Glass Enamel Painter
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who applies base treatment to glass products, paints patterns or designs with paint, and fires them in a kiln to fix the paint.
Description
Glass enamel painters draw pictures or patterns on tableware, decorative items, interior glass products, etc., using brushes or airbrushes, and fire them in a kiln to fix the paint. First, they polish and clean the glass surface to prepare the base, mix enamel paints or glass pigments, and apply multiple layers according to colors and designs. After painting, they repeat drying and firing to achieve a durable finish without cracks or peeling. For finishing, they apply polishing or coating and conduct quality inspections. They handle both traditional techniques and new materials, requiring high artistic sensibility and technical skills.
Future Outlook
Supported by demand for traditional crafts and high-end tableware, there is a stable market, and it is also gaining attention in tourist souvenirs, interiors, and wedding markets. Prospects for expanding opportunities through skill inheritance and online sales growth.
Personality Traits
Excellent Aesthetic Sense / High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Exhibition Participation / OEM Contract Manufacturing / Online Sales / Self-employed Individual Workshop / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice → Enamel Painter Artisan → Lead Artisan/Workshop Leader → Independent/Workshop Establishment → Instructor/Lecturer
Required Skills
Brush Work / Drying and Firing Temperature Management / Glass Base Treatment / Kiln Firing Operation / Paint Mixing
Recommended Skills
CAD / Color Theory and Design Basics / English (Customer Service) / Work Photography and Presentation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Need to accurately reproduce fine patterns and color gradations. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity in devising colors and designs is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly sitting work with low physical load. |
Related Qualifications
- Glass Skilled Worker
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