hyperrealist
/ˌhaɪpərˈriːəlɪst/
noun
- An artist who works in the style of hyperrealism, creating extremely lifelike and detailed works.
- The hyperrealist spent six months painting a single apple with every reflection and shadow perfectly captured.
- As a hyperrealist, she uses magnifying glasses to paint the tiniest details in her portraits.
- Visitors watched the hyperrealist at work, amazed by how his sculpture looked like a real person.
adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of hyperrealism or hyperrealists.
- The museum's hyperrealist collection includes both paintings and life-sized sculptures.
- The hyperrealist movement gained popularity in the late 20th century with its focus on extreme detail.
- Her hyperrealist technique involves layering dozens of thin glazes to achieve a photographic effect.