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27-1013.00   Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators

O*NET SOC Title
Lay Titles
Technical Artist
Technical Illustrator
O*NET SOC Description
Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.
O*NET SOC Tasks
Collaborate with engineers, mechanics, and other technical experts as necessary to build and install creations.
Create sketches, profiles, or likenesses of posed subjects or photographs, using any combination of freehand drawing, mechanical assembly kits, and computer imaging.
Examine and test paintings in need of restoration or cleaning to determine techniques and materials to be used.
Study different techniques to learn how to apply them to artistic endeavors.
Study styles, techniques, colors, textures, and materials used in works undergoing restoration to ensure consistency during the restoration process.
Teach artistic techniques to children or adults.
Use materials such as pens and ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, or computer software to create artwork.
Detailed Work Activities
Collaborate with others to determine technical details of productions.
Create computer-generated graphics or animation.
Determine technical requirements of productions or projects.
Draw detailed or technical illustrations.