Refers to a person who creates art as a profession or serious pursuit, especially in fine arts, music, or literature. More formal and specific than アーティスト, which can include performers and entertainers.
He is a world-famous artist.
その展覧会には多くの若い芸術家が参加した。
Many young artists participated in the exhibition.
He quit his office job and became an artist.
She is active as an artist in Paris.
He had aimed to become an artist since he was young.