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There are many iconic CD album covers. Often, they can stand alone as a work of art. Bands typically use professional artists or firms for their artwork, or they might choose a particularly evocative photograph. The artwork should reflect the music on the album and the image the band is conveying.
Illustrations enhance the text of a book. Many times a publisher will illustrate a book in house before publication, but if it doesn't, illustrating is up to the author. Finding illustrations can be difficult, especially of you don't have the money to invest in usage rights. There are several ways to get illustrations for your book without having to spend a lot of money up front.
If you think you have the next Marvel or DC title or you want to publish an independent comic book, then an illustrator is just what you need to help make your idea into a reality. Dust off your networking and research skills to quickly find an illustrator for your comic book idea using some of the suggestions below.
The digital age makes submitting illustrations less time consuming and safe. The key remains to know your market for best results. The need for content crosses several media venues from books to magazines, hard copy to digital, advertisements, contests and comics. Read on to learn how to submit an illustration to a magazine.
