Meet the experts of Art Licensing Info
Tara Reed | Paul Brent | Mary Engelbreit | Jill Seale | Attorney Cheryl Hodgson | Licensing Agent Suzanne Cruise |
Daniel Tardent | Kim Beasley
The mission of "Art Licensing Info" is provide artists with a variety of ways to learn about the art licensing industry from artists and experts in the field. Started in 2008 by artist Tara Reed, the site is ever growning and changing.
But who are the people behind the content? Read below for a brief bio of each and click on the links to learn more. Each of these experts bring a different background and experience to the table, making the family of sites a vast resource of information. Check back as we hope to add more as time goes on!
Tara Reed
Artist Tara Reed has been licensing her art since 2004 and has built her business from the ground up. Armed with creativity, a background and passion for business and a persistence all her own, Tara quickly saw the need for a place to learn about the industry! After getting her business going, she created the "Art Licensing Info" site and started building a community of artists and experts.
"This addition to my business has been more rewarding than I ever imagined. I love speaking, writing and teaching. The added bonus of new friends and a network of artists has been wonderful!" Learn more about Tara...
Paul Brent
A true powerhouse in Licensing, artist Paul Brent is listed at #94 in License! Global Magazines top #100 Licensing Companies in 2008 -- most of the list being comprised of large corporations, movie and tv studios and the like. (download the Top 100 list) Paul started out selling originals and art prints of his work then added licensing in 1988.
A firm believer in networking and giving back, the vast industry knowledge and experience offered by Paul through Ask Calls and Coaching is priceless. Learn more about Paul...
Mary Engelbreit
Mary Engelbreit is known throughout the world for her distinctive illustration style, imbued with spirited wit and nostalgic warmth. Starting in 1977, Mary Engelbreit licensed her art for a greeting card line and today boasts a list that’s grown to include nearly 6,500 products in all, with more than $1 billion in lifetime retail sales.
What a resource for artists wanting to learn more about how to succeed in the art licensing industry! Mary will be the March 2010 Art Licensing Info Monthly Ask Call Expert... go to www.MaryEngelbreit.com/AskME/ to submit your question and get registered!
Jill Seale
Jill Seale knows licensing. Creator, artist and marketing genius behind the "Nun for the Road™" character brand and more recently she has begun to "launch off on the excruciating joys of motherhood. She is mother of one daughter and all of her friends, her friends children, and their children's children, plus all animals that cross her path. Jill crams in marathoning and travel, keeping life and love at critical mass." (Her words!)
As you can see, this artist comes armed with experience and a great sense of humor. Jill will lends her expertise in Ask Calls and Coaching.
Learn more about Jill...
Learn about Jill's Mom Scouts™...
Attorney Cheryl Hodgson
With more than 25 years of experience in trademark and copyright legal matters, Hodgson offers a unique combination of legal expertise and practical business experience gained prior to beginning her career as an attorney. Her practice focuses primarily on the registration, licensing, and enforcement of agreements pertaining to trademark and copyright properties, helping clients to protect their valuable intellectual property.
Cheryl works with artists in the industry. She knows the business. She's practical about what is and isn't worth your time, money and effort to fight legally. You can 'get to know' Cheryl by signing up for a free mp3 audio replay of the call where she answered questions submitted by artists like you.
Get the audio and learn more about Cheryl...
Art Licensing Agent Suzanne Cruise
Suzanne Cruise – an accomplished artist whose career includes a staff position as an illustrator at Hallmark Cards, Inc. – founded her company 17 years ago. Suzanne has built her flourishing business based on a thorough understanding of the creative process, the marketplace, design trends and clients' needs. Licensees commend her dedication to understanding and meeting their needs, as well as her unique ability to create a perfect match between artist and manufacturer.
Suzanne was part of the monthly "Ask" call program on December 16, 2009. Click here to get a free copy of the mp3 replay.
SEO / Artist Website Guru Daniel Tardent
Daniel Tardent - art marketer, art website designer and author of SEO for Artists has brought the often complicated and ‘techy’ world of Search Engine Optimization and boiled it down to ‘need to know’ infomation for artists and ‘where to go’ resources so you can optimize your website, do occasional maintenance but focus on what you do best… your art.
Daniel was the special guest of the Ask About SEO for Artists call in February 2010. Click here to get a free copy of the mp3 replay.
Kim Beasley - The WordPress Lady
Kim Beasley - She also knows that artists have some unique needs and concerns when it comes to their art and security online. She can help you use WordPress as your complete online solution or a piece of the puzzle – it’s up to you.
Kim was the special guest of the Ask About WordPress for Artists call in June 2010. Click here to get a free copy of the mp3 replay.
