bildender
Translation
fine (arts), visual (arts), creative, formative
Examples
Er ist ein bildender Künstler.
He is a visual artist.
Das ist ein Werk bildender Kunst.
This is a work of fine art.
Grammar Patterns
ein bildender Künstler (masculine nominative) He is a visual artist.
Werk bildender Kunst (feminine genitive) This is a work of fine art.
Similar Words
Synonyms: creative, formative, artistic
Etymology
From 'Bild' (picture, image) + '-end' (present participle ending). Literally means 'image-forming' or 'shaping'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'building' an image. A 'bildender Künstler' is an artist who 'builds' or creates visual forms.