Question 1

How much do you charge for custom design work?

Accepted Answer

Pricing for custom prints are dependant on a number of factors such as design complexity, project scope and usage fees.

For a Basic Print Package (up to 4 colours), pricing starts from AU$950.

For a Premium Print Package (up to 23 colours), pricing starts from AU$1500.

This includes:

• Trend and Market Research
 • 1 Mood Board
 • 1 Custom Print (in repeat)
 • 1 Colourway
 • Colour Separation (if required)
 • Pantone Codes
 • Product Mock-Ups
 • 1 Artwork Spec Sheet
 • Up to 3 Revisions
 • Up to 3 Video Consultations
 • Email Support

In order to prepare an accurate quote, please fill out the form here.(https://www.carolynquan.design/custom-print-enquiry)

Question 2

Why is there a waiting period for custom print designs?

Accepted Answer

I freelance part-time outside of my regular job, so my availability is limited to one client per month.

This allows me to dedicate enough time to each client project to provide high-quality service and a high level of polish.

You should plan your custom print design accordingly. Each project is allocated 4 weeks of development time, from initial concept to delivery.

Question 3

How can I purchase an exclusive print from you?

Accepted Answer

My Pattern Library is password-protected so you will need to create an account.(https://www.carolynquan.design/register)

Once signed in, you may browse online and select the print number you wish to purchase and follow instructions to check out. The file(s) will be emailed to you within 48 hours and the print is removed from the website.

Question 4

How much does an exclusive print cost from your online Pattern Library?

Accepted Answer

You can purchase an exclusive, pre-made design from my Pattern Library for AU$650 and up (GST inclusive). Pricing is dependant on design complexity.

Scale adjustments are free for all designs from my Pattern Library.

Custom colourways will be charged an additional fee.

Question 5

Can I request scale and colour adjustments?

Accepted Answer

Yes!

I am  pleased to offer custom colourways and scale adjustments for any pre-existing designs from my Pattern Library (https://www.carolynquan.design/register)or Spoonflower (https://www.spoonflower.com/profiles/carolynquan?filter_action=collection&info_action=&nav_action=all&shop_selection=all_collection&sub_action=new_profile)shop.

Get in touch (https://www.carolynquan.design/contact)to learn more about my custom colourway and resize service!

Question 6

What is art licensing?

Accepted Answer

Art licensing is essentially where you (the licensee) ‘rent’ an artwork from an artist or designer (the licensor) to use on your products.

As a licensee, you pay a fee to the licensor to use the artwork in accordance with the terms you’ve agreed on with the licensor.

Question 7

What are the differences between commercial licenses?

Accepted Answer

Exclusive Buy-Out:

An exclusive buy-out allows you to purchase the design outright and have the copyrights transferred to you. When you receive ownership, you can use and edit the design without any limitations or restrictions. This also means the designer can no longer use the design.

Industry-Exclusive License:

An industry-exclusive license allows you to choose any existing design of mine to be manufactured and sold as finished goods exclusively in one category and one industry.

The design will not be licensed to other companies in the same industry simultaneously and may be removed from sites such as Spoonflower.

The usage terms for an exclusive license vary and are negotiated and agreed upon by all parties before any artwork is released to the client.

Non-Exclusive License:

A non-exclusive license allows you to choose any existing design of mine to be manufactured and sold as finished goods under one category.

The design may also be licensed non-exclusively to other companies at the same time and will remain for sale on sites such as Spoonflower, where people may purchase it printed on fabric, wallpaper, and other products.

Question 8

How much does a license cost?

Accepted Answer

Pricing is bespoke and tailored to each client.

The following factors are considered:

• Complexity of the artwork/design
 • Number of colourways offered
 • Whether it's an exclusive or non-exclusive license
 • What sort of product category you wish to sell in
 • Number of units sold
 • Duration of license

To learn more, please fill out my Art Licensing Enquiry Form. (https://www.carolynquan.design/art-licensing-form)

Question 9

Who owns the copyright of the artwork/design?

Accepted Answer

Designs from my online Pattern Library (https://www.carolynquan.design/register)are available as exclusive buy-outs, meaning the copyright is transferred over to the purchaser once payment has been made.

Designs from my Spoonflower (https://www.spoonflower.com/profiles/carolynquan?filter_action=collection&info_action=&nav_action=all&shop_selection=all_collection&sub_action=new_profile)shop are available to license either exclusively or non-excusively, and  I retain all copyright and ownership of these artworks.

Question 10

What techniques do you use when creating your art?

Accepted Answer

Everything will be hand-drawn or hand-painted from scratch, so you will always receive 100% original artwork. I do not use AI or clip art.

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