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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.