Natural:
Wet (foamy)
Waves hitting the shore
Spittle bugs (foam on plants)
Fresh cows milk
White caps or breakers
Scum on ponds
Fish egg clusters…
Dry (spongy)
Sea sponge
Poodle fur
Seed pod fluff (trees, plants)
Moss
Mushrooms
Fungus…
Man-made:
Wet (Foamy)
Root bear foam
Beer foam
Bubble bath
Hot tub bubbles
Shampoo lather
Spray cleaners…
Dry (spongy)
Fiberglass insulation
Bread
Tofu
Cleaning sponges
Foam finger wavers at sporting events
Gym mats…
Synonyms for Foamy: frothy, sudsy, bubbly, lather, yeasty…
Synonyms for Spongy: springy, peaty, porous, airy, fluffy…
Describing texture in a story creates intimacy between reader and character, and can even cause an emotional trigger for both. To anchor the reader in the scene, make sure comparisons and contrasts are clear and relatable, and within the scope of the narrator’s life knowledge and experience.
Textures are a powerful tool for pulling readers into the narrating character’s world, so don’t skimp.
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Thanks!
cool picture and another great list!