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A Potter creates art pieces using clay as their main medium. You might create pieces designed for functional use such as bowls or vases or you may produce work meant for artistic display. Potters use equipment such as a pottery wheel and a kiln and may use techniques such as glazing or decorating. You might create individual pottery pieces for display or for sale or you might develop a collection of works for an exhibition.
Potters need excellent creative skills and must have a good eye for detail. You should be talented at a range of pottery techniques and be able to produce pieces suitable for sale to buyers. You’ll need to be able to address customer needs and be in tune with market demands. If you’re working closely with buyers or other potters you’ll need to be a good communicator.
There are 7 courses available for people who want to become a Potter. These are the top 5 most popular courses.
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The CUA41320 Certificate IV in Visual Arts is an exciting 1 year course for anyone wanting to bring their creative interests to a professional level. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you the history and theory of visual arts while developing your techniques as an artist in drawing, sculpture, wood objects and 3D digital design. Graduate with a completed project ready for exhibition. Enquire now for the list of study units and instructions for enrolment..
Average duration: 12 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 in this qualification..
Develop a professional arts practice with the CUA20420 Certificate II in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts. This nationally recognised qualification develops your skills in drawing as well as your understanding of Aboriginal cultural arts. During your studies you’ll be producing art works that express your own Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identity and you’ll have the opportunity to explore a range of mediums (ceramics, video art, digital imaging, jewellery-making, painting, sculpture, printmaking, dance, textile work). Enquire now for the full list of study units, entry requirements, and course opportunities in your area..
Average duration: 6 months.
Are you Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and seeking a career in the visual arts? How about the CUA20320 Certificate II in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts Industry Work. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to investigate and present the features of your own culture in visual art forms. During your studies you will learn workplace communication and safety, personal productivity, following Aboriginal cultural protocols, storing finished creative works, and much more. You can also develop your arts practice in ceramics, digital imaging, drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, textiles, and woodworking. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, visual arts competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Are you considering a career in the visual arts? The CUA10320 - Certificate I in Visual Arts is a great way to get started. This nationally recognised qualification develops your drawing techniques and creative ideas, plus teaches you how to use a range of digital technologies and art industry software. The course begins with workplace safety and communication essentials, then allows you to specialise in a number of interest areas including: textiles, painting, indigenous art, furniture, metal and plastics. Sound good? Enquire now for the list of study units (and their availability) as well as training providers who deliver this course..
In Australia, a full time Potter generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 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.
The number of people working as a Potter has stayed about the same in recent years. It is a profession with a small number of workers though and Australia currently has 520 people working in this role. Potters can find work in all areas of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’d like to embark on a career as a Potter you could consider enrolling in a Certificate I in Visual Arts. This qualification addresses a range of art forms and is a great way to experiment with art techniques. You could further your knowledge and skills with a Certificate IV in Visual Arts or specialise in a particular area with a course such as a Certificate II or III in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts.
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Here are some potential career pathways within arts and craft. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Arts and Craft
Art Gallery Assistant
$960 weekly pay
Art Studio Assistant
Artist
Painter
Picture Framer
Potter
Screen Printer
Sculptor
Art Consultant
$1,500 weekly pay
Art Director
$1,450 weekly pay
Art Gallery Director
$1,340 weekly pay
Arts Administrator
$1,250 weekly pay
Craftsperson
Fine Artist
Freelance Artist
Illustrator
Jeweller
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