Fine Artist

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Fine artists create works of art to communicate ideas, thoughts, or feelings. They use many methods, such as painting, sculpting, or illustration, to express their ideas. They also use many different means, such as oils, plaster, clay, bronze and computers.

 Most Fine Artists are self-motivated. They view their art as a means of self-exploration. The works of Fine Artist are displayed in a variety of places, including museums, galleries, gift shops, public buildings and private homes.

 Some artwork is commissioned. For these pieces, artists meet with clients to discuss objectives, ideas, and theme to be portrayed. Most artwork, however, is created by Artists and bought by people who like the item. Because there is no guarantee that artwork will sell, many Fine Artists hold other jobs. Some teach art or work as Art Critics and Consultants for institutions that invest in art and many also work art jobs very different from their work as Artists.