Artists

Description

Artists create artistic works using appropriate techniques, materials and media; design artwork and illustrations; and restore damaged pieces of art.

Tasks

• conceives and develops ideas and ways of working for artistic composition
• selects appropriate materials, medium and method
• prepares sketches, scale drawings or colour schemes
• builds up composition into finished work by carving, sculpting, etching, painting, engraving, drawing, etc.
• approaches managers of galleries and exhibitions in order to get finished work displayed
• uses artistic skills to restore damaged artworks
• liaises with writers and publishers to produce book illustrations
• markets and sells finished work directly to customers
• produces works on commission basis for clients.

Educational Requirements

No specific academic qualifications are required although a variety of vocational qualifications, degrees and postgraduate courses are available. Entry can be based upon portfolio work.