Synonyms for

Artist

Verb / ˈɑ:rtʌst / / ˈɑ:rtɪst / Another word for artist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An artist is a person who creates art, such as paintings, sculptures, or music.

Synonyms & similar words

creativeperson creator designer illustrator painter sculptor craftsman artisan maker performer composer musician poet writer author carver engraver photographer filmmaker animator cartoonist

Synonyms by register

Formal

creator practitioner artisan craftsman

Informal

maker hand pro

Literary

virtuoso maestro adept

Antonyms

amateur beginner novice layperson nonartist

Common collocations

  • visual artist
  • performing artist
  • fine artist
  • artist's studio
  • artist's statement
  • emerging artist
  • renowned artist
  • artist community

Word family

noun artist
verb art
adjective artistic
adverb artistically

Usage note

While 'artist' can refer to anyone who creates art, it is often associated with professional painters, sculptors, or musicians. The term 'artisan' or 'craftsman' is sometimes preferred for those who create functional or decorative objects with skill.

Example sentences

  1. The artist drew a picture of a flower.
  2. The artist sculpted a statue of a person.
  3. The artist played a song on the piano.
  4. The artist wrote a book about her experiences.
  5. The artist created a beautiful piece of pottery.

Quotes

  • Every artist was first an amateur. - Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • Art is not what you see, but what you make others see. - Edgar Degas
  • The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing without work. - Emile Zola

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