Potter Or Ceramic Artist
OSCA 231732·ANZSCO 211412
890
55.2%
75.5%
49 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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Courses linked to this job include Diploma of Ceramics.
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About this career
Conceives and creates functional or artistic articles by moulding clay, glass and other fusible materials using hand-building and wheel techniques.
What they typically do
- Designs and plans functional or artistic articles made from clay, glass or other fusible materials
- Prepares clay by kneading, wedging and conditioning to achieve the desired consistency
- Shapes and moulds the clay into different forms and designs using various techniques such as wheel throwing, hand-building and carving
- Applies glazes and other surface treatments to pottery or ceramics to enhance its appearance, and adds unique colours, textures and patterns using techniques like brushwork, dipping, spraying, or wax resist
- Loads pottery into kilns and oversees the firing process
- Inspects finished pottery and ceramics for any defects or flaws, such as cracks, glaze irregularities or structural weaknesses
Where they work
States and territories
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Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Potter Or Ceramic Artist.
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Diploma of Ceramics
CUA51225 · AQF 5 · 1 providers