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Glass-blower

Glass-blowers design, produce and decorate glass artefacts such as stained glass windows, mirrors and architectural glass. Some glass-blowers specialise in restoring, renovating and repairing original pieces. They may also work as scientific glass-blowers, designing and repairing laboratory glass.

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Rate 5 of the 15 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.

tend kiln for glass painting

create artwork

maintain an artistic portfolio

design stained glass

select artistic materials to create artworks

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (15)

labour legislationlabour legislationLegislation, on a national or international level, that governs labour conditions in various fields between labour parties such as the government, employees, employers, and trade unions.intellectual property lawintellectual property lawThe regulations that govern the set of rights protecting products of the intellect from unlawful infringement.tend kiln for glass paintingtend kiln for glass paintingTend kilns which are used to affix paint on glass. They may tend gas or electric kilns.create artworkcreate artworkCut, shape, fit, join, mould, or otherwise manipulate materials in an attempt to create a selected artwork-be the technical processes not mastered by the artist or used as a specialist.maintain an artistic portfoliomaintain an artistic portfolioMaintain portfolios of artistic work to show styles, interests, abilities and realisations.design stained glassdesign stained glassCreate sketches and designs for stained glass objects, e.g. windows.select artistic materials to create artworksselect artistic materials to create artworksSelect artistic materials based on strength, colour, texture, balance, weight, size, and other characteristics that should guarantee the feasibility of the artistic creation regarding the expected sha...cut glasscut glassUse glass cutting tools or diamond blades to cut pieces out of glass plates, including mirrors.manipulate glassmanipulate glassManipulate the properties, shape and size of glass.monitor art scene developmentsmonitor art scene developmentsMonitor artistic events, trends, and other developments. Read recent art publications in order to develop ideas and to keep in touch with relevant art world activities.study artistic techniquesstudy artistic techniquesStudy a variety of artistic techniques and learn how to apply them in concrete artistic projects.maintain glass thicknessmaintain glass thicknessMaintain the specified thickness of glass by adjusting the speed of rolls on the kiln.observe glass under heatobserve glass under heatObserve the characteristics of the glass already set into the kiln so that cracking, warping or blistering is avoided.design objects to be crafteddesign objects to be craftedSketch, draw or design sketches and drawings from memory, live models, manufactured products or reference materials in the process of crafting and sculpting.study artworksstudy artworksStudy styles, techniques, colours, textures, and materials used in works of art.
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ceramics glazesceramics glazesThe characteristics, compounds and application of different glaze types such as raw or frit glazes.glass coatingsglass coatingsCoatings used to protect glass from damage, to influence its behaviour when damaged, to keep harmful UV rays out, and others. Their usage cases, advantages and disadvantages and price points.inspect glass sheetinspect glass sheetInspect the drawn sheets of glass in order to detect any flows such as blisters or stones, signalling the defective glass sheets.collaborate with technical experts on artworkscollaborate with technical experts on artworksCollaborate with engineers, mechanics, and other technical experts to build, install and move pieces of art.discuss artworkdiscuss artworkIntroduce and discuss the nature and content of art work, achieved or to be produced with an audience, art directors, catalogue editors, journalists, and other parties of interest.submit preliminary artworksubmit preliminary artworkSubmit preliminary artwork or art project plans to clients for approval, leaving room for additional suggestions and changes.form bed for glassform bed for glassForm a bed for glass on the metal trays by spreading plasters of paris using rollers or pallete knifes.keep records of work progresskeep records of work progressMaintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.position glass on traysposition glass on traysPosition the glass on the specific kiln trays using the tongs.participate in artistic mediation activitiesparticipate in artistic mediation activitiesParticipate in cultural and artistic mediation activities: announce the activity, give a presentation or talk related to a piece of art or an exhibition, teach a class or a group, lead artistic mediat...

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Frequently asked questions

What does a glass-blower do?

Glass-blowers design, produce and decorate glass artefacts such as stained glass windows, mirrors and architectural glass. Some glass-blowers specialise in restoring, renovating and repairing original pieces. They may also work as scientific glass-blowers, designing and repairing laboratory glass.

What skills does a glass-blower need?

A glass-blower needs 15 essential skills, including labour legislation, intellectual property law, tend kiln for glass painting, create artwork, maintain an artistic portfolio.

Will AI replace glass-blower jobs?

The AI disruption score for glass-blower is 21/100 (low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: inspect glass sheet, keep records of work progress, maintain glass thickness. Most resilient: manipulate glass, position glass on trays, tend kiln for glass painting.

Quick Facts

SectorDesign
ISCO GroupHandicraft and printing workers
Essential Skills15

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