Hi, Gang. Isn’t this fun? You are rockin’ it! I am seriously addicted to #myGTSprep! Remember, while the Global Talent Search Prep is to help you prepare for the Global Talent Search, anyone can join in! Today, your assignment is to illuminate the letter “S”. This will be great prep for the Global Talent Search. (Tip: Including lettering in your art is a great way to increase income because you are up for more job possibilities. Art directors often look for artists that can do lettering.) I’m going to show you a bunch of sample illuminated letters. But you need not do the letter in this classic way. In fact, do it in your own way, in your own style. You are simply embellishing the letter “S”. Some tips (All images from Milliande Printables) I’m using the letter B for these examples. But you’ll do the letter “S”. Tip #1:
#MYGTSPREP Part 2: Packaging
Great job on the cups you drew yesterday, everyone! I so delight in checking out #myGTSprep images! Are you enjoying this? I hope so! I bought the tea tin in Chinatown NYC in 1985 for an illustration I was commissioned to do on ‘A Tree Grows in Brooklyn’ for San Francisco Focus Magazine. Remember, there was no internet then. We actually went places to do research! Here’s the GTS Prep, Number 2: I can’t tell you why this will be important for the Global Talent Search, but I want you to photograph and post packages that you see around you in your life today that appeal to you. They might be gum wrappers, soap packaging, soup cans, coffee bean packages, shoe boxes, etc. Shoot products that you find around your house or in your travels. I’m sure we’re going to rock social media with this one! Look for interesting typography, gorgeous
#MYGTSPREP Part 1: Your favorite beverage
Some of my favorite cups Hi, Everyone! It’s Lilla here, artist agent. It’s prep time for our annual Global Talent Search (GTS) – one of the most closely-watched events in our industry. We will be sharing #mygtsprep daily here on the blog all this week. If you have not yet registered, book your place here and then dive into these ‘minis’ to help you get ready for the main competition. #MYGTSPREP Part 1: For today, I want you to take a moment to reflect: What do you like to drink? Do you drink it in your favorite cup? A glass? Do you use a straw? Do you garnish it with a lemon? Whipped cream? Your mission today is to draw your favorite drink. For extra credit, write about your beverage, right on the piece. Fill in the blank: Here’s why I love to drink this. It makes me feel ____________________________________________. (You
Registration is OPEN for Illustrating Children’s Books with Lilla Rogers and Zoe Tucker. Hurry… Class size is limited and we know this one will sell out.
Do you dream of illustrating a children’s book? Would you love to create a magical world with characters that you’ve designed? Do you love the magic of children’s books and feel that you have something to offer? Then this course is for you. We are thrilled to announce that registration is open HERE and class begins on Monday 3 October, 2016. Hurry to secure your spot in class because we are capping registrations for our first session! REGISTER HERE Top art agent Lilla Rogers and highly regarded children’s book art director Zoe Tucker provide everything you need to launch your children’s book illustration career or bring it to the next level. Through this step-by-step, supportive and engaging five-week online course, they will help you create a brilliant pitch and also give you all the tools, insight, and advice you need to succeed. Lilla says: “We’ve created a course that breaks
Win a free place in the 2016 Global Talent Search!
We are giving away FIVE free places on the 2016 Global Talent Search. To enter all you need to do is share the competition entry link https://bit.ly/1RVBZBu and the hashtag #lifechangingopportunity on social media by July 19. You can enter as many times as you like and post on Facebook, Instagram and/or Twitter to be eligible. Here are some phrases you could use: Win representation from @lillarogers https://bit.ly/1RVBZBu #lifechangingopportunity Could it be me? Could it be you? @lillarogers is looking for new talent https://bit.ly/1RVBZBu #lifechangingopportunity One of the top art agencies in the world is on the lookout for artists https://bit.ly/1RVBZBu #lifechangingopportunity The 2016 Global Talent Search is open for entries! https://bit.ly/1RVBZBu #lifechangingopportunity Someone has to win the 2016 Global Talent Search. Will it be you? https://bit.ly/1RVBZBu #lifechangingopportunity Please feel free to use any of these images with your post: THE SMALL PRINT: – You can enter as many times as you
Behind the scenes with… Noël Claro of Nickelodeon
Noël Claro gives us a tour of her office at Nickelodeon. Noël Claro is a designer, art director, and professor at Parsons, The New School for Design. Her experience ranges from managing high-profile corporate projects at Nickelodeon to inspiring and mentoring small design teams and students at Parsons. Noël’s professional background is rooted in editorial design, advertising, promotion and creative branding. Her teaching experience covers a range subjects including design, illustration, typography, zines, merchandising and marketing. She’s not shy to rely on her stellar baked goods to provide inspiration and sustenance to her co-workers and students. Noël is a judge for the Global Talent Search 2016
Behind the Scenes, filming for “Illustrating Children’s Books”
The Make Art That Sells Team spent a wonderful week in Brighton, England, filming for the new ‘Illustrating Children’s Books‘ ecourse which starts 3 October, 2016. Registration opens Tuesday 12 July (we already have a massive waiting list so get on it here if you are interested!) As this class is in high demand, we will be capping registration numbers for the first session. In this class, top art agent Lilla Rogers and highly regarded children’s book art director Zoe Tucker provide everything you need to launch your children’s book illustration career or bring it to the next level. Lilla says: “We’ve created a course that breaks down the process into totally manageable chunks so that you can focus on having fun creating your very best work. I know you’ll be surprised at how much progress you make over the course of the 5 weeks. I’ve seen it over and
Ten Tips for Being on Instagram
Instagram is a way that Art Directors are increasingly finding fresh work and discovering new artists. The @makeartthatsells Instagram page It’s an easy interface to work with and anyone can do it. Here are some tips and pointers from the team: 1. Use your name or studio’s name as the IG account. Keep it simple for people to find you! 2. Give a clear explanation of who and what you’re doing in your profile with an email or link to your website if applicable. 3. Be creative with your photos of the work. Give them context and a setting by showing your art supplies beside the works. Photo and work by artist Katie Vernon, Global Talent Search Winner 2015 4. Film a short video of you working in action. A little video of you actually painting is really neat to see! Use the time lapse feature on your iPhone or
Janine Vangool of UPPERCASE magazine: Behind the scenes
Meet Janine Vangool Janine Vangool in her office. Janine Vangool is the publisher, editor and designer of Uppercase magazine, a quarterly magazine inspired by design, illustration, craft and creativity. A playful exploration of creativity, an affinity for vintage ephemera, and a love of typography are some elements common to her magazine and book projects. She is obsessed with typewriters. She took some pictures of her beautiful office for this Behind the Scenes feature. Step in! All images are courtesy of Uppercase magazine. The workshop library at Uppercase magazine Uppercase magazine proofs Details from Janine Vangool’s office Janine vangool: my favourite object Janine told us: “My favourite object is my turquoise Royal Quiet De Luxe typewriter from 1956 (though I do love all my other typewriters and related ephemera as well … so much so that I turned this obsession into a 336-page hardcover book that’s coming out this fall!) This
What should an art agent do for you?
Are you making great art and are a bit at a loss as to how to find clients, deal with contracts and promote yourself while still finding time to grow creatively? Then you are probably wondering whether you should find an art agent. “What I love about being an agent is bringing cool, great jobs and income to wonderful artists!” – Lilla Rogers There are many advantages to having an agent, but it is important that you find the right agent for you. Not all agents are effective. As always, do your research! This is what Lilla Rogers and her team of agents do for their artists