Cat Coquillette is a world-traveling artist & designer.
To generate a good artist salary as a surface designer you don't need tons of art, just a focused art licensing portfolio.
One of the best ways for artists to make a living is through art licensing. If you want to learn how to become a surface designer and license your artwork with large brands, this post is for you!
You can’t decide what to charge as a surface designer before discussing the products, territory, and duration of an art licensing agreement. It’s also important to consider exclusivity and to always read the fine print. Read on for more details.
A seamless pattern (or repeating pattern) is a pattern that can be repeated endlessly without any visible seams or interruptions. In this tutorial I'll walk you through how to create professional, repeat patterns in my favorite digital art tool - Procreate !
Pricing for art licensing or freelance work is tough in the surface pattern design industry, but it’s not impossible. Use these 3 tips and you’ll be able to negotiate higher prices and better freelance projects for yourself.
Understanding common pattern design terms as a surface designer allows you to talk confidently with companies and potential clients who are interested in your art licensing portfolio. We’re discussing the 10 most common terms like coordinate pattern, half drop repeat, and more.
You can’t decide what to charge as a surface designer before discussing the products, territory, and duration of an art licensing agreement. It’s also important to consider exclusivity and to always read the fine print. Read on for more details.
Thinking of partnering with an art licensing agency for your surface pattern designs and illustrations? Today I'm sharing my steps on how to find an agent and giving you a list of 50 plus art licensing agencies to consider working with.
Cat Coquillette is a world-traveling artist & designer.
To generate a good artist salary as a surface designer you don't need tons of art, just a focused art licensing portfolio.
There are many ways to build a surface design portfolio, but when you focus on two specific things it makes your portfolio easier to market to the art licensing world and create artwork long term. Click to read more...
It might not be obvious at first, but there is value in continuing to build your art licensing portfolio while also working as a freelance surface pattern designer.
Should you sell your surface pattern designs outright for use on products versus licensing your art? Both sides are valid options, but it's important to be aware of the pros and cons of both so you can make the best decision for your work.
When submitting your art licensing portfolio to buyers in surface design it's common to not hear back and there's many reasons why it could happen.
If you want to be a professional artist, your journey starts with a powerful portfolio. In this post, I’ll walk you through actionable strategies to create a strong portfolio that will help you stand out from the crowd. No matter what your goal is as a professional artist, your portfolio is the key
You can’t decide what to charge as a surface designer before discussing the products, territory, and duration of an art licensing agreement. It’s also important to consider exclusivity and to always read the fine print. Read on for more details.
Art licensing is about more than just royalty payments because you can leverage your surface pattern design portfolio in several ways. Learn how to use your designs and work with companies to make money in the surface design industry.
Pricing for art licensing or freelance work is tough in the surface pattern design industry, but it’s not impossible. Use these 3 tips and you’ll be able to negotiate higher prices and better freelance projects for yourself.
Pricing for art licensing or freelance work is tough in the surface pattern design industry, but it’s not impossible. Use these 3 tips and you’ll be able to negotiate higher prices and better freelance projects for yourself.
Make it easier to land art licensing deals by narrowing your focus as a surface designer.
Pricing for art licensing or freelance work is tough in the surface pattern design industry, but it’s not impossible. Use these 3 tips and you’ll be able to negotiate higher prices and better freelance projects for yourself.
I interviewed four surface design and illustration experts and asked what pricing advice they’d give to new designers ready to license their artwork and negotiate contracts with companies.
Sketch Design Repeat offers surface design business courses to help artists get licensing details and price their work for profit. Receive 5 tips for emailing art directors.
In this post, I’m going to share the key things you need to do when creating professional-level illustrations for art licensing. You’ll learn how to ensure your art files are high-resolution enough to be printed on products, whether your art should be raster or vector, and other top tips for making
It might not be obvious at first, but there is value in continuing to build your art licensing portfolio while also working as a freelance surface pattern designer.
It might not be obvious at first, but there is value in continuing to build your art licensing portfolio while also working as a freelance surface pattern designer.
Cat Coquillette is a world-traveling artist & designer.
Many surface designers never consider selling the copyright of their artwork, but there are 5 reasons why buyouts in art licensing are beneficial to your art business and income – video lesson included too!
Many surface designers never consider selling the copyright of their artwork, but there are 5 reasons why buyouts in art licensing are beneficial to your art business and income – video lesson included too!
Many surface designers never consider selling the copyright of their artwork, but there are 5 reasons why buyouts in art licensing are beneficial to your art business and income – video lesson included too!
Feeling a lack of creativity is frustrating, but these simple motivation tips for artists can help you get inspired again.
To generate a good artist salary as a surface designer you don't need tons of art, just a focused art licensing portfolio.
Surface design doesn't have to be complicated – this simple 8-step process walks you through each step from mood boards and art prompts to sketching and pattern design.
It might not be obvious at first, but there is value in continuing to build your art licensing portfolio while also working as a freelance surface pattern designer.
Sketch Design Repeat offers surface design business courses to help artists get licensing details and price their work for profit. Receive 5 tips for emailing art directors.
Pricing for art licensing or freelance work is tough in the surface pattern design industry, but it’s not impossible. Use these 3 tips and you’ll be able to negotiate higher prices and better freelance projects for yourself.
Sale sheets are the perfect way to help you consistently pitch your artwork to companies for licensing. Top three reasons to use sale sheets.
Developing a surface design product line and how to leverage it as a licensing artist.
You can’t decide what to charge as a surface designer before discussing the products, territory, and duration of an art licensing agreement. It’s also important to consider exclusivity and to always read the fine print. Read on for more details.
Pricing for art licensing or freelance work is tough in the surface pattern design industry, but it’s not impossible. Use these 3 tips and you’ll be able to negotiate higher prices and better freelance projects for yourself.
One of the best ways for artists to make a living is through art licensing. If you want to learn how to become a surface designer and license your artwork with large brands, this post is for you!
You can’t decide what to charge as a surface designer before discussing the products, territory, and duration of an art licensing agreement. It’s also important to consider exclusivity and to always read the fine print. Read on for more details.
