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Do you yearn to illustrate? Do you dream of being the star of the commercial art world? Then this is the book for you! In this fun-to-read manual you will quickly learn how to land Dream Commissions and wow Art Directors; get past the Scariest Secretaries; get loads of FREE Publicity; speed up Slow Payers; create killer newsletters and do a hundred other cool things to put your freelance illustration career straight into the fast-lane.
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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this book on a whim. I have always loved to draw and had thought wouldn't it be excellent if I could make a living from it (yeh sure like that could happen!), but I never expected i'd find a book that pretty much told you exactly how to do just that.
I've read it through once, in two nights, i've now gone through it quickly again and marked the pages with the best and most relevent advice to me.
What is written seems so obvious once it's been said, but alot of the ideas and concepts you would not be able to think up yourself without the advice of an experienced illustrator.
He tells you how to approach a company, how to sell yourself, and be business-like whislt remaining the chaotic artist that you are!
There are so many little tips, like how to keep a database of prospective clients, advertising and self-promotion.
It's written very well in a friendly, uncomplicated manner (although there are some serious typos!)
It's not gonna get you famous, it may not help make you any money as a freelance, but it would certainly give you a sturdy, helpful and much deserved push it the right direction!
Recomended for any one who has ever thought about drawing for a living.
I've read it through once, in two nights, i've now gone through it quickly again and marked the pages with the best and most relevent advice to me.
What is written seems so obvious once it's been said, but alot of the ideas and concepts you would not be able to think up yourself without the advice of an experienced illustrator.
He tells you how to approach a company, how to sell yourself, and be business-like whislt remaining the chaotic artist that you are!
There are so many little tips, like how to keep a database of prospective clients, advertising and self-promotion.
It's written very well in a friendly, uncomplicated manner (although there are some serious typos!)
It's not gonna get you famous, it may not help make you any money as a freelance, but it would certainly give you a sturdy, helpful and much deserved push it the right direction!
Recomended for any one who has ever thought about drawing for a living.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I got this book from Amazon nearly 9 years ago as an e-book.
9 years on, I am represented by a major agency and have been full time freelancing for the last 7 years. My clients include Virgin, Channel 5, Penguin, Tesco, FHM ... I also now teach Graphic Design and Illustration at a further education college.
This book was instrumental in kick starting my career. I studied Fine Art at uni, so was completely new to the industry, but the practical advice contained here filled me in. Even the nugget of cold calling art editors and getting past the receptionist is contained!
I also refer back to my (now dated) copy as I teach a business start up class.
The choice is simple... buy it!
9 years on, I am represented by a major agency and have been full time freelancing for the last 7 years. My clients include Virgin, Channel 5, Penguin, Tesco, FHM ... I also now teach Graphic Design and Illustration at a further education college.
This book was instrumental in kick starting my career. I studied Fine Art at uni, so was completely new to the industry, but the practical advice contained here filled me in. Even the nugget of cold calling art editors and getting past the receptionist is contained!
I also refer back to my (now dated) copy as I teach a business start up class.
The choice is simple... buy it!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I really enjoyed this book and found it to be full of useful information. It's direct and to the point so you don't have to wade through masses of text. It's also humorous making it an enjoyable read. I learned a lot and would recommend it.
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Good Present!
Wasn't for me so hard to review, but definitely a well received present. From what I've heard, it is being read quickly and there are practical, helpful tips throughout.
Published 16 months ago by DSG
there is better if you look around
Well, this is one of the first books I have reviewed on amazon, the only reason really is to tell people to spend their money elsewhere. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Robbo
Review 101
Excellent book for the real world with many useful tools and ideas to prepare for this competitive market.Would highly recommend.
Published on 28 Jan 2010 by Andrew Fowler
simplygreat
Whilst the production of this book is cheap as chips, and it is filled with typos. (though I'm not one to talk!) It does tell you how to do it. Read more
Published on 19 July 2009 by bringer of light
On Illustration but not Illustrated...
I've only started looking at this so it's too early to rate it. I must remark on the irony of it being about illustration yet they didn't give any work to an illustrator! Read more
Published on 15 Mar 2009 by G. Napier
invaluable advice
you must, must read this before starting on road of freelance illustration.
i must say, max scratchmann is very forthcoming with information he must've learned over many years... Read more
i must say, max scratchmann is very forthcoming with information he must've learned over many years... Read more
Published on 8 Nov 2008 by N. Moir
Not only for Illustrators
Anyone looking for a book on how to generate ideas and general tips on how to produce artwork better carries on searching. Read more
Published on 11 April 2008 by Chris Willems
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