Tips For Cartoonist

All over the web there are many sites and programs that always guarantee that you can make money within the next 10 minutes as fast as ABC. I am sorry but almost without exception they do not work.

This is equally true when it comes to the world of cartooning. Most of these sites however, focus on drawing techniques, very few of them actually discuss what you can do and where you can start.

Nothing here will be new to you, but more as a reminder of what is possible. So here we go hope your ready.

1) Tell a great story. Actually this is not exclusive to cartooning and graphic work, but even in any business, story telling is a great aid to selling. People can relate to it and see the images in their heads. The story is actually more important that the art. Many cartoons have pretty average art, but have become world famous due to their stories.

2) Develop your own unique style.

No one wants to watch the same things over and over again. Again this is not exclusive to cartooning. If viewers can identify your art as soon as they look at it all the better and you will be known for that style. Be an expert in your style.

3) Develop your own characters. Your product will become more valuable if you have your own characters in the stories. This will also become very important in the future should your cartoons become famous and you venture into selling them to a studio.

4) Produce Your Own Art-Folio. If no one knows what you do how can they find you. Your folio and presentations should look excellent. They are your sales tools and will speak volumes for your talents before people even meet you.

5) Be seen on the internet. This is a worldwide sales bulletin for you. Free access worldwide 24 hours a day. This is a must and you can include so much more formats such as video and audio.

6) Niche marketing. One of my successes in life is that I chose to work in niche markets. It is easier to be number one if not the only one. Become an expert in your niche and you will gain almost instant respect.

7) Be a businessman. This is not a joke or a gimmick but a serious business. Don't loose the fun element but if you treat it as a sideline you will get sideline results.

8) Join professional web sites, forums and associations to promote your artworks and talents. Network whenever you can and hand out your business card everywhere. Put your art wherever you can.

9) Think long term. Your artwork may take a while before it becomes known. Never give up and draw at every occasion you can. Do work for free if you need, but do produce work and get it out.

10) Be honest and stay in integrity. Don't cheat, don't copy and only draw thing that are in alignment with your values.