noun
- artists who specialize in creating portraits
Usage: plural of portraitist
Examples
- The gallery featured works by several renowned portraitists.
- Many portraitists worked for wealthy families in the 18th century.
- Modern portraitists often use photography as well as traditional painting.
- The museum’s collection includes pieces by famous portraitists like John Singer Sargent.
- Professional portraitists charge high fees for commissioned works.
- These portraitists captured the essence of their subjects with remarkable skill.