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An Artist uses their skills to create pieces for sale or for public viewing. You might specialise in a particular kind of artwork such as paintings and drawings or sculptures and 3D models. You may use traditional media or make use of specific items such as recycled materials. An Artist will usually come up with their own designs but you may be commissioned to produce a particular piece of work for a buyer. Artists often hold exhibitions of their work or display their pieces for purchase either online or at a gallery or public space.
Being an Artist requires creativity and imagination but you’ll also need skill and talent in your chosen artistic field. You’ll have to be able to collaborate with other artists or with people and organisations who are commissioning your work. It’s important that you can communicate and you should be able to manage several artistic projects at one time.
There are 16 courses available for people who want to become an Artist. 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.
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..
Average duration: 6 months.
The CUA51120 Diploma of Visual Arts supports your career in photography, ceramics, painting, digital art, printmaking, sculpting, and fashion — or for further developing your creative hobbies and artistic interests. It’s the perfect blend of creative arts history, theory, and practice. Over 12 months you’ll be refining your practical skills across a range of mediums, plus realising and presenting a body of your own creative work. Even better, you’ll have the opportunity to join an international study tour to the world’s artistic hotspots such as Milan, Paris, New York, Shanghai, Hong Kong. Enquire now for the list of study choices and details of the portfolio submission required at enrolment. .
Work alongside a professional photographer or just indulge your personal creativity and love of photography with the CUA31120 Certificate III in Visual Arts. This nationally recognised training course will help you develop a creative arts practice and teach you how to produce commercial grade photographs. Over 6 months you will be: exploring the use of colour, extending your critical thinking skills, producing digital images, producing prints, using wet darkroom techniques to produce monochrome photographs. Enquire now for the list of training centres and study dates..
The CUA30720 Certificate III in Design Fundamentals will boost your career in photography, graphic design, and desktop publishing. Over 6 months you will learn the fundamentals of colour, drawing, digital imagery and the production of 2D and 3D images — graduating with a nationally recognised qualification and ready to work in a photography or design role. Enquire now to discuss your study options..
In Australia, a full time Artist 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 an Artist in Australia has increased steadily and there are now 11,000 people in this role. This number has increased from 8,700 five years ago. Artists may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’d like to start a career as an Artist you could enrol in a Certificate I in Visual Arts. This qualification allows you to experiment with a range of different art forms including drawing, sculptures and metalwork. You could also consider a Certificate II in Design Fundamentals or a Certificate II in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts.
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Here are some potential career pathways within aboriginal studies and 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.
Aboriginal Studies
Artist
$960 weekly pay
Painter
Aboriginal Dance Instructor
Heritage Consultant
$1,350 weekly pay
Indigenous Land Worker
Land Management Officer
$1,250 weekly pay
Cultural Heritage Consultant
$1,500 weekly pay
Government Policy Advisor
$1,820 weekly pay
Policy Adviser
Arts and Craft
Art Gallery Assistant
Art Studio Assistant
Picture Framer
Potter
Screen Printer
Sculptor
Art Consultant
Art Director
$1,450 weekly pay
Art Gallery Director
$1,340 weekly pay
Arts Administrator
Craftsperson
Fine Artist
Freelance Artist
Illustrator
Jeweller
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