Thursday, December 12, 2013

Choosing The Right Illustrator Portland Maine

By Jeannie Chapman


A great illustration can capture the imagination of a reader. Whether it is a timeless classic or the work of a new writer the addition of the right picture can make all the difference. That is why it is worth investing in the right professional illustrator Portland Maine.

It is also worth noting that the talents of an illustrator may not necessarily be restricted to story books. A well illustrated instruction manual or presentation can often prove more engaging to a reader rather than something that is filled with dry facts or looks boring and uninviting. Pictures also help to break up large chunks of text and make it easier for the reader to process information.

When you are considering someone to illustrate a project think about what you want. You may want something stylish that grabs the attention of your reader. The kind of cover you would get for an exciting thriller will be different from a quirky romantic comedy. A good illustrator can not only make great pictures but will also have an understanding of your potential audience.

You also need to think about the amount of illustrations you need. If you have an artist that creates pictures that are hand drawn and need a lot of detail then it may be best to limit the amount of pictures they do. Alternatively someone with a simpler and more cartoon like style can probably produce a lot more pictures a lot more quickly. What you have to decide is what is appropriate.

However a clear brief should not be one that is excessively dictatorial either. Ultimately you want an artist that not only does their work professionally but enjoys it too. Often the relationship with an illustrator can be as much a personal relationship as it is a professional one and you should try to work with them rather than giving them an order in a heavy handed way.

You also need to find out if they will charge for redoing pictures. Some illustrators may be willing to redo pictures at no additional charge. However others may ask you to pay more to redo, especially if it involves changing a lot of details. A smart artist will show you a picture at the rough stage so you can point out any changes with the minimum of additional work for the artist.

There are various places you can contact artists. There are various professional associations you can contact as well as commission details on a variety of less formal websites. There is no right or wrong as such but it does pay to look for people that can demonstrate that they have the appropriate experience.

There are a number of places you can find an illustrator Portland Maine. Often they will have their own websites but there are also professional websites and art sites where you can contact them directly. Contacting a number of them will make it easier to compare their services and get the right one to suit your requirements.




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