as in craftsmen
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
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Recent Examples of artisans
These were artisans who developed their skills through years-long apprenticeships before becoming free agents, working in small shops and homes.
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Emma Bowman, NPR, 19 June 2026
IndieWire partnered with Universal Studio Group for USG University, a series of panels celebrating the outstanding artistry and artisans behind the 2025–2026 television season across NBCUniversal’s portfolio of shows.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 18 June 2026
In the seclusion of The Rabbit Hole, the members-only speakeasy in the building’s second floor, members could purchase a Spirit of Champions Limited Edition decanter for $1,700 and select a country of representation that the Mexican artisans translated on-site into a one-of-one keepsake.
—Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Coretta Owusu, a lawyer, advocate, and entrepreneur, launched her brand to celebrate African design and local artisans through the practice of handweaving.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 18 June 2026
The story of chamoy really parallels this journey of blue-and-white ceramics, which got to Mexico because of Spanish colonialism and then was adopted by local artisans.
—Stephanie Shih
june 17, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026
Handcrafted Handcrafted incense holders are often made by local artisans instead of being produced in a factory.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 June 2026
Be sure to hit the subterranean SoWa Vintage Market for thrifting finds, and on weekends from spring through fall the outdoor SoWa Open Market sets up shop with local vendors, artisans, food purveyors, farmers, and food and drink trucks selling their wares in a fun, alfresco setting.
—Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 June 2026
In a review of local companies and individual artisans advertising straw bale construction, the Idaho Statesman found fewer than half a dozen based in the Gem State.
—Noah Daly, Idaho Statesman, 13 June 2026
Emma Bowman, NPR, 19 June 2026
IndieWire partnered with Universal Studio Group for USG University, a series of panels celebrating the outstanding artistry and artisans behind the 2025–2026 television season across NBCUniversal’s portfolio of shows.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 18 June 2026
In the seclusion of The Rabbit Hole, the members-only speakeasy in the building’s second floor, members could purchase a Spirit of Champions Limited Edition decanter for $1,700 and select a country of representation that the Mexican artisans translated on-site into a one-of-one keepsake.
—Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Coretta Owusu, a lawyer, advocate, and entrepreneur, launched her brand to celebrate African design and local artisans through the practice of handweaving.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 18 June 2026
The story of chamoy really parallels this journey of blue-and-white ceramics, which got to Mexico because of Spanish colonialism and then was adopted by local artisans.
—Stephanie Shih
june 17, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026
Handcrafted Handcrafted incense holders are often made by local artisans instead of being produced in a factory.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 June 2026
Be sure to hit the subterranean SoWa Vintage Market for thrifting finds, and on weekends from spring through fall the outdoor SoWa Open Market sets up shop with local vendors, artisans, food purveyors, farmers, and food and drink trucks selling their wares in a fun, alfresco setting.
—Shannon McMahon, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 June 2026
In a review of local companies and individual artisans advertising straw bale construction, the Idaho Statesman found fewer than half a dozen based in the Gem State.
—Noah Daly, Idaho Statesman, 13 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for artisans
craftsmen
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In 2012 and 2022, the discovery of a royal tomb containing an astonishing 58 elite females, 1,300 artifacts, six human sacrifices, and the burials of elite craftsmen alongside gold, silver, and bronze tools brought the site international attention.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
23 May 2026
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Pitchers like Maddux and Tom Glavine, his Atlanta teammate, were craftsmen, pitching on the edges and moving the ball around the plate.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
23 May 2026
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“Artisans.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/artisans. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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