University of Manitoba
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) in Painting is a four-year program that focuses on the development of advanced painting techniques, personal expression, and critical engagement with contemporary art practices. Students explore materials, surface, and conceptual approaches through studio-based learning, art history, and professional development. Graduates are equipped to work as independent artists, exhibit their work, or pursue careers in creative and applied visual fields such as public art, arts programming, or commercial decorative painting.
Job Title | NOC Code | Salary Range (CAD) | Job Description |
|---|---|---|---|
Fine Artist (Painter) | 53122 | $35,000 - $75,000 | Creates original paintings for galleries, private collections, and public commissions using traditional and contemporary materials and techniques. |
Mural Artist | 53122 | $40,000 - $80,000 | Designs and executes large-scale public or private murals, often collaborating with community partners or institutions. |
Decorative Painter | 73112 | $40,000 - $65,000 | Applies paint, finishes, and artistic techniques to interior and exterior surfaces in commercial or residential settings. |
Commercial Muralist | 73112 | $42,000 - $70,000 | Paints custom wall art and decorative graphics in businesses, restaurants, or public spaces to create visually engaging environments. |
Studio Painter | 53122 | $35,000 - $65,000 | Works independently or in collaboration with galleries to produce, exhibit, and sell original artworks in the medium of painting. |