Also called: Potter, Ceramicist
Makes pottery and ceramic art, from mugs and bowls to sculptures.
A potter throws dozens of mugs on a wheel in the morning, trims and glazes yesterday's batch, and loads the kiln at night. Weekend craft fairs and online shops are where sales happen. Many teach pottery classes too.
Based on BLS craft artists, May 2024 estimates. Craft income varies hugely; many artisans sell through markets, Etsy, galleries, and commissions.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. BFA common; many learn at community studios.
Ways in: 4-year college, Self-taught. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Ceramics, Fine Arts, Studio Art.
Growing slowly (about 0% over 10 years). Little change projected for craft artists.
Low risk for 10 years. Factories make cheap mugs, but handmade pottery is the value; AI barely touches the craft.
Classes: Ceramics, Art 3-D Design, Chemistry.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-1012.
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