Many artists don’t realize that they can say “no” to something that will harm the future of their art. I want you to know that it’s up to you to enforce the best decisions for your artwork. If a Licensee (or client) wants to print your art on a product that is of poor… Continue reading
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How much should you charge a band for CD and album cover art
A recurring question I get from artists is: “Should I give my art to a band for Album Cover Art in exchange for exposure, or should I charge them? And if so, how much?” This is a two part question. First, should you give it away for free? And second, how much should you charge?… Continue reading →
Can you license Abstract or Edgy Artwork
(To learn about art licensing: sign up for my FREE ten week series called “ART LICENSING MADE EASY” which teaches how to license your art, negotiate contracts and know what to charge $$$. SIGN UP HERE! ) An artist wrote me to say that she wants to license her abstract artworks to be sold on products. But… Continue reading →
Should You Send Your Art Images to a Company in China?
One of my readers asked: “A company from China saw my art online and loved it! They asked me to send 3 images they can print on fabric. They promise to pay me royalties when the fabric sells. I’m not sure I trust them, but I really want to do it. How should I… Continue reading →
Five Steps to Closing a Deal – Artist’s Trade Show Follow Up
(Artwork by the wonderful, fun and talented Sara Jane Franklin. Check out her blog here!) When Drew and I started showing his art at trade shows, the mission was to generate interest from publishers so that we could license Drew’s art to them. The first year we exhibited at License Expo in New York, we had no… Continue reading →
Licensing Expo Recap – How Much it Costs and Should you Exhibit
A lot of artists ask me if they should exhibit at Licensing Expo or Surtex. The answer varies, depending upon what an artists’ goals are, how much they are willing to invest and if they are ready to show complete collections. In this post, I’m going to share with you the Good, the Bad and… Continue reading →
What to Charge for Art Licensing – Royalties Advances and Flat Fees
(Artwork provided by the wonderful, fun and talented Sara Jane Franklin.) When you need to have your sink unclogged, there’s little difference in price from plumber to plumber. I think that at one time in the past, the wise plumbers got together and said “let’s all charge the same high price so we all get… Continue reading →
Basic Negotiating Tips Anyone Can Use
During a negotiation, it would be wise not to take anything personally. If you leave personalities out of it, you will be able to see opportunities more objectively. Brian Koslow From deal making to buying Gucci purses in the streets of New York, negotiating is a part of life. And yet, many of us are… Continue reading →
THREE REASONS TO EXHIBIT AT A TRADE SHOW
I have a pet peeve: Leaving a message for someone and then the person doesn’t return my call. Nothing makes me more frustrated! Have you ever tried making a call to someone you want to do business with, and you just can’t get them to come to the phone? You leave a couple messages, and… Continue reading →
Artists Beware of these Red Flags in Licensing Contracts
Photo Credit: Noah Kalina “A verbal contract isn’t worth the paper it’s written on” Samuel Goldwyn A friend of mine is quite famous in Europe. He signed an Exclusive contract for with a large company that licensed his art for clothing. It was a hit in Europe, and fat royalty checks were rolling in. He… Continue reading →
Art Licensing Basics Video – Generate Income again and again with your artwork
Here’s a basic video I shot to help artists understand the benefits of licensing their art to manufacturers: Also check this eBook out that will help with art licensing deals:
Licensing Lifestyle Art – Your Questions Answered in free MP3
DON’T DESPAIR IF YOU MISSED OUR LIVE CALL! THE FREE MP3 DOWNLOAD IS NOW AVAILABLE! “What is the most important thing you’ve done to get license agreements?“ “How much should I charge someone who wants to print my art on their products?” “Should I go to the License Show and exhibit?” “How do you know… Continue reading →