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.