Wednesday
Sep292010
UK author launches competition to find illustrator
Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at 10:54AM Published UK author Brian John has announced a competition in his search for an illustrator. Most of us won't be able to enter since he's looking for West Wales talent, but I do find his approach intriguing. He has published about 30 books under the Greencroft Books label (his own publishing house).
As more authors start considering self-publishing (because of e-publishing possibilities, print-on-demand options, etc.), this may be one way for them to find illustrators. Because an illustrator would need to be willing to do work on spec upfront, however, they may only attract less experienced illustrators.
Reader Comments (1)
He's offering around $350 to the winner... and all ll you need to do is come up with a cover illustration and 6 interior illustrations. Lets do the math. Say you win this stupid contest. Seven Illustrations for $350 equals $50/illustration... need I say more. As a writer (& publisher) in the industry, he should be ashamed of himself. No wonder he can't find the talent he's looking for?