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artistic painter

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Artistic painters create paintings in oil or water colours or pastel, miniatures, collages, and drawings executed directly by the artist and/or entirely under their control .

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Competences
34
Groups
3
Essential
20
Optional
14

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Essential knowledge 3 competences

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art history

The history of art and artists, the artistic trends throughout centuries and their contemporary evolutions.

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intellectual property law

The regulations that govern the set of rights protecting products of the intellect from unlawful infringement.

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labour 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.

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Essential skills and competences 17 competences

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contextualise artistic work

Identify influences and situate your work within a specific trend which may be of an artistic, aesthetic, or philosophical natures. Analyse the evolution of artistic trends, consult experts in the field, attend events, etc.

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create 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.

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create original drawings

Create original drawings, based on texts, thorough research and discussion with authors, journalists and specialists.

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create original paintings

Create paintings, drawing from your experience, inspiration and techniques.

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create sketches

Draw sketches to prepare for a drawing or as a standalone artistic technique.

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define artistic approach

Define your own artistic approach by analysing your previous work and your expertise, identifying the components of your creative signature, and starting from these explorations to describe your artistic vision.

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describe artistic experience

Take into consideration other areas of expertise or experience and identify elements relevant to your artistic approach.

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develop an artistic framework

Develop a specific framework for research, creation and completion of artistic work.

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develop visual elements

Imagine and apply visual elements such as line, space, colour, and mass to express emotions or ideas.

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gather reference materials for artwork

Gather samples of the materials you expect to use in the creation process, especially if the desired piece of art necessitates the intervention of qualified workers or specific production processes.

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maintain an artistic portfolio

Maintain portfolios of artistic work to show styles, interests, abilities and realisations.

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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.

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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.

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study artistic techniques

Study a variety of artistic techniques and learn how to apply them in concrete artistic projects.

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use artistic materials for drawing

Use artistic materials such as paint, paintbrushes, ink, watercolours, charcoal, oil, or computer software to create artwork.

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use genre painting techniques

Use a genre or academic painting and drawing techniques.

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use painting techniques

Apply painting techniques such as 'trompe l'oeil', 'faux finishing' and aging techniques.

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Optional skills and competences 14 competences

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assess conservation needs

Assess and list the needs for conservation/restoration, in relation to current use and planned future use.

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collaborate with technical experts on artworks

Collaborate with engineers, mechanics, and other technical experts to build, install and move pieces of art.

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develop artistic educational activities

Develop speeches, activities and workshops in order to foster access and comprehension to the artistic creation processes. It can address a particular cultural and artistic event such as a show or an exhibition, or it can be related to a specific discipline (theatre, dance, drawing, music, photography etc.). Liaise with storytelles, craftspeople and artists.

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develop artistic project budgets

Developing artistic project budgets for approval, estimating deadlines and material costs.

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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.

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ensure safety of exercise environment

Select the correct training environment and assess risks to ensure it provides a safe, clean and friendly fitness environment and that it will be the best use of the environment in which clients are exercising.

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paint sets

Painting set constructions and stage props.

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plan art educational activities

Plan and implement artistic facilities, performance, venues and museum-related educational activities and events.

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study artworks

Study styles, techniques, colours, textures, and materials used in works of art.

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submit preliminary artwork

Submit preliminary artwork or art project plans to clients for approval, leaving room for additional suggestions and changes.

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collaborate with a technical staff in artistic productions

Coordinate your artistic activities with others who specialise in the technical side of the project. Inform the technical staff of your plans and methods and obtain feedback on feasibility, cost, procedures and other relevant information. Be able to understand the vocabulary and the practises about technical issues

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develop educational resources

Create and develop educational resources for visitors, school groups, families and special interest groups.

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gather reference materials

Gathering reference materials such as drawings, illustrations and sketches, in the process of creating a painting or sculpture.

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keep personal administration

File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.

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