intellectual property law
The regulations that govern the set of rights protecting products of the intellect from unlawful infringement.
Glass-blowers design, produce and decorate glass artefacts such as stained glass windows, mirrors and architectural glass. Some glass-blowers specialise in restoring, renovating and repairing original pieces. They may also work as scientific glass-blowers, designing and repairing laboratory glass.
Competences and skills
25 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
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Sector-specific
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Cross-sector
2 competenceslabour legislation
Legislation, on a national or international level, that governs labour conditions in various fields between labour parties such as the government, employees, employers, and trade unions.
Essential skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
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Sector-specific
9 competencescreate artwork
Cut, shape, fit, join, mould, or otherwise manipulate materials in an attempt to create a selected artwork-be the technical processes not mastered by the artist or used as a specialist.
cut glass
Use glass cutting tools or diamond blades to cut pieces out of glass plates, including mirrors.
design objects to be crafted
Sketch, draw or design sketches and drawings from memory, live models, manufactured products or reference materials in the process of crafting and sculpting.
design stained glass
Create sketches and designs for stained glass objects, e.g. windows.
maintain an artistic portfolio
Maintain portfolios of artistic work to show styles, interests, abilities and realisations.
monitor art scene developments
Monitor artistic events, trends, and other developments. Read recent art publications in order to develop ideas and to keep in touch with relevant art world activities.
select artistic materials to create artworks
Select artistic materials based on strength, colour, texture, balance, weight, size, and other characteristics that should guarantee the feasibility of the artistic creation regarding the expected shape, color, etc.- even though the result might vary from it. Artistic materials such as paint, ink, water colours, charcoal, oil, or computer software can be used as much as garbage, living products (fruits, etc) and any kind of material depending on the creative project.
study artistic techniques
Study a variety of artistic techniques and learn how to apply them in concrete artistic projects.
study artworks
Study styles, techniques, colours, textures, and materials used in works of art.
Cross-sector
4 competencesmaintain glass thickness
Maintain the specified thickness of glass by adjusting the speed of rolls on the kiln.
manipulate glass
Manipulate the properties, shape and size of glass.
observe glass under heat
Observe the characteristics of the glass already set into the kiln so that cracking, warping or blistering is avoided.
tend kiln for glass painting
Tend kilns which are used to affix paint on glass. They may tend gas or electric kilns.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
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Sector-specific
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Cross-sector
2 competencesceramics glazes
The characteristics, compounds and application of different glaze types such as raw or frit glazes.
glass coatings
Coatings used to protect glass from damage, to influence its behaviour when damaged, to keep harmful UV rays out, and others. Their usage cases, advantages and disadvantages and price points.
Optional skills and competences 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencescollaborate with technical experts on artworks
Collaborate with engineers, mechanics, and other technical experts to build, install and move pieces of art.
discuss artwork
Introduce and discuss the nature and content of art work, achieved or to be produced with an audience, art directors, catalogue editors, journalists, and other parties of interest.
participate in artistic mediation activities
Participate in cultural and artistic mediation activities: announce the activity, give a presentation or talk related to a piece of art or an exhibition, teach a class or a group, lead artistic mediation activities, lead or participate in a public discussion.
submit preliminary artwork
Submit preliminary artwork or art project plans to clients for approval, leaving room for additional suggestions and changes.
Cross-sector
4 competencesform bed for glass
Form a bed for glass on the metal trays by spreading plasters of paris using rollers or pallete knifes.
inspect glass sheet
Inspect the drawn sheets of glass in order to detect any flows such as blisters or stones, signalling the defective glass sheets.
keep records of work progress
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
position glass on trays
Position the glass on the specific kiln trays using the tongs.