The work in this category can be defined by skilled draftsman ship allied to original creativity, contextualised by an intellectual understanding of the legacy of previous centuries of art. Painting is the core medium, but subjects depicted don’t have to be old-fashioned or even traditional. Many artists may choose to work within certain themes and motifs that groups their work and gives it their signature. Painting styles can range from the hyper-realistic to impressionist and allegorical.