marks on a surface to create a desired effect, much like scratching away the surface of a scratchboard.