sculptor
1 of 1nounsomeone who makes works of art by carving or shaping stone, wood, clay, metal, etc. into different forms
C1A sculptor is an artist who creates three-dimensional works of art using materials like stone, metal, wood, or clay. They carve, shape, or join these materials to create their artistic visions. Sculptors make a wide variety of artworks, ranging from statues and large public works to abstract forms. Their creations can be large or small and are often displayed in galleries, museums, public spaces, or private collections. Sculptors may work independently or be hired to create pieces for specific projects or clients.
- The sculptor meticulously chiseled away at the marble block, transforming it into a lifelike statue of a historical figure.
- She admired the skill of the sculptor who crafted the intricate details of the bronze sculpture depicting a mythological creature.
- The sculptor's workshop was filled with tools and unfinished pieces, each revealing the artist's dedication to their craft.
- He apprenticed under a master sculptor to learn the techniques of shaping clay into expressive and emotive figures.
- The community commissioned the sculptor to create a public art installation that would reflect the city's cultural heritage and identity.
a faint southern‑hemisphere constellation introduced by Lacaille, located south of Cetus and bordering Phoenix, containing several dim stars and notable galaxies
- Stargazers in the southern latitudes looked toward Sculptor to spot the faint smudge of the Sculptor Galaxy through the telescope.
- Lacaille mapped Sculptor during his Cape of Good Hope observations, naming it after the sculptor's studio he imagined among the stars.
- Because Sculptor lies low on the horizon from mid‑northern latitudes, only observers well south of the equator can see its dim stars clearly.
- The field guide pointed out that Sculptor borders Phoenix to the south and Cetus to the north, making it easy to locate by star‑hopping.
- Amateur astronomers targeted the Sculptor Dwarf Galaxy within Sculptor when planning deep‑sky imaging for the month.