Craft Artist
こうげいびじゅつか
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist profession that plans, creates, and presents functional or decorative crafts using diverse materials and techniques.
Description
Craft artists create works using techniques such as sculpture, forming, weaving, and polishing on materials like ceramics, metal, glass, wood, and lacquer. While learning traditional handcraft techniques, they pursue unique designs and concepts, exhibiting at solo shows, group exhibitions, art fairs, etc., and collaborate with galleries and museums to sell their works. In addition to production, they handle material procurement, tool management, process planning to aftercare consistently, as well as coordination with clients and collaborators, and marketing activities.
Future Outlook
Amid growing interest in handcrafts and high-value-added products, demand is expanding for works that fuse traditional techniques with new materials and digital technologies. Opportunities for online sales and overseas expansion are also increasing.
Personality Traits
Creative / Detail-oriented / Excellent aesthetic sense / Patient
Work Style
Atelier Employment / Commissioned Production / Exhibition Participation / Freelance Sole Proprietor / Office Work
Career Path
Apprenticeship as Apprentice or Assistant → Workshop Employment → Independent Workshop Establishment → Gallery Artist Contract → International Exhibition
Required Skills
Color Sense / Drawing / Finishing Techniques / Hand Carving Sculpture Techniques / Material Knowledge
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling / English Proficiency (Overseas Transactions) / Marketing / Photography
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine finishing and precision determine the quality of the work. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Essential creativity to produce unique forms and designs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because sensory work is the main focus rather than precise calculations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mainly because production is done individually. |
Aliases
- Craft Artist
- Craft Maker
- Craftsman
Related Jobs
- Ceramic Artist
- Glass Craftsman
- Metal Craftsman
- Sculptor
- Textile Artist