Fine Art Painter

Responsibilities:

Create original paintings and artwork using mediums such as acrylic, oil, watercolour, or mixed media. Develop concepts, sketches, compositions, and colour palettes before producing final artwork. Interpret creative briefs, commissions, themes, or client requirements. Prepare canvases, boards, surfaces, paints, brushes, and other artistic materials. Apply different painting techniques to achieve desired textures, colours, depth, and visual effects. Produce artwork to a consistently high professional standard. Research artistic styles, techniques, subjects, and contemporary art trends. Make revisions and adjustments based on client or project feedback. Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment. Properly care for and maintain painting equipment and materials. Photograph and document completed artwork for portfolios, exhibitions, or promotional purposes. Meet agreed deadlines for commissioned or commercial artwork. Collaborate with clients, galleries, designers, photographers, or other creative professionals where required.

Requirements:

Proven experience as a fine art painter, artist, or in a similar creative role. Strong understanding of colour theory, composition, perspective, proportion, and light/shadow. Excellent drawing and painting skills. Experience working with one or more painting mediums, such as oil, acrylic, watercolour, or gouache. Strong attention to detail and a good eye for colour and visual balance. Creativity and the ability to develop original artistic concepts. Ability to interpret and work from references, briefs, or client instructions. Good time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. A strong portfolio demonstrating previous artwork is essential. Formal education in fine art, visual arts, or a related discipline is desirable but not always essential. Knowledge of art conservation, framing, or digital art tools would be an advantage. Good communication and interpersonal skills.