Licensing artists create customized art and graphics for t-shirts, snowboards, surfboards, hats, jackets, emblems, patches, and even those dynamically illustrated scenes on the backboards of pinball machines. This type of artist will have a simple yet bold and dramatic style that translates well on clothing and all forms of merchandise. Designs and art for home furnishings, fabrics, giftware, products, apparel, stationery, and toys do not even begin to describe all the applications for licensing art. Many graphic and decorative illustrators find work in-house with manufacturers of such products, and some establish careers as freelancers. Royalty payments on licensed merchandise can hold the promise of high profits in this market.
Ocean Dream © 2012-2014 Alessandra Colombo
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