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independent artist

[/ˌɪndɪˈpendənt ˈɑːrtɪst/]
nounpl: independent artists
artista independente
1. An artist who creates and produces work without being signed to a major record label, publishing house, or production company
She is an independent artist who self-releases her music on streaming platforms.
Ela é uma artista independente que lança sua música em plataformas de streaming por conta própria.
2. A creative professional who maintains artistic control and ownership of their work
As an independent artist, he retains full ownership of his paintings and intellectual property.
Como artista independente, ele mantém a propriedade total de suas pinturas e propriedade intelectual.
NYC Slang
indie artist
Synonyms
freelance artistself-employed artistindie artistunderground artist
Antonyms
signed artistcontracted artistcorporate artist

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
artista independente
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
artista independente / artista autônomo
Both terms are widely used in the creative industry hub
Rio de Janeiro
artista independente
Standard usage in the cultural scene
Portugal
artista independente
Same term used; sometimes 'artista autónomo' in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

go independent
work for oneself
DIY artist (do-it-yourself)
self-made artist
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