3411 — Artists
Medium Skilled
Sources checked 26 October 2026. Match the actual duties before choosing a code.
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What this occupation covers
Artists create artistic works using appropriate techniques, materials and media; design artwork and illustrations; and restore damaged pieces of art.
Typical duties
conceives and develops ideas and ways of working for artistic composition
selects appropriate materials, medium and method
prepares sketches, scale drawings or colour schemes
builds up composition into finished work by carving, sculpting, etching, painting, engraving, drawing, etc.
approaches managers of galleries and exhibitions in order to get finished work displayed
uses artistic skills to restore damaged artworks
liaises with writers and publishers to produce book illustrations
markets and sells finished work directly to customers
produces works on commission basis for clients
Entry routes and qualifications
No specific academic qualifications are required although a variety of vocational qualifications, degrees and postgraduate courses are available. Entry can be based upon portfolio work.
Sponsorship information
Medium Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.
Immigration Salary List: 3411 Artists – all jobs. Nations: England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland. Removal: 31 December 2026.
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