Wood burning and pyrography are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but there is a slight difference between the two.
Wood burning is the general term used to describe the process of using a heated tool to burn designs onto wood. This term is often used to describe the process of burning simple designs onto wood, such as lettering or basic shapes.
Pyrography, on the other hand, is a more specialized form of wood burning. It is wood burning for the creation of art. Often it involves detailed designs. Pyrography is considered a form of art, and it requires more skill and precision than simple wood burning.
Pyrography typically involves using a specialized tool with temperature control, various tips, and techniques such as shading to create intricate designs. Pyrographers may also use stencils or transfer/graphite paper to create a design on the wood surface before burning it.
While both wood burning and pyrography involve burning designs onto wood using a heated tool, pyrography is a more intricate and specialized form of wood burning that involves creating detailed artwork and designs using a variety of techniques and specialized tools.