Pressed Flower Artist
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and creative Pressed Flower Artist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for botanical artistry, an eye for design, and the ability to transform pressed flowers into beautiful and unique framed artworks. As a Pressed Flower Artist, you will be responsible for the entire process of flat pressing flowers, preserving their natural beauty, and creating aesthetically pleasing designs to produce stunning framed flower art.
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Responsibilities:
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Flat Pressing:
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Carefully select and collect a variety of flowers and foliage for pressing. Utilize appropriate techniques to press flowers, ensuring their preservation and maintenance of color.
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Design and Composition:
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Creatively design and arrange pressed flowers into visually appealing compositions. Consider color harmony, balance, and overall aesthetics in each framed piece.
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Framing:
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Select suitable frames and backings for each pressed flower composition.
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Assemble framed artworks with precision and attention to detail.
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Artistic Innovation:
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Stay informed about current trends in pressed flower art and botanical design. Continuously explore new techniques and materials to enhance artistic innovation.
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Quality Control:
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Ensure the quality of each pressed flower artwork meets established standards. Conduct inspections to identify and rectify any imperfections.
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Customer Interaction:
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Interact with customers to understand their preferences and custom design requirements.
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Provide excellent customer service and address inquiries related to the art pieces.
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Inventory Management:
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Manage and organize an inventory of pressed flowers, framing materials, and finished artworks.
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Monitor supplies and reorder as necessary.
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Requirements:
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Must not have desire to start or manage your own company
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Proven experience as a Pressed Flower Artist or similar role.
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Demonstrated artistic ability with a strong portfolio of pressed flower artworks.
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Knowledge of various flower species and their preservation techniques.
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Familiarity with different framing styles and materials.
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Strong attention to detail and precision in design and assembly.
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Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
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Effective communication skills and a customer-oriented approach.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
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Compensation and Scheduling:
You will be paid a base price per each fully completed piece, 50% upon booking and 50% upon completion. Payout prices vary based on frame size. Prices per completed piece is open to negotiation based on experience and employee needs.
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If you are a creative individual with a passion for botanical art and the ability to turn pressed flowers into captivating framed artworks, we invite you to apply for this exciting Pressed Flower Artist position. Join us in bringing the beauty of nature into homes through your unique and artistic creations.