Drypoint is a printmaking technique that involves incising a design onto a plate, typically made of metal or plastic, using a sharp tool called a burin. The artist creates lines by scratching into the surface, which holds ink in the grooves. Once the plate is prepared, ink is applied, and excess ink is wiped away, leaving ink only in the incised lines. To produce a print, damp paper is placed on the inked plate and run through a printing press. The pressure transfers the ink from the grooves onto the paper, resulting in a unique image. Drypoint prints are known for their rich, velvety lines and can vary in appearance based on the depth of the incisions and the inking technique used.