The lampshade designer designs the shape and creates the structure of the lampshade then proceeds to cover it. Traditionally made of fabric, but it can be made of other materials: skins, wood, metal, feathers, paper.
The lampshade manufacturer can be a self-employed craftsman or an employee of a company. Its clientele is made up of individuals, antique dealers, interior decorators, architects, publishers, lighting manufacturers, hotels, restaurants, department stores, etc. The lampshade manufacturer's distribution channels are multiple: department stores, decoration boutiques, stores specializing in lighting.
There is no specific training for the profession of lampshade manufacturer. However, a transmission of knowledge is possible.