AOI Business Masterclass + Meet Up Glasgow

Cass Art Glasgow 63-67 Queen St, Glasgow, United Kingdom

To kick off our awesome new monthly illustrator meet up in Glasgow we thought we'd get those business brains buzzing with our Mini Business Masterclass! Followed by drinks and meet up in a local pub hosted by AOI member Laura Handerson. Join AOI's Lou Bones for this comprehensive mini Business Masterclass covering all the essential areas for a successful career..


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PIP: An AOI Meet Up (Bristol)

The Grain Barge Hotwell Road, Bristol

Welcome to the first AOI Meet Up for Bristol! Open to all illustrators (not just AOI members) - let's get-together and share best experiences, meet others and share knowledge. That's why we've titled the Bristol meet up 'PIP' - meaning "Put Into Practice". For this first evening, we're loosely theming it on "BRISTOL" - discussing what the city has to..


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An Evening Masterclass with the AOI – DUBLIN

Rothco Haymarket, Smithfield Market Square, Dublin, Ireland

Kick starting an awesome few days of illustration events in Dublin, Ireland and following on from our previous business masterclass: Join the AOI's Lou Bones for this comprehensive evening event covering all the essential areas for a successful career in illustration including pricing, licensing, self-promotion, understanding the commissioner's journey and working internationally. We will also be focussing the more difficult..


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An AOP & AOI DEBATE “Perfect Commissioning: Let the Good Terms Roll”

Cherry Duck Studios 8-10 Sampson Street, London

The UK’s creative industries are a global success story, particularly in the arena of image-making, advertising and marketing. We lead the way in creating not only inspirational, but successful, global advertising campaigns for many of the best-known brands. In a global market, clients need change and as a result so do commissions. From the increasingly familiar request ‘to make it..


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Monthly Regional Portfolio Consultations – East Sussex

Star Brewery Workshops Studio 17, Star Brewery Workshops, Castle Ditch Ln, Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom

Purchase your ticket here Join us for our ongoing regional Portfolio Consultations with Alice Ball - The essential service for those entering the profession and established illustrators seeking advice on new potential markets. AOI members can book a consultation with Alice who will provide guidance on targeting, methods of marketing, self-promotion and gives pointers on basic fee negotiation and the..


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Illustration Corner at The Other Art Fair

The Old Truman Brewery Dray Walk, London, United Kingdom

Over 140 artists will take over Truman Brewery for the 34th edition of The Other Art Fair. With a new programme of events including guest exhibitions, site-specific installations, engaging workshops and curated projects addressing the fair’s global 2019 Greener Future theme, the fair offers an immersive presentation of emerging artists from around the world. The Illustration Corner will see an..


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NORWICH AOI MEETUP: EPISODE I ‘BEING A VISIBLE ILLUSTRATOR’

Ideas Factory 4-16 St Andrews St, Norwich, United Kingdom

Calling all Norwich & Norfolk illustrators, artists, and creators! Join us for the first AOI meet-up event in our Fine City. Norwich AOI is coming in with a bang, with incredible speakers, portfolio advice, and then off to the cosy St Andrews Brew House afterwards for chats and catch-ups. The focus for this first event is ‘Being a Visible Illustrator’,..


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Regional Portfolio Consultations – Bristol

Watershed 1 Canons Road, Bristol

Purchase your ticket here. We are delighted to continue our portfolio consultations in Bristol with Senior Agent Lucie Luddington. The 1-1 sessions are hugely valued by those entering the profession (especially those interested in the Publishing sector) and established illustrators seeking advice on new potential markets. AOI members can book a consultation with Lucie who will provide guidance on targeting,..


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Not a Hobby: New AOI Business Strategy Masterclass

House of Illustration 2 Granary Square, King's Cross, London, United Kingdom

Tackling areas that are often overwhelming (and a bit boring!) with a combination of case studies, industry insight and Q&As, this session will set you up with the tools you need to build your business plan, boost your career confidence and outline your next steps.


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Make Your Own Illustrated Maps of London – for Beginners!

MYO 82 Redcross Way, london

It's a beginners class so all are welcome. Participants will learn how to bring up to three of London's famous landmarks to life using pencil and ink, guided by the wonderfully talented Polly Crossman. The class is also BYOB. Experience is NOT an essential, as long as you have some interest in drawing! Brought to you by M.Y.O ('Make Your Own')..


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ELCAF – East London Comics & Arts Festival

The Round Chapel 1d Glenarm Road, London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Visit ELCAF, the East London Comics & Arts Festival, London’s biggest annual festival dedicated to showcasing the best in comics, illustration, sequential art, and storytelling. Founded by independent publisher Nobrow in 2012, ELCAF’s aim is to introduce and celebrate both small press publications and the dynamic community of individual artists and collectives that are pushing the boundaries of comics and..


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House of Illustration Summer Fair 2019

House of Illustration 2 Granary Square, King's Cross, London, United Kingdom

London's largest FREE illustration fair is back once again! The House of Illustration Summer Fair promises to bring you a range of beautifully illustrated products for one day only, in The Crossing, with 100 stallsfrom independent creators showcasing the diverse talent illustration has to offer. Browse and buy uniquely illustrated products from books, limited-edition prints, handmade cards and much, much..


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The Illustrated Stamp Collectors Assembly

The Greenbank 57 Belle Vue Road, Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom

The Illustrated Stamp Collectors Assembly Assembly Press x Pip Illustration (this event is supported by The Association of Illustrators) Create stamp designs for a collaborative riso-graph printed zine > Tickets: from £5 (price includes a limited edition set of illustrated stamps) > Sat 10 August, 7-10pm > Venue: Upstairs at The Greenbank Pub Easton, BS5 6DP > Talk: Introduction to..


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AOI Contracts Masterclass

Howard Kennedy 1 London Bridge, London

Providing an accessible insight into contracts, this masterclass will offer a general overview of contracts before focusing on rights more specifically. AOI advisor and partner at law firm Howard Kennedy, Robert Lands, will take a look at illustration contracts in depth. Areas covered will include the clauses that most often trip people up, the essential clauses that should be included..


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AOI Self-Promotion Masterclass

Hoxton Arches Arch 402 Cremer Street, London, United Kingdom

This Masterclass will look at how an illustrator can build a brand, establish an effective online presence, and importantly understand their audience. We will consider the commissioner’s journey and the ways you can use social media to work for you. The AOI’s Marianna Madriz will lead the talk, drawing on real world examples and focussing on innovative ways to drive..


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Thought Bubble 2019 4th-10th November – Yorkshire

Harrogate Convention Centre Harrogate

Thought Bubble comes to Yorkshire and is geared up to be the UK's largest comic art festival. The event filled week will feature over 100 special guests, 450+ exhibitors, book launches and convention events. The festival is set to champion and celebrate comics, illustration, animation and beyond so will be perfect for comic book art and graphic novel fans and aspiring..


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World Illustration Awards 2019 at Swansea College of Art UWTSD

The renowned World Illustration Awards exhibition is on display at Swansea College of Art, University of Wales Trinity St David, Wales. Featuring all the award-winning and highly commended projects from the WIA2019 competition.   Open from: 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, and 10am-4pm Saturday Closed Sunday   Monday 11th November – Friday 13th December, 2019   Swansea College of Art UWTSD..


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AOI Portfolio Consultations at London Illustration Fair

Bargehouse OXO Tower Wharf, London, United Kingdom

Tickets here. The AOI is back again with this hugely popular session! Get advice on how to edit, promote and present your portfolio in the AOI's group portfolio consultation. Group consultations let you get feedback, but also share insights with your peers. The sessions will be led by Marianna Madriz and Central Illustration Agency's  Art Agent Emilie Tardivel. Sessions will..


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AOI Mini Business Masterclass at London Illustration Fair

Bargehouse OXO Tower Wharf, London, United Kingdom

Tickets here. Join the AOI for their popular, comprehensive mini Business Masterclass covering all the essential areas for a successful career in illustration including licensing, self-promotion, understanding the commissioner's journey, working internationally as well as discussing the more difficult issues like dealing with copyright infringement and the ins and outs of client negotiation, fees, contracts and industry standards. Drawing on..


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PIP – An AOI Xmas Meet Up

Left Handed Giant Brewpub Hawkins Lane, Finzels Reach, Bristol, United Kingdom

We're squeezing in a fun, FREE, festive (knees up) meet up for all you Bristol illustrators (not just AOI members). We appreciate there's a lot going on at this time of year, but if you can make it along on Monday 16 December, then we'd love to have a tipple with you! And, we couldn't have an event without a..


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ELCAF 2020 CALL FOR ENTRY

Apply now for ELCAF 2020!    Applications are open from Tuesday 17th December 2019 and close on Friday 31st January 2020. The next ELCAF is taking place on the 3rd, 4th and 5th July 2020. ELCAF are now taking exhibitor applications from individuals, collectives and publishers, so apply now! ELCAF showcases the very best in contemporary comics and sequential illustration, and their..


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AOI Webinar- Tax for Illustrators

This webinar is suitable for illustrators at the start of their career, and for those who’d like a refresher on all things tax. Some consideration will be given to the benefits of being a registered company, but this is targeted at sole traders. It will be delivered by Russell Smith, founder of RS Accountancy. The session will cover: Completing your..


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Professional Development for Children’s Book Illustrators @ House of Illustration, London

House of Illustration 2 Granary Square, King's Cross, London, United Kingdom

Children's book illustration specialists Orange Beak are back at House of Illustration for a one-day deep-dive into all aspects of working as a professional children's book illustrator. This specialist professional development day will cover everything from making contacts and understanding publishers to developing an effective portfolio and online presence. You will cover: Contract basics Publishers and imprints Who does what in a..


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Wonderbly Portfolio Breakfast

Wonderbly 21 Brownlow Mews, London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Wonderbly is delighted to host a morning of portfolio consultations in their London office. Art Director Paul Coomey, Illustrators Adam Hancher and Marija Tiurina and other industry professionals will give expert advice in areas including children’s publishing, surface pattern design and editorial. Your portfolio will be shared in a supportive, intimate, and collaborative environment. Not only will you be able to..


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The AOI’s Complete Guide to Freelance Illustration

Virtual

The AOI’s Complete Guide to Freelance Illustration Harnessing our experience as the world’s leading professional body for illustrators, The AOI have a designed this 6 week interactive online course to help illustrators take proactive steps to progress in their careers. Each week you will explore an essential aspect of freelance illustration, covering self-promotion, licensing, contracts, finances, agency representation and more..


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The AOI’s Complete Guide to Freelance Illustration

Virtual

The AOI’s Complete Guide to Freelance Illustration   Back by popular demand - we are excited to introduce the second edition of The AOI's Complete Guide to Freelance Illustration.  Harnessing our experience as the world’s leading professional body for illustrators, The AOI have a designed this 6 week interactive online course to help illustrators take proactive steps to progress in..


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AOI Disability Resource Roundtable

Virtual

Building on feedback from previous sessions we have developed a resource intended to support the commissioning of disabled illustrators and generally open up the conversation. We would like to invite feedback on the resource, so we can ensure it is practical, relevant and useful. Jhinuk Sakar will lead a friendly, informal discussion focussing on the draft resource and we welcome..


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FAB Prize 2022

Virtual

Faber and Andlyn announce the opening of the FAB Prize for undiscovered writers and illustrators from underrepresented backgrounds. The first of its kind in the UK, and now in its sixth year, the FAB Prize aims to discover and showcase new talent, closing the gap between what is currently published and the reality for many families. Aspiring authors and illustrators..


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Janbowprints: Open Studio and Garden

241 Glenville Grove 241 Glenville Grove, London

AOI Member Jan Bowman invites you to her Open Studio and Garden in Deptford, southeast London (just a few minutes away from Deptford Market, which is also on Saturday). Drop round for new prints, cards, sketchbooks to peruse, iPad sketching demos and flowers in a chaotic, tiny but wonderful garden. See more of Jan's work here.


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London Book Fair 2023 – Come see The AOI

Olympia, London

Be part of London Book Fair 2023 Between 18 - 20 April 2023, London Book Fair (LBF) will unite the book community for three days of business, networking and learning. From face-to-face meetings and conferences to an eclectic seminar programme, which provides insight into the book world, kickstart your year with The London Book Fair. Come see The AOI at the Fair: AOI Publishing..


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