Episode008-S01-Ep08 – Process Used When Creating ArtBizJam and Advice on Presenting Artwork with Phyllis Dobbs

In this episode of The Artist Appeals, we’re going to talk to the licensed designer of many fabrics. Phyllis Dobbs, has been in the textile and service industry for over 15 years. Her artwork has been on many different fabrics and she’s been designing patterns, textiles, and working in the licensing field for quite some time. About seven or eight years ago, she helped found a new event called the ArtBizJam.

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In this episode you’ll hear:

[03:45] How ArtBizJam was founded.
[06:27] Why Phyllis focused on fabric art.
[09:06] The process that Phyllis and her team used when creating ArtBizJam.
[09:26] How the licensing process was focused on when founding ArtBizJam.
[13:00] The behind the scenes on the presentations at the ArtBizJam 2019.
[14:59] How the ArtBizJam community amplifies their businesses through social media.
[16:40] The different shows that artists go to, to showcase their art.
[19:13] Erin Sparler’s humous experience at Surtex in San Fransisco.
[ 20:56] How Phyllis organizes her artwork.
[22:41] Software that Phyllis uses to create her artwork.
[26:07] How to present your artwork for licensing.
[29:41] Phyllis’ advice on ways on how to present your artwork.
[32:12] Phyllis’ advice on methods to market your artwork.
[33:25] Phyllis’ experience with licensing agents.
[37:21] Phyllis’ advice on licensing and contract terms for your art business.
[40:18] How Phyllis defines and celebrates her success.
[46:31] Different ways on how to diversify your art business to create multiple revenue streams.
[47:26] Amazing sites you can sell your art on to expand your business.
[54:50] Advice on what to do when your artwork copyrights are infringed.
[59:22] Books recommendations by Phyllis Dobbs.