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An Artist is a person involved in an activity linked to creating art, practicing the arts, or illustrating an art. Their role is to generate and develop artistic ideas, sketch out ideas, and make models in response to a brief or commission. Their responsibilities are to meet deadlines, work in a workshop or off-site, adhere to health and safety procedures, source materials, develop relationships with suppliers, plan projects and create publicity, write project suggestions for galleries, competitions or artist residencies, carry out financial planning, carry out self-promotion activities, apply for residencies and competitions, write funding applications, liaise with gallery owners, curator...

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Steps to take to start your career as an Artist and other jobs like it

  • Start by honing your artistic skills. Practice drawing, painting, sculpting, or whichever medium you're interested in regularly. Take art classes, workshops, or online courses to learn new techniques and improve your abilities.
  • We mentioned this before but it’s worth re-emphasizing. Practicing your craft by making art is important. Put the time in. Consider branching out into other mediums as this can help you develop your skills in your area of focus.
  • Create a portfolio showcasing your best work. This should include a variety of pieces that demonstrate your skills and style. Your portfolio can be physical or digital, but it should be well-curated and updated regularly.
  • Start getting your work out there. Participate in local art shows, exhibitions, or craft fairs. Submit your work to galleries, contests, or online platforms. Collaborate with other artists or participate in community art projects. The goal is to get your work seen by a wider audience and start building your reputation.
  • If you want to live off your art you need to treat your art career as a business. Develop a marketing strategy to promote your work and attract potential clients or buyers. This may involve networking with other artists and art professionals, reaching out to galleries or art dealers, selling your work online, or even offering commissions. Stay active on social media, share your process, and engage with your audience to build a following.
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Education you need to become an Artist

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  • Bachelor Degree in Fine Arts
    The number of occurrences matches with Artist in our database.
    Avg. Duration:47 monthsAvg. Fees:$34,507Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in Fine Art
    The number of occurrences matches with Artist in our database.
    Avg. Duration:47 monthsAvg. Fees:$34,507Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in Illustration
    The number of occurrences matches with Artist in our database.
    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$35,241Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in Media Arts and Animation
    The number of occurrences matches with Artist in our database.
    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$24,075Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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Annual Pay Estimate for Artist and Other Important Info

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13.0 years
$45K
The average years of experience in the workforce prior to having this role
3.82 years
Mixed
The average number of roles it took our users to get to this one
3
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