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(of a form of art) characterized by the use of shapes, colors, lines, forms, etc. to convey emotions, concepts, or ideas, rather than illustrating recognizable objects or scenes from the physical world

abstrait

very attractive in an unusual way

séduisant

innovative, experimental, or unconventional in style or approach, especially in the arts

avant-gardiste, d'avant-garde

feeling calm and peaceful, without any disturbances or things that might be upsetting

calme

having a lot of different and often bright colors

coloré, colorée

simple in design, without a specific pattern

simple, uni

belonging to or following the methods or thoughts that are old as opposed to new or different ones

traditionnel

(of a picture or photograph) containing or portraying images in black and white or different shades of a single color only

monochrome

causing feelings of unease, discomfort, or concern

troublant, inquiétant

(of colors) not very bright or vibrant

terne

very beautiful, attractive, or impressive

sensationnel, éblouissant

representing people, animals and objects and forms as they appear in the real world

figuratif

the ability to recognize something with good quality or high standard, especially in art, style, beauty, etc., based on personal preferences

goût

a type of activity, subject, etc. that one is very good at or enjoys very much

to express respect toward someone or something often due to qualities, achievements, etc.

admirer