Saturday 17 January 2015

How To Make Artistic Greeting Cards

By Kristen Baird


The world of greeting cards start to grow nowadays. This is especially that lots of people are now more open with any possibility of business. So, if you have the talent to make your own designs and styles, consider it as a start of your career, especially that most companies are looking for potential artists. Cards are usually give to people you love to show your love and gratitude to them. But, today, it gives more meaning.

There are different ways to produce your own creative greeting cards. If you prefer to work with printers and file formatting, you may consider to follow and break down the steps to make it easier for you. You may actually consider some tips to help you get started in the world of artistic greeting cards.

First thing to consider is to choose from the usual greeting cards fund in bookstores and at any stores. Generally, the size of the card will depend on the size of the envelopes. This will also make them accessible and easy to merchandise. They will also fit to the standard card racks in crafts stores. So, if you are working with printers, be sure to make cards that comes with the best envelops.

Next thing to consider is to format your artwork. Most of the helpful tips also serve better in many printers as well as for home printing jobs. But, make sure to choose a printer that offers specific features. Basically, it depends on the specification f the printer. You only have to review them properly. Check everything before printing them to determine how they look after printing.

Actually in the present time. A lot of greeting card businesses are looking for new sources of artistic designs and styles to become part of their company lines. For this reason, you as an artist should make use of your talent and skill to earn extra cash. You only have to know and understand the concept of selling artwork and understand the needs of the company. Be sure to determine the style of the cards that suit to the preference of the company and clients.

Some companies want an artwork that does not exclude specific population demographics. For this reason, animals, such as dogs, cats and birds are very popular because they are cross cultural. There are also specialist companies who want a certain type of illustrations that caters a religious or cultural demographic. These companies seldom receive submissions than bigger firms.

Typically, there are many organizations that produce their own greeting cards and some would depend on some sources. If you want to submit your artwork, you do have to send them to big named companies, since there are also small publishers to help you as a beginner.

Once you have identified some publishers, you also have to make your submission package more accurately. Make sure to follow the submission instructions. Once you have accomplished the process, you need to follow up with those companies, since some of them may respond for a long period of time.

If you are keeping a good work, there are also many publishers who will love your art. Making use of your talent will give you a lot of opportunities in business. So, if you have enough money to establish your own venture, then you have to make sure that you are prepare enough to face bigger challenges.




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