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‘There is a groundswell zeitgeist perspective shift occurring. But much too slowly in my opinion.’ The superstar illustrator tells AOI about his enthusiasm for tackling political and social issues with image and comment. ‘I have always felt the way I do about things, but never felt before it was my place to speak up publicly.’
Jon Cockly of AOI agent member Handsome Frank tells us about the pricing and licensing confidently for illustration commissions: ‘As an industry we need to know our value and make sure that clients respect us and pay us accordingly.’
Illustrator Our starter package offering unparalleled support Unlimited contract, pricing and business advice Access to online resources & fortnightly industry newsletter 1-1 Portfolio consultations Discounts on events and publications Free Varoom subscription Promotion on AOI social media 2FOR1 Entry on all exhibitions at House of Illustration
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Affiliate A special membership for illustrators represented by Industry Members Illustrator + Folio Membership including; Unlimited contract, pricing and business advice Free 10 image portfolio with Directory of Illustration Access to online resources & newsletter Discounts on events and publications Free Varoom subscription 2FOR1 Entry on all exhibitions at House of Illustration
College Bringing the industry to the heart of your courses 2 hour business masterclass (excl. travel) Up to 30 Varoom subscriptions Free copy of the Guide to Law and Business Discounted membership for your students and staff Promotion on AOI social media Access to online resources
Student Kickstart your career with confidence Unlimited contract, pricing and business advice Access to online resources & newsletter 1-1 Portfolio consultations Discounts on events and publications Free Varoom subscription Promotion on AOI social media Students at Members Colleges enjoy membership at £55 per year 2FOR1 Entry on all exhibitions at House of Illustration