Painters, sculptors and other visual artists

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

• Painters

• Create drawings, paintings and other artwork using oils, pastels, watercolours, charcoal, ink and other media.

• Sculptors

• Create sculptures, statues and other three-dimensional artwork by shaping, carving and working with materials such as clay, ice, paper, stone, wood or metal.

• Art instructors and teachers

• Teach students the techniques and methods of drawing, painting, sculpting and other forms of artistic expression.

• Creative ability and talent, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, and knowledge of the safe use of materials, tools and equipment are required. Art programs are offered at universities, colleges and private art schools.

• A college diploma in fine arts techniques may be required.

• Art instructors and teachers may be required to have a university degree or college diploma in a field related to art.