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Does a flexible lifestyle appeal to you –
one where you can create when and where you are inspired?

Have you tried finding a gallery to carry your work? 
Have you spent days sitting at art or craft fairs –
at the mercy of the weather and people who decide to show up?

Do you want to get your art off the paper and onto products?

Would you love to walk into a store and see your art
on dishes, greeting cards, coasters, towels or any other product?

If so, read on…

The goal of Tara Reed's eBook

How to Get Started in Art Licensing

is to SAVE YOU time, money & frustration.

I’ve been through it all and learned how to earn a living from my art, on my terms, by licensing it to manufacturers to use on products.

I don’t manufacture, sell or ship anything myself. 
My living room is not full of product.  I don’t pack up the car and hope for good weather after investing time and money to exhibit at an art show or craft fair. I work at home, when I want to and yes – often in my pajamas. 

I have learned by researching, trial and error, and by attending and exhibiting at trade shows.  I have spent thousands of dollars on a coach.  I wish there had been one place to learn the basics about Art Licensing and how to do it when I was starting out.

Are you ready? for just $67 you can
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Who is this book for?

Artists, Illustrators and Photographers who...

• have never heard of Art Licensing and want to learn more.

• have heard of Licensing, but don't quite understand it.

• have started, but want help building their business.

This is for you if you are starting out and want a new perspective. 

Each artist comes to licensing from a different background and takes a different path.  Learning from several people is a great way to discover what will work for you.  As well as my experience, in this eBook I will interview another artist, an agent and a manufacturer so you learn from people involved in different aspects of the business.

What will this book do for you?

  • Give you the basics of what Art Licensing is so you can decide if it is the way you want to make a living while doing what you love.

  • Help you decide if Art Licensing is a good fit for you: do your art and your goals work with what is needed to succeed in licensing? If so, you will have the flexibility of setting your own work day and be able to 'visit' your art when it appears on products in stores near you.

  • Teach you the basic things to think about when you get started. Save time and headaches by organizing the business side of your art from the beginning.

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From the e-desk of Tara Reed,
Licensed Artist
(Portland, Oregon)

Dear Fellow Artist,

I truly believe I have the greatest job - I love it 98% of the time, how many people can say that?

Licensing my art is flexible, creative, never the same day twice, and I'm in charge of what I do and how I spend my time. Does this sound good to you?

If you want to learn how to get your art off the paper and onto products, from an artist who is DOING what she is teaching, you've come to the right spot!

Let me help you shorten your learning curve.

The first in a series of eBooks, How to Get Started in Art Licensing, the first step to earning a living painting in your pajamas, gives a basic overview of the industry, how licensing works and what you need to consider to start and run a successful business.

More in-depth books are available and will follow on each topic, but building a foundation of knowledge is key to your success. The cost of the book? $67 – less than you'd pay for a class at a trade show or an hour of personalized help.

RiskFreeStarburstI personally guarantee
that you will find the eBook helpful in starting or growing your business. After all, I learned all of this building my own art licensing business. If you don't agree after reading it, you have 30 days to request
your money back, no questions asked.

Let's fill the world with beautiful art and destroy the stereotype of the 'starving artist' once and for all. I hope you join me!

TaraSmSig

Here is an overview of topics covered in the eBook
How to Get Started in Art Licensing


Part 1: What is Art Licensing?

  • Learn what it means to license your art and decide if it is for you.

Part 2: Your Art: The Heart and Soul of it All

  • Learn the types of art that are regularly licensed to help you decide what and
    how to create.

  • Read my story and an interview with another licensed artist to better understand the many ways of going about licensing.

  • Think about your style and vision so that you don't waste your time and efforts going in too many directions at once.

Part 3: Agents: Deciding if they are right for you

  • Discover what agents do and don't do, and how to go about finding one if you think this is the best fit for your business.

  • An interview with an agent will give you insights into what an agent expects from you as an artist so you can present yourself in a way that will increase your chances of being picked up.

Part 4: Clients: Who they are and What they Want

  • Understanding who is licensing art, how to find them and what they are looking for will put you that much closer to signing your first deal.

  • An interview with an art print publisher gives valuable insight and advice for artists getting started or building their business.

Part 5: The Business Side of Things

  • Terminology and Contract basics will help you feel more confident when you begin talking with manufacturers.

  • Avoiding basic business pitfalls that can cost you money later.

Part 6: Promotion: How to Get the Word Out

  • Start branding yourself from day 1 to create a presence in the marketplace.

  • Learn how a website can help you build your business faster.

  • Save money by learning how to get free publicity.

  • Trade show basics to save you time and money.

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This eBook has valuable information that will
save you time and money.

It will help focus your efforts and build your confidence.

You have 2 choices, for just $67 you can
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Preview Part 1: What is Art Licensing? for FREE. 

Why am I doing this? 
Because I want to prove to you that I know what I'm talking about and that I can help.

To get started... Fill out the form below, then look for an email from Tara at TaraReedDesigns.com.

Check your email right away because you'll need to click on the link in the confirmation email to receive the FREE CHAPTER of the eBook.

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TESTIMONIALS

Don't just take my word for it. Here is what others are saying...

“The best advice I can give artists is to get a copy of Tara Reed’s eBook.  She is one of the most professional artists that I’ve had the pleasure of working with. Her talent, integrity, & intellect, not to mention her marketing background, make her the perfect person to write a book about her first hand knowledge as an artist in the licensing arena.  Tara has the experience to help her fellow artists “tweak” their talents to make them relevant to manufacturers like ourselves.“

~ Robin Bonnist, owner, Bonartique.com 
a distinctive division of Art Resources International
publisher of fine art prints

“How to Get Started in Art Licensing” e-book by Tara Reed is by far the best information I have come across for the basics and beyond in this wild and crazy field of art licensing.

I have been designing for many years, traveled the country teaching and have several books published, but this past year was only my second exhibiting at the Surtex Licensing show.  Yet, with as much research as I had done, I had many unanswered questions about the entire process of designing for the manufacturers needs, not to mention the business aspects of licensing my work.  Tara’s book gave me the answers…

This book not only explains the process of how to make “Art” ready to format for licensing, but it helped me to find clarity in developing my art “Vision”.  With such topics also included as the terminology of licensing, cash flow issues, self promotion and contracts as well as interviews with artists and agents – it’s a win-win publication for those seeking to advance in art licensing.

Tara’s straightforward and sincere approach to presenting this information makes it a valuable reference guide. I would honestly recommend, “How to Get Started in Art Licensing” if you are serious and passionate about becoming a professional licensed artist."

~ Karen Embry, Karen Embry Designs
Artist, Designer & Author
www.karenembry.com 

 "I've read your e-book on licensing and it is really good. I really like your humor. Because I've already done so much research on licensing, your overview on art licensing did not cover anything I didn't already know. However, your interviews with an artist, manufacturer and agent made purchasing the book more than worthwhile. I'm looking forward to your future e-books of more in depth coverage on the different areas of art licensing."

~ Joan Beiriger, Joan Beiriger Designs
Artist, Author & Designer
www.joanbeiriger.com

"Tara Reed's e-book is a complete guide to breaking into the business of art licensing. She writes with knowledge and experience because she's successful in her own licensing career.

Her wit is an added bonus to the reader. Great investment!"
~Audra Favre
Licensed Artist

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