Freelance Artist Courses
A Freelance Artist creates and sells art in various mediums, specialising in themes, taking commissions, and managing their marketing.
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Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Freelance Artist
Get qualified to work as a Freelance Artist with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
CUA60720
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Blended, On Campus
The CUA60720 Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts will help you develop a professional arts practice while learning art theory, creativity and business skills. You can specialise in painting, pottery, ceramics, glasswork, photo imaging, sculpture, jewellery, and textiles — and you’ll graduate with a body of creative work ready for exhibition and sale. The course gives equal weight to both technical skills and arts business administration.
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Estimated fee
From $29,000
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Blended, On Campus
The Bachelor of Fine Arts is a dynamic course designed for students passionate about the visual and performing arts. This degree offers a diverse range of specialisations, including painting, sculpture, photography, and theatre. Students will explore their creative talents, develop technical skills, and gain an understanding of contemporary art practices. The course emphasises hands-on experience, critical thinking, and artistic expression. Ideal for aspiring artists and performers, it prepares graduates ...
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From $29,000
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CUA40620
Duration
4 months - 6 months
Embrace your ancestry and cultural identity with the CUA40620 Certificate IV in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts. It’s a nationally recognised training course that teaches you how to establish yourself as an artist and build a commercial practice. The course covers: drawing, painting, art history and theory, textiles, prints, stencilling, colour theory and design.
Enquire now for the next opportunities for enrolment — you must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent to enrol i...
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4 months - 6 months
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How much does a Freelance Artist earn?
In Australia, a full time Freelance Artist generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Freelance Artist?
This industry has seen an increase in employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 11,000 people working as an artist in Australia compared to 8,700 five years ago. Freelance Artists may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Freelance Artist?
If you’re planning a career as a Freelance Artist, consider enrolling in an Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts. You’ll learn about art theory, creativity and business skills and develop the skills to set up a professional arts practice. This course allows you to specialise in painting, pottery, ceramics, glasswork, photo imaging, sculpture, jewellery or textiles.
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A Freelance Artist produces art pieces in a range of mediums. You might specialise in a type of artwork such as sculptures or paintings and you might put together collections of work in various themes. Freelance Artists may display their work for sale online or in an exhibition or gallery. You may also take commissions for customers who want to buy a specific piece of work.
Freelance Artists should have strong technical skills and a creative mind. It’s important you can work to a deadline and produce pieces of high quality. Freelance Artists should be able to communicate well with customers and may need to carry out a range of administrative tasks when marketing and selling their work.
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