Pastiche

A pastiche is a creative work that imitates the style, techniques, or themes of a different artist, genre, or period, often as a tribute or homage. Unlike parody, which mocks, pastiche celebrates by blending elements from various sources without satire. It can appear in literature, music, art, or film, where the creator intentionally references existing works to evoke certain feelings or honor the original. Pastiche shows admiration and skill in blending influences, resulting in a piece that feels familiar yet original in its craftsmanship.