TESTIMONIALS
Don't just take our word for it. Here is what others are saying...
"Thanks for writing your e-book, How To Get Started in Art Licensing. What I liked best about it was that it got right to all the main, meaty points, without fluff. I like that I got all my basic questions answered without having to skim through pages and pages of impertinent information. I also like that I can print it out and highlight sentences that will remind me of the steps I need to take next.
Thanks for all your hard work in helping new artists."
– Elisabeth Klos
www.ElisabethKlos.com
www.ekfinearts.com
"Loved that interview (April 2010 Ask Tara Reed) and have been inspired all day while working on my portfolio. Thanks Tara!"
- Mary Lou LaBerge
www.LaBergeDesign.com
"Tara’s books are a must-read for any artist interested in making a living with their artwork. Tara’s combination of professional knowledge and personal experience result in easy to read ebooks that are full of valuable information. I was able to apply the information she shared in the books immediately. Thanks to Tara, I don’t have to spend my time figuring out how licensing works. I can concentrate on my artwork and earning money."
~ Laura Bray, Artist & Owner, katydid designs, www.katydid-designs.com
"The illustration market has changed drastically over the last decade. It is now more important than ever for an illustrator to be an entrepeneur. This involves marketing to the widest possible number of potential buyers. It also means initiating, rather than simply waiting for projects to come. Licensing fits the bill on both of these. Tara Reed's books contain a wealth of information, much of which can only be gotten by the doing and she has done it. Licensing may not be for everyone, but her books give a fuller picture of this sometimes mysterious, but potentially lucrative, market."
–Jim Carson, faculty, MFA program University of Hartford
"Thank you for all of the insightful blogs and "ask" calls you offer. It's a great way to learn tidbits about this industry that we might never have even thought of. Of even greater importance, is that you invite some of the most successful licensors to give advice and answer questions, which is inspiring on so many levels."
– Nicole Percy
www.House-Mouse.com
"I am an artist showing at my first licensing expo but didn't have much background on licensing so I started searching for answers. I was so relieved to find Tara Reed.
Tara gave me valuable information and it was worth the cost of the consultation. She explained how licensing works, gave me good suggestions on preparing for the show and ideas for follow-ups after the show. Now, I feel more confident moving forward into the world of licensing. Thank you Tara!"
Jen, creator of Pincurl Girls
www.PinCurlGirls.com
"I've been a self-employed graphic designer for 22 years in Fairbanks, Alaska and wholesale 46 different notecards statewide. I've been thinking of entering the licensing market for several years now and your material was just perfect to fill in my knowledge gaps. Thanks so much for taking the time to compile all the things you've learned!"
– Jill Marshall, Artist, MarshallArtsDesign.com
"I have enjoyed learning from you VERY much. More than anything, your sharing of information via blog, teleseminars, emails, etc has given me permission to try. Just want you to know that your generosity does spawn action! The only thing holding me back at this stage is I need to stop spending my “clock money” (aka time) on the computer and literally sit down, paint and develop some collections. Wish me luck and thanks again!"
Deborah Dee, artist
www.deborahdee.blogspot.com
"I forwarded Tara Reed's terrific newsletter to a few artist friends that are on the fence about licensing. I wanted them to register and start receiving it too! I want them to see that licensing is not an overwhelming, murky undertaking and I feel like Tara's eBooks really whisk the fog away!"
~ Monica Lee, Artist
MonicaLeeStudios.com
"As an illustrator with years of experience, I thought it would be easy to jump into licensing my artwork. But as I tried to learn about the industry I found there were no good resources. Then I found Tara Reed's website and learned about her great eBooks. Since then I have gotten all of them and feel like the cloud of mystery has been lifted.
I am so happy I found them. The 'Cliffs Notes' to art licensing. I highly recommend them."
~ Karyn Servin
www.karynservin.com
"Your web site is an incredible resource for learning about the complex world of licensing. After reading through your web site, listening to interviews, and following you on Twitter, I've gone from feeling intimidated about the business to feeling empowered and ready to take my art where I want it to go. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!"
~Cyn Narcisi, Chicago, IL
Art>>www.cynnarcisi.com
Blog>>www.cynnarcisi.blogspot.com
"I have been using Tara Reed's e-book tutorials and taking teleseminars on art-licensing related topics, and have had personal coaching from her as well.
For those interested in exploring the art-licensing field, Tara Reed is a bright light illuminating the path to knowledge in the art-licensing field. Tara knows her subject. She has answered all my questions, to my satisfaction, and provided me with specific ideas and practical suggestions that I have been able to utilize in my work. Her positive energy is infectious and sets the stage of learning and exploration by fostering an attitude of eager anticipation.
I highly recommend Tara’s coaching, and look forward to continue working with her as I develop my business as a licensing artist."
~ Leyla Torres
www.LeylaTorres.com
"I was on your Beginner Basics Teleseminar for Art Licensing, and I cannot thank you enough! It was fantastic, and exactly what I wanted and needed at this time.
I have been exposed to and learning about art licensing for about 3 months. I was on the Paul Brent phone call in June, and found it so informative and inspiring, and have gotten a lot of information through my own research, but your call today really helped me put it all together and consolidate my knowledge and research to this point.
Everything you said on the call was exactly in the proper order for me to understand, and I found your action guide for the call VERY helpful as I took notes on it while you spoke. The way you categorized the steps of your seminar was very logical and thus easy to understand and process – it’s a lot of information!
I really appreciate getting “the reality of the job” of an artist in this field, from the inside, and your goal of “polarizing” us into feeling either for or against the job description! I am definitely “for” this career, for me, and your website and calls are a great resource for me to inspire myself to keep going.
Thank you again, very much – I look forward to listening to the call again."
~ Keri McIntyre
Los Angeles, CA
"These calls are priceless. THANKS." (in reference to "Ask" calls)
~ Madeline Faiella
www.madelinefaiella.com
"Hi Paul and Tara,
Thanks so much for sharing your licensing experiences and knowledge. Your session was so interesting and informative that I wish it lasted longer. I loved the format with Tara asking Paul questions and then jumping in periodically with comments. I felt like I was listening in to a conversation between two professionals discussing the business we all love - art licensing. I look forward to the next session in June and also your ebooks Paul!" (in reference to "Ask" calls)
Regards, Joan
Joan Beiriger – "art for products"
www.joanbeiriger.com
"I can't thank you enough for yesterday's Paul Brent interview. It was jammed packed with professional information and honest answers on the licensing industry. His keen point of view was refreshingly supported with rich insight.
Paul Brent definitely speaks as a man of experience and as a true artist. It's no wonder he's achieved so much success. Long live Paul Brent!"(in reference to "Ask" calls)
Stan Tusan – artist / writer
Phoenix, OR
"Love your site- you are a generous and happy mentor to many! I'm just getting started on my own again after 20 yrs at "a large midwetsern greeting company" and being a little timid about getting started. I really appreciate all the resources you make available."
Erin Dennis, artist
www.ErinDennis.net
"I’ve read your book and I feel empowered and ready to get started. Thanks! So well done on putting together such a comprehensive guide for us greenies!"
Elria Ellis, artist
www.ElriaEllisArt.blogspot.com
A Twitter testimonial about my goal to "polarize" artists with interviews and the Beginner Basics Teleseminar
@artsong hey Tara, listened to you on Artistically Speaking Radio. Now I know what I don't want to do. Very insightful.
@artistTaraReed I like ppl to know it's NOT 4 them w/little effort if it isn't a fit so that's awesome! :)
@artsong absolutely. I have work that would do well, but you made things very clear. I so appreciate you. It saves time and energy
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