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Drawing Tutor

Huntsville, AL · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

Charleston, SC · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

Gainesville, FL · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

Indianapolis, IN · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

Buffalo Grove, IL · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

Kingsport, TN · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

LA · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

Glen Cove, NY · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

TN · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

West Lafayette, IN · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

Rockville, MD · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

Woodstock, GA · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

Provo, UT · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

Hempstead, NY · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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Drawing Tutor

Madison, WI · Remote

$40/hr

Emphasizes seeing like an artist through careful observation and connects drawing to visual communication, design careers, and creative expression across artistic disciplines. * Curriculum Awareness ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for drawing artist in the United States is $129,541.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $152,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Drawing Artist, you need strong artistic abilities, an eye for detail, and solid foundational knowledge of drawing techniques, often supported by formal education or portfolio development. Familiarity with traditional drawing tools as well as digital illustration software such as Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator is often expected. Creativity, effective time management, and receptive communication skills help Drawing Artists excel in dynamic and collaborative environments. These competencies ensure the production of high-quality artwork that meets client or project specifications within set deadlines.

What is a Drawing Artist job?

A Drawing Artist creates visual artwork using various techniques such as pencil, ink, charcoal, or digital tools. They may work in industries like illustration, animation, advertising, or fine arts. Their responsibilities include sketching, conceptualizing ideas, and refining artwork based on client or project requirements. Strong creativity, attention to detail, and proficiency in artistic tools are essential for this role.

What are the typical career advancement opportunities for Drawing Artists?

Drawing Artists often start in entry-level or freelance positions, but with experience and a strong portfolio, they can advance to roles such as Lead Illustrator, Art Director, or Visual Designer. Opportunities to specialize—such as in concept art, animation, or graphic novels—can lead to positions in industries like advertising, film, publishing, or game development. Collaboration on larger creative teams may also open doors to supervisory roles or project leadership. Continuous skill development, networking, and staying current with industry trends can significantly enhance long-term career prospects.

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Drawing Instructor

CENTER FOR THE ARTS BONITA SPRINGS DBA Arts Bonita

Bonita Springs, FL • On-site

Part-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Drawing Instructor
OVERVIEW

Arts Bonita is looking for a PART-TIME Drawing Instructor to teach classes in our drawing program, designed to serve the large community of adult artists in our area. This position is ideal for an educator with a strong belief in the foundational importance of drawing across all artistic disciplines. The instructor will teach classes ranging from introductory level through advanced techniques, including our Atelier Figure Drawing program, which features weekly live model sessions. This role can grow over time as the program expands. Classes are between 2 and 3 hours in length and serve adult students. This is a year-round position as we offer programs in all seasons. This is a contract instructor role, with teaching assignments based on scheduled courses.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plan and lead drawing classes, workshops, and special events across multiple skill levels
  • Teach foundational drawing techniques including line, form, value, perspective, composition, and proportion
  • Teach observational drawing from still life, landscape, portrait and the figure
  • Demonstrate classical and contemporary drawing approaches and techniques
  • Articulate and advocate for the fundamental importance of drawing skills across all visual arts disciplines
  • Provide constructive feedback on students' technique, visual problem-solving, and artistic development
  • Assess and evaluate student progress across skill levels
  • Stay current with contemporary drawing practices, pedagogical approaches, and trends in representational and experimental drawing

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Fine Arts, Drawing, Illustration, or related field (preferred)
  • Professional experience as a practicing artist with a strong drawing foundation and demonstrable portfolio
  • Deep commitment to and articulate philosophy about the foundational importance of drawing in visual arts
  • Proven mastery of drawing techniques across multiple media and subject matter
  • Experience teaching figure drawing with live models (strongly preferred)
  • Experience directing models and composing poses for instructional purposes
  • Ability to teach students at all levels, from complete beginners through advanced practitioners
  • Prior teaching or workshop facilitation experience with adults (preferred)
  • Strong communication skills and ability to clearly explain complex visual concepts
  • Patience and ability to work well with adult learners of varying skill levels and learning styles
  • Enthusiasm for helping artists develop technical proficiency and visual literacy
  • Knowledge of art history, particularly drawing and draftsmanship traditions
  • Understanding of both classical atelier methods and contemporary drawing approaches

ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION

Arts Bonita has a dynamic and rapidly expanding arts program that takes pride in offering a diverse range of adult & youth classes in both visual and performing arts. We are dedicated to fostering creativity, expression, and skill development in our students, and we're on the lookout for exceptional educators to join our team. As a quality arts program, we believe in providing top-notch instruction to our students, and we're committed to nurturing the talents and passions of individuals of all skill levels. If you're a prospective teacher with a passion for the arts and a desire to make a meaningful impact, consider joining Arts Bonita as we continue to grow and inspire the artistic community