Art-Related Careers and Degrees

A calligrapher is an artist skilled in the art of decorative handwriting.

A graphic designer uses visual elements—like images, colors, typography, and layout—to communicate messages and ideas.

A makeup artist is skilled in the application of cosmetics to enhance the appearance of individuals, whether it be for personal or professional purposes.

A craft artist creates handmade objects or works of art using a variety of materials and techniques.

A printmaker specializes in creating artworks through printmaking techniques.

A sculptor is an artist who specializes in creating three-dimensional artworks by shaping, carving, or manipulating various materials.

A cartoonist specializes in creating cartoons, which are visual representations or illustrations that often accompany written content to convey a message or tell a story.

An art therapist uses art-making as a form of psychotherapy to help clients improve their emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being.

A multimedia animator creates animation and visual effects for various multimedia applications, such as video games, television shows, movies, advertisements, and websites.

A jeweler is a skilled artisan who works with precious metals, gemstones, and other materials to create and repair jewelry.

An engraver specializes in the art of engraving, a technique of incising intricate designs, patterns, or texts onto various surfaces, typically metal, wood, glass, or stone.

A photographer captures and creates images using a camera.

A commercial artist creates visual artworks for commercial purposes, primarily to promote and sell products, services, or ideas.

A technical artist is a specialized role in the field of computer graphics and video game development.

An artist is an individual who engages in the creation and expression of art.

A glass blower works with molten glass to create various glass objects through the process of glassblowing.

A painter is an artist who uses various materials, such as paint, brushes, and other tools, to create visual representations on a surface, typically a canvas or a wall.

An exhibit designer is responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and implementing exhibitions and displays for museums, galleries, trade shows, and other public spaces.

A potter is an artisan who specializes in the creation of pottery.

An illustrator is a visual artist who specializes in creating images and designs for various purposes, such as books, magazines, advertisements, and digital media.

A tattoo artist creates permanent designs on a person’s skin using special tools and ink.

A game artist is responsible for the visual elements of a video game.

An art teacher is an educator who specializes in teaching visual arts, such as drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media, to students of all ages.