Ellen G. White

I prize my seamstress, I value my copyist; but my cook, who knows well how to prepare the food to sustain life, and nourish brain, bone, and muscle, fills the most important place among the helpers in my family.

American Writer

Originally, copyists were essential for document preservation before photocopying and printing technology.

Historical Usage

A copyist must be extremely accurate to avoid altering the meaning of copied texts.

Attention to Detail

In music, a copyist transcribes scores and parts for musicians, often requiring knowledge of notation software.

Jobs in Music

As an artistic term, 'copyist' can imply a lack of originality, which might be perceived as a criticism.

Negative Connotation

For artists, copying masterworks is a recognized method for learning, without intention to pass it as original.

Learning Technique

In fashion, a copyist might recreate designs from popular brands, sometimes walking the line of legality.

Copyist