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Portraiture

Verb / ˈpɔ:ˈrtʊr / Another word for portraiture — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Portraiture is the art or practice of creating portraits, which are artistic representations of people.

Synonyms & similar words

portrait portrayal portrait painting depiction representation image likeness drawing sketch picture illustration artwork figure rendering caricature visual icon effigy photograph canvas sculpture

Example sentences

  1. I drew a beautiful portraiture of my family.
  2. The museum has a collection of famous portraiture.
  3. She posed for an artist who specialized in portraiture.
  4. The art class learned about different styles of portraiture.
  5. His portraiture captured the emotions of his subjects.

Quotes

  • A portrait is not made in the camera but on either side of it. - Edward Steichen
  • The painter's portrait of the model captured her inner beauty. - Unknown
  • Every artist dips his brush in his own soul, and paints his own nature into his pictures. - Henry Ward Beecher

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