Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
still-life
Noun
/ˈstɪl laɪf/
Definition
A work of art that depicts inanimate objects, often arranged in a specific way.
Examples
- The artist painted a stunning still-life featuring fruits and flowers.
- In art class, we learned how to create a still-life composition with everyday objects.
Meaning
Still-life refers to a genre of visual art that focuses on capturing the beauty of objects that do not move, such as flowers, food, and everyday items.
Synonyms
- Still-life painting
- Still-life art
- Inanimate composition
