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Kah Landscaping

Landscape Designer

Botkins, OH · On-site

$30K - $110K/yr

Design high-end landscapes with significant artistic input. * Collaborative Environment: Work with a team of dedicated and passionate professionals. * Legacy of Excellence: Join a company with a long ...

Aqua Terra

Landscape Designer

Carrollton, TX · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

... Landscape Designer to join our team ... In this role, you will be the driving force behind the artistic and spatial concepts for our high ...

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How much do landscape artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for landscape artist in the United States is $17.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a landscape artist do?

A Landscape Artist creates visual representations of natural scenery, including mountains, forests, rivers, and other outdoor environments. They work in various mediums, such as painting, drawing, or digital illustration, to capture the beauty and atmosphere of landscapes. Some artists work for studios, publishers, or game developers, while others sell their work independently or take commissions. Their work requires a strong understanding of composition, lighting, and color theory to create compelling outdoor scenes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a landscape artist?

A Landscape Artist should have strong drawing and painting abilities, a solid understanding of composition and color theory, and usually possess a degree in fine arts or a related field. Familiarity with both traditional media (such as watercolor, oil paints, and pastels) and digital tools like Adobe Photoshop or Corel Painter is often required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help set standout professionals apart in this field. These competencies are crucial for accurately interpreting briefs, producing compelling artwork, and working efficiently with clients or art directors.

What is a typical work environment like for a landscape artist?

Landscape Artists often work in a mix of indoor and outdoor settings, including personal studios, client locations, or on-site at scenic areas to capture inspiration directly from nature. Collaborative projects may involve working with other artists, clients, or organizations such as galleries and local governments. While some assignments require strict deadlines, others allow for more flexible, self-directed work, especially if the artist is freelance. Adapting to changing weather conditions and locations can be part of the job, but this diversity offers rich opportunities to grow creatively and expand one's professional portfolio.

How do you become a landscape artist?

To become a landscape artist, one typically develops skills through formal education such as a degree in fine arts or landscape architecture, and gains experience by creating a portfolio of outdoor or nature-inspired artwork. Proficiency with tools like pencils, paints, and digital software, along with understanding environmental elements, is important for success in this field.
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Infographic showing various Landscape Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $35,614 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Landscape Designer

McHale & McHale Landscape Design, Inc.

Annapolis, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
McHale Landscape Design is searching for the next great Landscape Designer for our Annapolis Landscape Design-Build Division. This role is responsible for designing, selling and leading the development of Luxury residential gardens and outdoor living areas. You will be provided with the latest design technology while working hand-in-hand with in-house craftsman and artists who execute with superior quality and craftsmanship
Who we are:
McHale Landscape Design is a residential landscape architecture company and design-build firm dedicated to designing and constructing extraordinary residential gardens, pools, outdoor living areas, and home additions. Since 1981, the firm has designed, constructed, and planted residential projects throughout D.C., Maryland and Virginia, including more than 300 award-winning landscapes.
What a Landscape Designer does:
  • Collaborate within a team setting to deliver innovative, high-end design solutions.
  • Share design input and provide constructive feedback to strengthen overall project outcomes.
  • Conduct site surveys, inventories, and analyses to assess existing conditions and identify design opportunities.
  • Contribute to design development using both hand-rendered techniques and digital tools, including AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, and 3D modeling & rendering tools such as Sketchup and Lumion.
  • Communicate clearly and consistently-both verbally and in writing-with McHale Landscape Design colleagues and clients.
  • Build knowledge of construction details while sharpening attention to detail.
  • Participate in client meetings and assist with project layouts as needed.
  • Deliver quality work while managing tight deadlines effectively.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers and Field Managers to problem-solve throughout the design process.

Requirements
You will be a great fit if you have:
  • Minimum 5 years of Residential Landscape Design and/or Architecture experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in landscape design or landscape architecture or associated major.
  • Proficiency in the following programs is preferred: Vectorworks (or similar CAD program), Sketch-up, Photoshop, Excel, and other Microsoft Office programs.

What we offer:
  • Company Vehicle
  • Competitive Salary with Commission
  • Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance along with life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance is available for all full-time employees
  • Paid time off and holidays

If you meet or exceed these qualifications and experience, we would like to talk to you!

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