Synonyms of artisan

artisan

noun

ˈär-tə-zən 

as in craftsman

a person whose occupation requires skill with the hands

we visited a re-created 19th-century New England village that features an array of artisans—a cooper, a carpenter, a blacksmith, a potter, a glassblower

Synonyms & Similar Words

• craftsman
• maker
• artist
• craftsperson
• artificer
• handicraftsman
• crafter
• tradesman
• handicrafter
• handcraftsman
• handworker
• craftswoman
• journeyman
• master
• technician
• shaper
• smith
• handyman
• mechanic
• operative
• workman
• wright
• handyperson

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of artisan

Travers collaborated closely with the show’s native consultant, Julie O’Keefe, and worked with Osage artisans to craft costumes for all of the Osage characters. — Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 10 July 2026

Head inside, and you’ll be greeted by warm, rich hues, earthy greens, and materials drawn from Kenyan influences—complete with pieces sourced from local artisans, such as Kitengela Glass, Safari Bronze, and more. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 July 2026

Some people climbed a lifeguard tower, while others ran through traffic and ransacked stalls where artisans sold their goods, police said at the time. — Nathaniel Percy, Oc Register, 7 July 2026

Yet for Selvam the soul of the Tamil country—of India—lies in its village artisans, beavering away all day at their traditional crafts, learnt at the feet of a family member. — Chandrahas Choudhury, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026