Ceramic Artist- On Call/ Part Time

**Position:** PART TIME – ON CALL Ceramic Artist

**Location:** Treasure Pots, Dubai, UAE

**Job Description:**

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Ceramic Artist to join our team on an ‘on call’ or ‘part time’ basis, NOT A FIXED SCHEDULE .

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in ceramics, including hand-building, wheel throwing, glazing, and firing techniques. You will have the opportunity to create original pieces, teach workshops, and collaborate with other artists in a dynamic studio environment. Good communication skills and a positive attitude are crucial.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Create a variety of ceramic pieces, including functional ware and artistic sculptures with clients on the wheel and via handbuilding.

- Experiment with different clay bodies, glazes, and firing techniques.

- Conduct workshops for beginners and advanced students.

- Maintain a clean and organized studio space.

- Engage with the local community to promote ceramic arts.

-Must be able to operate Kilns and all relevant machinery.

o High level of artistic skill is necessary

o Stamina and endurance are essential for this role

o Expertise in clay preparation, recycling, hygiene maintenance, design, glazing, kiln firing, quality control, and studio management is required.

o As a ceramic artisan/potter, you will typically work with various types of blueprints and manual tools to bring your artistic creations to life. Blueprints in the context of pottery may refer to design sketches, patterns, or templates that outline the shape, size, and details of the ceramic pieces you intend to create. These blueprints serve as a guide for your work and help you visualize the final product before starting the crafting process.

o When it comes to manual tools, ceramic artists and potters use a wide range of equipment to sculpt, shape, and refine clay into intricate forms. Some common manual tools used in ceramics include:

o Potter's Wheel: A rotating wheel used to shape and mold clay into symmetrical forms such as bowls, vases, and cups.

o Clay Knives and Cutters: Sharp tools used for cutting and shaping clay with precision.

o Rolling Pins: Tools for flattening and smoothing out clay to prepare it for shaping.

o Ribs and Scrapers: Tools with curved or straight edges used to refine and shape clay surfaces.

o Loop Tools: Cutting tools with a looped end, ideal for sculpting and detailing clay.

o Modeling Tools: Versatile tools with various tips for molding, sculpting, and creating textures on clay.

o Sponges and Brushes: Tools for applying glazes, slip, and water to clay surfaces for finishing touches.

o Kiln Tools: Equipment for loading and unloading ceramic pieces into the kiln for firing.

o These manual tools play a crucial role in the ceramic-making process, allowing artisans and potters to transform raw clay into functional or decorative pieces of art. Mastery of these tools, along with a keen understanding of blueprints and design concepts, will enable you to bring your creative vision to fruition in the form of unique and beautifully crafted ceramic works.

o Wil be required to make ceramic items for ‘ready to paint’ purposes for clients who only wish to paint ceramics and not make them themselves. This may be done twice or three times a month.

- Accommodation and transportation are NOT included.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED4,000.00 per month