I intend to produce some promotional items that I'd be able to give out/sell at comic conventions from a table/stall. I've been to some before, and they host artistic creators and creations I admire, love to produce similarly, and definitely something I'd like to go into in the future.
I will produce items to promote my Graphic Novel/Comic Series "Mind Over Matter", so things like posters, stickers, badges, stickers, postcards, bookmarks, tote bags, temp tattoos, t-shirts, business cards, zines and prints, using and referencing the comic covers.
I will also be promoting my miscellaneous work through similar promotional items. That way on my table I'd have a diverse range of items and concepts, people will be drawn in by my various illustrative pieces or they might take an interest in my comic. View the "table" tab to see a model of what I'd like the table to look like.
Potential Clients
Comic Book Publishers
- 2000AD
- Titan
- Image
- SelfMadeHero
- Drawn and Quarterly
- Dark Horse
- Dynamite (aren't in need of artists but accept script and story submissions)
- Archaia - specialise in fantasy, sci fi, noir and horror. This would be a very appropriate publisher considering my story content
- Top Shelf Productions
- Orca Book
A lot of the above publishers are very ambitious, somewhat unrealistic, at least right now in my life/career. The ones above are however, the ones that take in new artists and writers, whereas the more established, high-end publishers will head hunt or already have partners.
Other clients include:
- Nobrow - they are a diverse publisher, from graphic novels to children's books
- Following my strategy of tabling at conventions is a fantastic way to network in real life. You never know who will show up. Having a table makes it easier for others, potential clients, to find you, instead of you finding them.
- Social Networking is also a great way to get noticed. You may get recognised through your admired artists who in turn may have opportunities for you. Join communities that share similar interests/professions. Quite often it comes down to who you know, not what you know.
