Artistic pool, a cue sport, also known as "trick shot pool" or "artistic billiards," requires skill and creativity on the part of the player. The game involves performing intricate shots, including jump shots, masse shots, and bank shots, with style and flair. Some synonyms for artistic pool include fancy pool, exhibition pool, and show pool. Others may refer to it as performance pool or even freestyle pool. Regardless of the name it takes, artistic pool remains a challenging and captivating game that demands an artist's touch. It is a unique and impressive display of skill, which tests a player's ability to think outside of the box and create shots that are both aesthetically pleasing and technically challenging.