Art Careers

It’s refreshing to read a book that loudly acknowledges that the routes into a creative career often differ from those of an academic career. To art teachers this is obvious, but to schools who promote the sausage factory conveyor belt to University, the parents who hear their mantra and the students who absorb it, it […]

What is a Special Effects (SFX) Make-Up Artist? A special effects makeup artist is a skilled professional who uses makeup, prosthetics, and other materials to create realistic effects on actors for movies, TV shows, theatre, or events. They design and apply looks that range from ageing characters to creating wounds, monsters, or fantasy creatures. Special […]

What is a Tattoo Artist? A tattoo artist is a skilled professional who creates permanent designs on the skin using needles and ink. They work closely with clients to understand their ideas and turn them into unique and meaningful tattoos. Tattoo artists need strong artistic skills and a deep understanding of the human body to […]

What is a Videographer or Camera Operator? A camera operator is a person who controls and moves the camera to capture the scenes and actions in movies, television shows, or videos, following the director’s instructions. A videographer is a person who records videos and often edits them, handling everything from setting up the camera and […]

What is a Concept Artist for Video Games? A concept artist for video games visualises and designs characters, environments, and objects, creating the initial visual ideas that guide the development of the game’s aesthetics and world. What Skills does a Concept Artist for Video Games need? To become a concept artist for video games, you’ll […]

What is a Set Designer? A set designer (or scenic designer) is the person who designs and creates the visible space, including scenery, props, and furniture, for theatrical, film, or television productions. They aim to create the right atmosphere to help tell the story. What Skills does a Set Designer need? To become a set […]