Art Careers

What is a Curator? A curator is a professional responsible for selecting, organizing, and caring for collections of artworks, historical artifacts, or cultural items in museums and galleries. They have to decide what art or artifacts are shown, and how to engage the public. They often conduct research and write the information that visitors read […]

What is a Make-up Artist? A make-up artist is a professional who applies cosmetics and uses various techniques to enhance or transform an individual’s appearance for different purposes such as fashion, entertainment, or events. FYI: In the UK the spelling ‘make-up’ is used, and in the USA ‘makeup’. What Skills does a Make-up Artist need? […]

Do you deliver any art careers lessons or activities to your students? An excellent art curriculum should include lessons and experiences that educate our students about the huge range of careers that an art education can lead to. This adds an extra layer of relevance for your students. Some students carry on with art at […]

By continuing to study art, you open the door to a large range of exciting art careers. If you want a career that you are excited to get up for work each day, read on. Perhaps you are at school and love your art lessons but don’t really know what to do with it? The […]

What is an Artist’s Agent? An artist’s agent is a professional representative who works on behalf of an artist to manage and promote their career. These agents serve as intermediaries between artists and potential clients, such as galleries, publishers, or brands, negotiating contracts, securing opportunities, and advocating for the artist’s interests. What Skills does an […]

What is an Art Gallery or Museum Educator? An Art Gallery or Museum Educator is a professional who specializes in creating and facilitating educational programs and experiences within art galleries and museums. Their role is to engage visitors of all ages and backgrounds in meaningful interactions with art and cultural artifacts. Educators design and lead […]