Fine Artist

Code: 27-1013.00

Also known as: Artist, Automotive Artist, Blacksmith, Fine Artist, Ice Carver, Illustrator, Muralist, Painter, Portrait Artist, Sculptor

Description: Creating art involves more than simply drawing a picture on a page. Art is an investment of mind, body and soul, all working together to bring something to life that simply can't be expressed in words.Fine Artists create the crafts and visual images that captivate our eyes. These talents put a piece of themselves into their various works of art and illustrations.These creative professionals belong to a unique population of the United States work force where formal education is not required. While one might pursue a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts or a related subject, inane talent and creativity can't be found in a school. Still, a degree can help with job advancement in certain fields, such as advertising and computer aided design.

Fine Artist

Typical wages


10% $19,570
25% $31,200
Median $52,340
75% $78,410
90% $122,900
10% $9.41
25% $15
Median $25.16
75% $37.7
90% $59.09

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
28,300
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
28,600
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 2,700