Stippling is a painting technique that involves using dots to create an image. It is also known as pointillism, and was popularized by the French artist Georges Seurat in the late 19th century. The term 'paint with dots' is often used to describe this technique, which involves applying small dots of paint to a canvas or other surface to create a picture. Stippling can be used to create a variety of effects, from subtle shading to bold, graphic images.