artiste

Example Sentences

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Entirely unconcerned with the client’s gustatory enjoyment, Lucy considers herself an artiste, creating food for unsophisticated palates, and Chao plays her with the utmost seriousness.

From New York Times

But others see in his experimentation the creative potential that marks him as an artiste with original gifts.

From Seattle Times

Luis scourges Silverio for self-indulgence and pretension, accusing him of playing the “artiste” for the Americans and forgetting where he came from.

From New York Times

The "Police" frontman's residency at the Arconia is an inspired bit, allowing him to showcase his comedic chops along with embracing his reputation as a deadly serious, pompous artiste.

From Salon

“While Mr. Saint Laurent perhaps wasn’t the most modest person in the world,” he said, “I think he desperately wanted to be considered an artist. He was an artiste manqué.”

From New York Times