Work Smarter, not Harder - How to License Your Art Part 1
Posted by Maria "Spunk" Brophyon May 8th, 2009 | Comments (5)
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LICENSING: WORKING SMARTER, NOT HARDER! Is written by Maria Brophy, who writes a blog that helps creative people to design the career and life of their dreams.
Do you want to see your artwork on clothing and other useful items, but you aren’t quite ready to invest the million dollars it takes to start your own manufacturing company?
There’s an easier way to get your art out there in the world, but first, LET ME TELL YOU THE HARD WAY…. (more…)
Painting North Shore Mural Day 5 - It’s Finished!
Posted by Maria "Spunk" Brophyon Jan 24th, 2009 | Comments (11)
Would you love to surf this tube?
Our 36′ x 15′ mural is completed, and on time! Here’s what went down:
On this last day we ran into some problems, the kind that throws Drew into a frustrated fit and makes everyone around him just quietly back away…..
First, he wasn’t happy with the way the foilage was turning out. But that was eventually remedied, which you’ll read in detail later in this article.
Then, an unthinkable disaster happened…… (more…)
How To Find An Artist’s Agent?
Posted by Maria "Spunk" Brophyon Jan 18th, 2009 | Comments (7)
A commonly asked question I get from artists is: “Will you represent me?” Or, “How do I find an agent to represent me?”
My quick answer is this: Consider representing yourself. It’s tricky to find someone GOOD to represent your work. (more…)
So You Want to Live the Dream Life? Here’s How…..
Posted by Maria "Spunk" Brophyon Jan 17th, 2009 | Comments (17)
- This could be your spot!
At a dinner party last weekend, I was bragging about my upcoming 6 week trip to New Zealand and Samoa, when one of my super wealthy friends said, “Wow, I wish I could do that.”
I almost spit out my wine and said “BULL! If you really wanted to, you would!” He conceded, that yeah, I was right. If he really wanted to he could. (more…)
Top 5 New Year Resolutions for Artists
Posted by Maria "Spunk" Brophyon Jan 3rd, 2009 | Comments (1)
For the past 13 years, Drew and I have written new goals every January. It keeps us on track and gives us something to work towards.
Most people don’t write out their goals, so we’ve made it easy for you by listing the TOP 5 NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS FOR ARTISTS. We’re cool like that…..
1.) I RESOLVE TO PROMOTE MYSELF SHAMELESSLY IN 2009. I will always have photos of my work with me to show to people I meet. I will introduce myself as an artist, and I will have a business card ready to hand out and make it easy for people to remember me and what I do.
Lunch Bag Art
Posted by adminon Dec 23rd, 2008 | Comments (0)
Be sure to check out The Lunchbots. Justin was inspired to create his impulsive “disposable art” after watching Drew’s Paint Pen Techniques DVD and using the vibrant colored Posca Pens. It’s creativity like this that is getting him noticed and will jump start himself into a whole new world.
Drew Surfing & Eating The Mexican Pipeline! Video
Posted by adminon Sep 25th, 2008 | Comments (5)
Drew charging Puerto Escondido. Video shot by Mike Levy
Watch out for the “Sneaky Contract” - Biz of Art Tip #565
Posted by Maria "Spunk" Brophyon Sep 6th, 2008 | Comments (2)
The Sneaky Contract: About a year ago we got a call from a large beer company in the U.S. They asked if Drew would paint a surfboard that they were going to give away for charity at one of the major surf contests. We agreed to $2,500. They would supply the board and cover shipping back & forth. All was good until…….they e-mailed me a contract…… (more…)
6 “in your face” Tips on Licensing Your Art
Posted by Maria "Spunk" Brophyon Aug 6th, 2008 | Comments (8)
Licensing is a clever way to get paid for the same piece of art over and over again. This means, you paint it once and it continues to make money for you, even after you’re dead!
PERSONAL EXAMPLE: About 80% of our income comes from licensing Drew’s art. (See Sigg Bottle to your left). The image on the bottle titled “PURE JOY” was painted in 1998 and the original was sold to a collector from LA at an exhibit at The Surf Gallery in 98′. I think we sold that painting for about $500, but we’ve licensed the image for so many different products over the years, it’s earned us approximately $450,000 to date, and continues to be a popular, iconic image.
So, what do you need to do license your art? Click on the “more” link for our 6 tips: (more…)