pastiches

Derivative homage works

Pastiches are works that imitate the style of another artist, genre, or period.

A pastiche may be a tribute or exercise in technique rather than parody—a composer writing in the style of Bach, a novelist channeling Hemingway.

The term can also describe works assembled from borrowed elements: The film was a pastiche of noir conventions.

Unlike parody, pastiche typically honors rather than mocks its source.

composite

collage

Assembled mixed-media artwork

montageAssembled sequence of images
mashupCombined creative fusion
remixAltered version of recording

fusion · blend · medley · amalgam · mosaic · patchwork · potpourri · assemblage · bricolage · compilation

imitation

parody

Satirical imitation

spoofComic exaggerated imitation
caricatureExaggerated comic depiction
lampoonHarsh public mockery

mockery · satire · burlesque · takeoff · sendup · travesty · mimicry · emulation · aping · derivative

homage

tribute

Offering of respect

appreciationRecognition of worth
celebrationFestive event marking occasion
acknowledgmentConfirmation of receipt

reverence · dedication · salute · nod · allusion · reference · evocation · invocation · callback · quotation

Categories

improvementsimprovement, fixes, betterment, enhancement, upgrade
Sherlock HolmesSherlock Holmes, Watson, Baker Street, Moriarty, Mrs. Hudson
Comedy Musicfunny songs, novelty songs, parody songs, comedy song, novelty song

Opposites

originality

pastichesoriginals

Authentic first versions

original works · original compositions · innovations · inventions · prototypes

creative intent

pastichesmasterpieces

Works of supreme skill

authenticity

pastichesgenuine articles

Authentic items, not counterfeits

archetypes · templates · masterworks · canonical works · primary sources

Family

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Profile: Used worldwide · Timeless · Rated G