make art that sells: the global art gathering (event brochure)
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Make Art That Sells: The Global Art Gathering will bring together leading experts from the art industry with artists from all over the world, to explore how to build a flourishing art/design career by making great art that is commercially viable. The event will be held at the stunning Brighton Dome in Brighton, one of the most creative cities in Europe, on June 12, 2015. http://bit.ly/1GiOUJKTRANSCRIPT
LILLA ROGERSAgent, Author,
Artist
MARGO TANTAUVP, Design &
Creative,
Midwest-CBK
Join usfor an incredible live event
in Europe’s most creative city.
Get industry insight from art
directors and other experts
on topics such as licensing,
selling and standing out from
the crowd. If you are serious
about your art career, then
this is not to be missed!
join us for
the global art gatheringJune 12, 2015 . Brighton, UK
featuring
top art
agent
Lilla
Rogers
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Spend a day in the company of people who will
make you believe in the potential of your own
creative career.
This exciting new one day event will bring
together leading experts from the art industry
with artists from all over the world, to explore
how to build a flourishing art/design career by
making great art that is commercially viable.
Led by host Lilla Rogers, one of the top art
agents in the US who has sold art for products
worth over $100 million, this event is not to be
missed. It will be a special opportunity to get
an insight into what art sells and why, how to
find more joy in your art and make a healthy
living from your creativity. This is a chance
to connect with other artists, grow your
community and build your creative confidence.
Registration is now OPEN for
Make Art That Sells:The Global Art Gatheringwhich will rock the creative city of
Brighton, UK on June 12, 2015
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Dear Artist,
Do you crave real expert advice on how to make your work more
commercially viable while staying true to yourself? Do you have burning
questions about the world of licensing? Do you want to connect with
other artists from around the world and be part of something very
special? Then join us for Make Art That Sells—the Global Art Gathering.
After three decades in the business I know what’s hot, what’s on
the horizon, what art directors look for and how to apply that
knowledge to your own art work. I will be doing a LIVE review
of art on the stage (which might include your work!) and sharing
the latest trend insight from the cutting edge of this industry.
I have also reached deep into my little black book to gather some of the
top industry experts working today to join us for a series of Q&A sessions.
This is your opportunity to see them speak LIVE, to ask them anything
and get all the motivation you need to take your career to the next level.
Perhaps even more importantly, I have found that something magical
happens when you get together with a large group of like-minded creative
people, and I’m very much looking forward to seeing the sparks fly.
This is going to be THE art event of the year, and I hope you will
be part of it by joining us in Brighton. I can’t wait to see you!
xoxo
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Option 1
LOVELY STANDARD PACKAGE
Includes:
• Full day conference of inspiring
speakers, panels and Q&A on June 12
• Tea/coffee
• Catered lunch
• Registration for
Bootcamp 2016 online course
(worth £99/approx $150)
• Professional-level assignment ahead
of the event with the chance to
have your work featured in Lilla
Rogers’ live review at the event*
(*Please note not all submitted work will be reviewed)
All this for just £245 (approx. $374)
Option 2
YOUR FAIRY ARTMOTHER’S SPECIAL VIP
PACKAGE(only 40 spots
available)
Includes everything in the Lovely
Standard Package (listed left) PLUS:
• A special intimate VIP evening
reception on June 11 in a gorgeous
venue by the sea. This includes
refreshments and a meet-and-greet
with Lilla Rogers and special guests
• VIP goodie bag including a
signed copy of Lilla Rogers’ book
I Just Like To Make Things
• Complimentary registration for
the 2015 Global Talent Search
worth £25 (approx. $37)
• £100 (approx. $150) voucher
redeemable against any MATS
online course (excluding
Bootcamp), including the new
course to be launched later this
year—valid throughout 2015.
(Yup, we said “new course”!)
All this for just £459 (approx. $699)
What’s included?
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The café where you’ll schmooze with other artists from around the world. Some of the coolness that comes out of Lilla Rogers Studio.
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What will happen at the event?The day will be packed with inspiring talks,
panel discussions and Q&A sessions with
top industry experts like art director Margo
Tantau of Midwest-CBK. There will also
be a host of networking opportunities, an
insight into the Lilla Rogers Studio Global
Talent Search, fun surprises and an amazing
buzz! PLUS Lilla Rogers will give a trend
presentation and a LIVE review featuring
artwork by a handful of the attendees.
Why this is worth it for you• You will learn insider secrets from people
who buy and sell art every single day
• You will get specific advice on how to
make your art more commercially viable*
• You will hear personal stories and lessons
learned which will inspire and uplift you
• You will forge valuable and nurturing
connections with peers from around
the world
• You will come away more confident
and motivated, knowing what you need
to do next to make great art that sells
About the assignmentWe are excited to offer a unique element to
this event. Participants will be sent a special
art assignment by email ahead of the day,
with details of how to upload your work to
a special online gallery. The gallery will be
published just ahead of the event, and Lilla
will select around 15 pieces to feature in a
live review on stage at the event. This is an
incredible opportunity, so don’t miss it!
* Please note Lilla and her team will select a handful of pieces
from work submitted to the designated online gallery by
the given deadline to feature in the review. Due to time
restrictions not all submitted work will be reviewed. Review
content will be relevant and applicable to your own work.
Those featured will not be revealed in advance of the event.
When is it?The main event will take place on Friday,
June 12, 2015. Doors will open for registration,
refreshments and networking at 9:00 am,
with the full programme beginning at
10:00 am. The event will end at 4:30 pm.
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Make a weekend of it and
enjoy the shore at Brighton.
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Where is it?Make Art That Sells: The Global Art Gathering
will take place in the Concert Hall of the
stunning Brighton Dome in Brighton, on
the south coast of England (here on a
map). The Dome was originally built as
the Prince Regent’s royal riding house in
1805, and combines the best of Brighton’s
past, present and future. It sits within the
beautiful Royal Pavilion Estate, and has
both Grade I and Grade II listed heritage.
It’s a long way to go for a one day event. Is there much to do in Brighton?Yes! Brighton is one of the most vibrant,
colorful and creative cities in Europe, home
to thousands of artists, with studios scattered
all over the city and along the seafront. From
its iconic piers and rows of beach huts to the
historic Royal Pavilion, from its contemporary
galleries to its fantastic shopping, Brighton is
the perfect place to get inspired and connect
with other creative people. There are a host
of independent shops, cosy cafes, lively
bars and fabulous restaurants to sample.
Why not make a short stay of it, and use
the time to sketch, wander, dream, make
new friends and explore! For more info see
Visit Brighton / Design*Sponge guide to
Brighton / A Local’s Guide to Shopping.
How do I get there?Brighton is just under an hour by rail from
London and only 30 minutes from London
Gatwick Airport. The city is also served by
a direct rail link from the Eurostar Service
at St Pancras, as well as easily accessible
from the major ports of Dover, Portsmouth,
Southampton and the local port of Newhaven.
National Express coaches also regularly
service the city. Find out more here.
Where should I stay?There is a huge range of accommodation to
choose from, ranging from top of the range
hotels to holiday rentals, quirky B&Bs to
low cost youth hostels. Find out more here,
or check out what’s available on AirBnB.
How can I connect with other attendees?All registered participants will be invited to
join a private Facebook group where you
can connect with each other, and make any
private arrangements to meet up, etc.
Any questions?If you have any questions about
the event please email our team at
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Stroll the grounds at the splendid Royal Pavilion Estate. Be inspired by the presentations at this gorgeous auditorium.
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ABOUT LILLA ROGERS
Lilla Rogers Agent, Author, Artist Lilla Rogers Studio
Lilla Rogers is one of the most successful
illustration agents in the in the world,
managing the careers of over 30 high-caliber
artists whose works you’ve undoubtedly
seen in children’s books, magazines,
greeting cards, and on scads of deliciously
designed goods from bed linens and tote
bags to journals and wall art. Lilla has sold
art for products worth over $100 million,
and has clients all over the globe.
Lilla was a full-time, highly successful
illustrator beginning in 1984 with clients
ranging from the New York Times,
Takashimaya, Barneys New York, and Levi’s.
She had agents in Tokyo, Paris, and New York.
In 1994 her top students asked her to represent
them. Since that time, Lilla Rogers Studio has
become one of the most respected illustration
agencies in the US, with clients in Europe and
Asia and known for setting trend. Being an
illustrator and teacher allows Lilla the unique
position of helping her artists grow as she fully
understands the creative process and how to
nurture the best in each artist. She has lectured
internationally at conferences and trade
shows—such as the Illustration Conference
(ICON) and PrintsourceNewYork—colleges
and corporations, and is interviewed for her
expertise as an agent, trendsetter, and artist.
In her wildly popular online course series
‘Make Art That Sells’, Lilla shares insights into
the top ten markets for art, who buys what,
and how to make your art more commercially
viable while staying true to yourself. Lilla
has also authored I Just Like to Make Things:
Learn the Secrets to Making Money While
Staying Passionate About Your Art and Craft.
She lives in Arlington, Massachusetts. Visit
her online at www.lillarogers.com or check out
her courses at www.makeartthatsells.com.
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ABOUT MARGO TANTAU
Margo Tantau Vice-President, Design and Creative Midwest-CBK
Retrace Margo’s career path, and you’ll find
yourself literally all over the map. Margo
blends a passion for art, design and the
people who create it, with an understanding
of specialty retailing, manufacturing, and
the challenges of being an independent
artist. Margo’s love of possibility enabled
her to turn the success of her unique Napa
Valley retail store, Tantau, into a sought-
after wholesale business called Relish. This
retailer-favorite venture represented unique
small artists nationally and internationally,
and specialized in product that would
differentiate any store buyer who chose to
place an order. Her success with Relish led to
national magazine work, and four years as
Creative Director of seasonal décor company,
Midwest of Cannon Falls. Later she joined
Hallmark, where she served as Creative
Director of Retail Product Development
and led a new in-house manufacturing
division. Margo consults with artists and
works with creative companies to assure
successful growth. She has recently returned
to Midwest—now called Midwest-CBK—to be
the Creative and Design lead of the company,
as they forge new and exciting paths in the
industry while respecting their unique artful
legacy. She’s madly enjoying the challenge.
Margo loves working with artists and it is
this passion that guides her creative spirit.
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Above: Some of the BoHo home décor collection, created by
Zoë Ingram for Midwest-CBK. This was just one of several
commissions Zoë earned by being named the Grand Prize
Winner of the Global Talent Search—in addition to becoming
one of the newest artists represented by Lilla Rogers Studio.
In Brighton you’ll find color palettes galore to inspire you, like these beach huts.
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join us for
the global art gatheringJune 12, 2015 . Brighton, UK
featuring
top art
agent
Lilla
Rogers
Make Art That Sells: The Global Art Gathering will
take place in the Concert Hall of the stunning Brighton
Dome in Brighton, on the south coast of England.
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