Ceramic Painter (Ceramic Manufacturing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
An artisan who uses brushes and paints to draw patterns and pictures on the unglazed body of ceramics, completing the decoration through firing.
Description
Ceramic painters are specialists who decorate the bisque-fired or dried clay body of ceramics after forming and drying, using diverse techniques such as blue underglaze, polychrome enamels, and overglaze painting, and complete the product through glazing and final firing. They create patterns, plan color schemes, depict fine details with brushwork, mix pigments and mediums, and manage firing temperatures and times, requiring chemical knowledge as well. There is demand across a wide range from traditional crafts to tableware and interior ceramics, requiring handwork precision and aesthetic sensibility.
Future Outlook
With the succession of traditional crafts and demand for high-quality ceramics, the value of hand-painted decoration is expected to be maintained. Expansion of tourism and interior markets as well as overseas demand is anticipated, while training successors remains a challenge.
Personality Traits
Creative / Dexterous Hands, Skilled in Detailed Work / Excellent Aesthetic Sense / High Concentration / Patient
Work Style
Contract Manufacturing / Freelance / Manufacturer Employment / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice Painter → Painter → Chief Painter → Technical Instructor/Trainer → Freelance Artist/Independent
Required Skills
Brush Line Drawing Technique / Color Design / Fine Painting / Firing Condition Management / Glaze Mixing / Painting Techniques
Recommended Skills
3D Modeling / Design Software (Adobe) / Drawing / English Document Reading / Traditional Crafts Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To accurately draw intricate patterns. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To create original designs and colors. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Only basic calculations for proportions and mixtures; advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Ceramics Manufacturing Technician
- Traditional Craftsman (Ceramics)
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