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glass artist

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Glass artists create original artworks by assembling pieces of glass. They can be involved in restoration processes (such as those going on in cathedrals, churches, etc.) and can create accessoires, windows or decorations.

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Competences
25
Groups
3
Essential
17
Optional
8

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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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Cross-sector

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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 14 competences

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create tube hinges

Assemble tube hinges for stained glass objects, e.g. windows or boxes.

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solder lead came joints

Soldering of lead came windows and joints.

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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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cut glass

Use glass cutting tools or diamond blades to cut pieces out of glass plates, including mirrors.

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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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design stained glass

Create sketches and designs for stained glass objects, e.g. windows.

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determine image composition

Determine image composition, select and adjust subjects, equipment and lighting to achieve desired effects.

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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 design concept

Research information to develop new ideas and concepts for the design of a specific production. Read scripts and consult directors and other production staff members, in order to develop design concepts and plan productions.

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develop design ideas cooperatively

Share and develop design ideas with the artistic team. Conceptualise new ideas independently and with others. Present your idea, gain feedback and take it into account. Make sure the design fits with the work of other designers.

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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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select filler metal

Select optimal metal used for metal joining purposes, such as zinc, lead or copper metals, specifically for welding, soldering or brazing practices.

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add colour

Add the required colour according to specifications for tinting batch.

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use color matching techniques

Apply specific techniques in order to match different colours.

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Optional skills and competences 8 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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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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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.

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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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present exhibition

Present an exhibition and give educational lectures in a comprehensible way that is attractive to the public.

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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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keep personal administration

File and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.

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