2. History of Artist and
Artisan
The history of artists and artisans is a rich tapestry that unfolds across
millennia and diverse civilizations. In ancient times, from Egypt to Greece,
they crafted sculptures, pottery, and textiles that mirrored their cultural
essence. Medieval Europe saw the formation of guilds, regulating the quality
of work and training apprentices, while the Renaissance brought forth
luminaries like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, whose masterpieces
endure. The Industrial Revolution's mechanization challenged traditional
craftsmanship, but it also birthed art movements like Romanticism and
Impressionism. In the 20th century, Picasso, Kahlo, and Warhol made
indelible marks. The Arts and Crafts movement advocated for handcrafted
goods, and today, artisans continue to thrive, crafting unique, sustainable
products in a world that values their creativity, tradition, and individuality.
3. Comparing Artist
to Artisans
Artists and artisans fill different roles in the art
sector. Artists work in the fine arts including painting,
illustration and sculpture while artisans are craftsmen
who work in textiles, pottery, glass and television,
long and round tables, room doors, etc. Usually, these
are manmade shapes (Ragans, 2005).
4. Responsibilities of
Artists vs. Artisans
Artists and artisans articulate a vision through their art or
craft. Fine artists work with paint, watercolor, pen and ink, or
illustrations, while artisans craft work like jewelry, glasswork,
pottery, or other functional products. Artists focus on creating
aesthetically pleasing works, while artisans' work focuses on
accessorizing functionality more than aesthetics. The work of
artists tends to be shown in museums or galleries, while
artisans' crafts are displayed in fairs, shops and in malls.
5. Artist
All fine artists first learn to sketch
and begin with a pencil and sketchpad
to work with an idea on paper. Artists
transfer their visions to canvas or other
medium, and this may mean working
in pencils, oil, watercolor or pastels.
Sculptors take their sketches and
create three dimensional (3D)
products from clay, marble, or other
material. Illustrators might work for a
publishing or animation company of
create original comic books. All artists'
work aims to create an overall reaction
from a viewer.
6. THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF AN
ARTIST INCLUDE:
Developing ideas for a canvas product.
Selecting a medium for a final work, including
texture, size, or area;
Collecting work of a portfolio.
Applying for grants for financial support.
7. Artisans
Artisans are craftsmen who make
practical artistic products, such as
earrings, urns, stained glass and
other accessories. Artisans gain their
knowledge by studying under master
craftsmen and then practicing with
continued study. Artisans work to
create something new, original and at
times, provocative. They spend a
good portion of their time selling and
promoting their items in various
marketplaces
8. The job responsibilities of an artisan include:
Using the mixing mediums like paint, metal, glass,
or fabric;
Shaping, gluing, sewing, testing and producing;
Displaying work at various sites including auctions,
craft shows or online markets; and
Estimating costs and material needs.
9. Artists Vs Artisan
Self Expressive
Creative Freedom
Subjective and
Abstract
Aesthetically Pleasing
Focus On Final Product
Objective and Straight
Forward
