SOC 27-1013
Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators
Risk Score
⚠️36/100
Moderate
US Employment
👥10,000
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$61K
$26K – $141K
Projected Growth
📈-1.2%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖70/100
High exposure
💡 Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators face a risk score of 36/100 — 8 points below the national average of 44. With 70/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite weak projected growth. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $61K ($14K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 36/100, Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like large language model automation of analysis tasks are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 10,000 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in collaborative creative ideation and brainstorming and original creative vision and artistic direction to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
Chatbot displacement of customer-facing interactions
Generative AI creating visual art and design assets
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Collaborative creative ideation and brainstorming
Original creative vision and artistic direction
Physical artistry and hands-on creative execution
Live performance and audience engagement
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artists and Related Workers, All Other | 23 | $73K | 71% |
| Fashion Designers | 23 | $81K | 71% |
| Special Effects Artists and Animators | 25 | $100K | 82% |