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Frequently Asked Questions
Graphic Design and Marketing Questions:
1. Why should I choose you to create my design?
2. How much will my design project cost and what do I need to get started?
Every project is different so every estimate varies. This is based on the information you provide me:
Contact me with the scope of your project and I will give you an estimated amount of time and fee for the first draft.
3. I am a start-up and have a tight budget. But I don’t know what I want. What can I do to save money on this project?
Do your homework:
4. Why should I spend money on creative design when I can get someone to do it cheap?
Your branding (i.e. logo design and promotional material “look”) will be how your clients visually remember you. It is imperative to invest in branding that you really like and that really defines your company’s message.
I’ve worked with a client who bought a simple, discounted logo package from a design firm. My client never loved the logo because it was “blah” but used it because it was cheap. It didn’t “say” anything about their business. When they came to me, they had been using this logo for years so the logo was on everything: their business cards, rack cards, website, brochures, t-shirts, you name it. This client not only paid for the original design and all the promotional materials that had that design on it, but also paid for a second design and new promotional materials. Furthermore, they had to resubmit copyright paperwork and fees. If they had just spent a little more money hiring someone to create a look and logo they liked, they would have actually saved money in the end.
If you are on a budget, figure out what your budget is. Branding, marketing and advertising can all be part of your marketing budget, which you can write off. If you need help determining a practical marketing budget, visit the Small Business Administration http://www.sba.gov/aboutsba/sbaprograms/sbdc/index.html or SCORE http://www.score.org/index.html.
I believe that adding some creativity to your branding will help you stand out from your competitors. I am interested in making something completely suitable for you, that defines your product/business and that will promote your product/business to your target market. If you need help deciding who your target market is and figuring out your, marketing plan, I have years of marketing experience and can help you there too.
5. Can I hire you as a marketing or PR consultant?
Yes. I have volunteered on a Board of Directors for an art council and on a city’s art steering committee. I have years of art experience, design experience and marketing/PR experience that I bring to each project. I have helped a handful of start-up businesses with their marketing plans (and portions of their business plans) and can help guide you along. Furthermore, I can help write copy for your marketing materials and do public relations for you if you find yourself stumbling. I charge an hourly fee for these services.
6. Will you design my website?
Yes, I currently take select web design projects. To make things smoother, please contact me with the following information:
Illustration Questions:
1. What type of illustration will you do?
I enjoy creating illustrations for:
* Books, magazine, newspapers, online venues and any other publication
* T-shirts and other fiber wear
* Vector art for use in design works
* Floral science illustrations
* Logos and identity design
* Call me for other projects
2. Can I hire you to illustrate a publication for me?
Yes. Please call or email me with the scope of your project and any ideas you may have and we will discuss the details further.
3. Can I use an existing illustration for a project of mine?
Each of my works are copyrighted. Please contact me for permission if you want to use any of my works.
4. How much will is cost?
It depends on where and how the design is going to be used, the level of detail, how many revisions are included in the pricing, timelines, etc. Please call with your project details and I can give you a better estimate.
Fine Art and Commissioned Works Questions:
1. Someone purchased the painting I love. Can I buy a reproduction?
There is a list of reproductions available through my store. Please review it to see if the artwork you wanted is listed. Contact me for additional purchase information.
2. How much does a commissioned fine art work cost?
It depends on the amount of detail involved, but it generally ranges from $1.25/sq inch to $2/sq inch on stretched canvas or paper. The minimum charge is $100 for commissioned works. Mural pricing is different, ranging from $10/sq foot to $30/sq foot.