Australian GovernmentStudy Australia

Sculptors conceive and create three-dimensional forms to communicate impressions and ideas by carving or modelling materials, such as wood, stone, clay and metal, or assembling found and manufactured materials.

What the job involves

  • Conceives and develops ideas, designs and styles for sculptures

  • Sketches designs of proposed sculptures, and makes wax and plaster models

  • Devises forms from metal using welding and metalworking equipment, and from stone using masonry tools

  • Carves and forms materials to desired shape using hand and power tools