Not many people know that you can get a stable and decent income by creating vector illustrations. But this is an ideal option for mothers on maternity leave.

• This can be done directly from home.
• This allows you to reach a stable decent income and be the mistress of your life.
• You need very little: a computer, Internet access, a little time, desire and hard work to master the necessary computer program.
• And even the presence of art or special education is not required.

In an interview, Elena told what is needed to master the profession, how to start earning, how to make the income stable. She also shared her secret of how vector art can be a source of passive income.

What is a vector, and where are vector graphics used?

The easiest way to explain this is in the difference with a bitmap.

An example of a bitmap is a photograph. Opening it on a computer screen and making the maximum increase, we see a dense grid and multi-colored pixels. They are not related in any way. You can remove, replace, recolor one pixel, and the picture as a whole will not change. Such an image cannot be enlarged indefinitely without loss of quality.

Vector images are pure mathematics. Each point has its own coordinates. While drawing vector objects the program takes into account the distance between adjacent points, tilt angles, curvature, direction and so on. Vector images can be enlarged an infinite number of times without loss of quality.

The use of vector images is huge. With their help, a corporate identity is created: logos, business cards, leaflets, decorative elements for the design of printed materials, illustrations, avatars, badges, navigation on sites.

How do you get passive income from the created vector images?

This can be done using photo banks, or stocks.

Stock is a virtual bank of images. In an ordinary bank, you can put money into an account, and eventually get interest. The drains are arranged in a similar way.

You drew a picture, passed moderation, and the bank sells it for you. Magazines either come to the site, look at illustrations on the right topics and choose what they need.

One vector illustration on stock costs between $ 0.25 and $ 5. It would seem that $ 0.25 per download is a penny price for a week's work. But the point is that some images can be downloaded hundreds or thousands of times. I have drawings downloaded several hundred times, and this is not the coolest result. Therefore, the stock is very a good option to generate passive income.

Can people without art education create vector images and earn money?

Art education is not a panacea at all. I myself did not study the design package at the institute, but after graduation, on my own. There are a lot of people like me. The lack of specialized education does not interfere with reaching a good level of earnings, especially when working with stocks.

What do you need to learn how to create vector images from scratch?

First of all - own a graphics package: either the Corel Draw program, or Adobe illustrator, or both. To do this, you need to take courses or study the package yourself. There is information, it is not closed, and if you find such a course from a specialist you trust, there is no reason to refuse it.

I also have a online course on the Corel Draw program, which helps to start from the basics and master the creation of complex multi-page documents, talks about the features of preparing a vector for printing and for the Internet space.

What qualities will come in handy if you do it professionally?

• Perseverance, attention to detail is absolutely necessary.
• A beautiful vector illustration requires the utmost concentration and the ability to achieve the result that you aim at.
• Adequacy of perception is needed: you need to assess yourself sensibly, watch the work of colleagues.
• You need to be able to analyze. Take the time and understand the features of demand for vector images, how this market works.
• If you work at home for yourself, then this is maximum concentration and the ability to organize yourself. Ability to find time and achieve maximum results in a minimum of time.

What is the expected initial earnings?

In the pictures: vector drawings by Elena Agosta

On the initial stage should be laid for about six months. At this stage, earnings will be minimal.

Now I work with several foreign stocks. It took me a couple of months to register, fill out all the necessary documents and tax forms, wait for the reply letters. During this time, I have created the required number of papers for the initial exam. All newly registered stockers pass it. Both registration and preparation for the exam take a lot of time.

I took my first $ 100 off only six months later. I had 30 works. To be honest, this is very small. Experts say that stable earnings begin when there are 100-150 combat jobs.

How much can you earn?

You can potentially earn anywhere from two hundred to a thousand dollars a month. Of course, this is all individual and depends, among other things, on your employment.

Here are eight hours a day you are employed in a hired job. If you spend the same amount of time working at home, you will be able to qualify for a salary as in the office. If you do this as a hobby, then the income will be appropriate..

I would also like to add thatStock illustrator's earnings depend, among other things, on the ability to be flexible, to change quickly in accordance with trends, and also to work for quantity without sacrificing quality.

What drawings are in demand on stocks today?

In the pictures: vector drawings by Elena Agosta

It's pretty hard to tell. The vector illustration market is very dynamic, changing very quickly.

If we talk about style, then a lot depends on the abilities and manner of the person illustrator.

If we talk about the topic, then you need to take into account the seasonality. It is clear that Christmas trees and Christmas balls are needed for the New Year, and all kinds of hearts are in demand for Valentine's Day.

There are off-season topics though. Themes of family, communication, business. Portals for mothers and children are consistently buying illustrations depicting families, mothers and children. Fashion magazines buy images of girls drinking coffee or shopping.

In general, there is where to put your imagination. It depends on your interests, abilities, how quickly you find your client.

Where can you learn vector graphics?

1. Corel Draw:

Elena Agosta's Felt Academy - a newsletter on graphic design and training in the CorelDRAW program from Elena Agosta and her learning YouTube channel

Corel Official YouTube Channel. Free lessons for different levels difficulties.

1. Adobe Illustrator:

LITUSPRO - a video blog about design with an Adobe Illustrator training course.

Demiart - an archive of unique lessons, tutorials and a forum.

Hello Yana)
Thank you so much for your advice, thoughts and wisdom!

Now I have a question. Largely thanks to your posts and books.
Not so long ago, I finally found something to do, located at the crossroads, I like it, I want to do it. And this occupation turned out to be drawing.

Here I must say that by education and profession I have nothing to do with creativity. Nevertheless, I have always been drawn to hand-made, sculpt, dye, knit. As a child, I loved drawing lessons, I liked to sketch. But in such a way that she draws straight - then no. And recently I tried it, and it was delayed.
And now the third month has gone, I try to draw every day, when I draw from a textbook, when I sketch, when I just draw all sorts of doodles - zentangles - mandalas. I understand that I want to develop in this. And somewhere in the depths of the soul a small light smolders - what if it will be possible to change the unloved work for something connected with creativity.

And now, actually, the question. It is clear that first practice, basic things, study-study-study, and now it is too early to talk about something specific. But I have very little idea of ​​what's next. Just drawing, looking at the work of others, and experimenting? If you really set a goal to change your profession, then where to start moving? Who do people who can draw become? Stockers, designers, illustrators? What are the directions? There are probably a lot of them, but maybe you can at least identify some of the main points) Thank you!

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Hello!
It's never too early to wonder what exactly you want to do. Because the answer (partly) depends on the decision that it is better for you to develop in yourself, on what is worth working on.

There are really many directions: illustration, drawing and selling originals, selling souvenirs with your pictures (and a separate question if you want to make them yourself). Stocks, writing and illustration of books, graphic novels, illustrations for magazines. And if you like to draw ornaments, or something like that, then there is still the opportunity to draw patterns for fabrics, scarves, carpets, wallpaper, etc.

I propose to start by collecting as many possible uses for painting.
Dear readers, please write, what have I not named yet?

Then - search the Internet for samples of everything mentioned, and listen to your feelings: from which there is more a feeling of "this is how I would like to."
We need to recruit more of such directions, and then narrow the circle: which pleases you more, and which is even more?

And here is very important point- honesty! We like to watch a lot of things from others, and we even feel some envy that someone has broken through with this. But with an honest look at the question, it becomes clear that he himself does not like to do this. And the thought that this is what I will do every day for many years is rather melancholy. These are the things that we like about others. This is wonderful and useful, but not suitable for trying to live on it.

It is desirable to narrow the circle to several directions. Preferably no more than a dozen. And it is desirable to be very specifically formulated. For example: "Draw pictures for T-shirts and sell T-shirts with them that will print other services" or "Draw originals and sell them, regularly exhibiting in galleries."

Along the way, looking at the samples of what other people are doing, try to deduct from their sites exactly where the items are sold. Some stand in the markets, others lick the online store. Still others go to the galleries. Everyone has their own, and many may really like some of this, or vice versa. All this must be tried on to yourself. Could you imagine going to pretty little shops and offering your wares on commission? Or write to publishers and editorial offices, and offer them your drawings? Or is it easier for you to just work on a store and hope that strangers from some platform will flock to it?

In general, when there are very few options left, you have to try. Because only in practice it becomes clear how much you really like the job. Well, in this phase it will already become clear what skills you lack, what else you need to learn, what to get from materials and tools.

I wish you successfully find your dream! :-)

Since ancient times, creativity has been in vogue and to date, interest in it has not diminished. Bright and dedicated representatives of art were generously rewarded with honor and universal love of ordinary people. Good artistic skill is what the eye rests on. Almost everyone can draw something from a well-written work.

The role of art in people's lives

The role of art in people's lives is difficult to overestimate, because it inspires, evokes previously unknown feelings, helps to rethink some categories, teaches us to understand the author and history as a whole.

Almost all children were fond of drawing since childhood. After all, it is simple and very interesting way pastime. Small children go through the most important stage for them to get acquainted with the environment, life, nature, matter. Then they themselves find it true for themselves the fact that visualizing what they see is extremely interesting and unusual, and also brilliantly simple. But not for everyone it becomes the main hobby, and even more so not for everyone this hobby turns into the main source of income. So how to make money for a novice artist? This article and the tips below will tell you about this.

How can an artist make money?

What are the ways for artists to make money? There are actually a lot of them. All options for earning money, first of all, need to be divided into three main categories, and then each one should be considered in all sorts of variations and manifestations.

How to start making money for an artist? Work for a creative person should bring peace, aesthetic pleasure and a means of subsistence and replenishment of the possible costs of materials. This list illustrates the three main ways an artist can make money:

1. Work for someone, completing orders for cash reward.
2. Work for yourself. Finding ways to realize your potential, creating your own name, image and reputation.
3. Creative implementation related to information technology.

Everyone will be able to choose an activity to their liking. Asking the question of how to make money for an artist, it is worth understanding that today there are many talented people in the world, and with the advent of the Internet, there are much more platforms for development and creative manifestations. Many employers need hands today. And if a person also has creative potential, he will be in demand more than others.

Having determined the ways of making money, you can go to the options themselves. In fact, there are plenty of them, so a truly talented person can easily find applications for his creative principle.

How can an artist make money as a hired worker? The occupation of the overwhelming majority of modern brush masters is associated with hired labor and the execution of a wide variety of orders. Below provided detailed description creative directions for people who want to realize their potential through employment.

Make-up

Can an artist make money by doing exclusively makeup? Of course, yes, and quite a lot! This profession is for those who like to create images by applying make-up, subtle connoisseurs of all colors and their shades, connoisseurs of human facial expressions. This profession can be very profitable, but it is quite responsible and requires long-term, diligent training and a lot of patience. To create beauty images at the proper level, you need to be persevering and patient, as well as have a good imagination.

Tattooing

This is a profession for those who like to decorate the human body with drawings. In order to become a good tattoo artist, you need to be fluent in the technique of painting on the body, because any mistake can be expensive. this work requires high concentration and patience.

Creation of a website with proposals to create paintings / drawings to order

First you need to create your own Internet site for convenient direct communication with customers, then place your drawings or paintings there, that is, create a portfolio of your work. You can also indicate the estimated price of each piece of art. With the help of self-advertising and Internet communication with potential customers, you can create portraits, drawings, paintings, landscapes to order, while receiving good money.

Reproductions of famous paintings to order

Due to the prevailing life circumstances, some artists have become the most important historical figures, and their paintings - legendary masterpieces, which have a huge number of fans around the world. Among them, there are those who wish to see a reproduction of a work of art that will come to life during their era. Reproducing legendary paintings can be very lucrative for a talented author.

Logos and corporate identity for companies

This profession is for those with artistic talent who are able to hide important meaning in a simple and exquisitely delineated image. It is important to have a good imagination and be a good psychologist in the field of human manipulation.

How can an artist earn money by working for himself?

Illustrating books, creating comics, drawings for children's books - lovers of the caricature genre, various cartoons, connoisseurs of animation will do this lesson. Artists with a good imagination, boundless imagination, who love children, understand their psychology and share children's impulses and dreams, can create entertaining pictures.

Street painting master

It is definitely suitable for those who like to work outdoors, draws inspiration from nature, scenery and the beauty of the environment. The visual image of a street artist is often as follows: a small man with a neatly trimmed beard, a hat that slips to one side, and an original scarf casually wrapped around his neck. When such a person sits in front of an easel, drawing someone's portrait from life, squinting his eyes, trying not to lose sight of all the important details and features, you can safely be sure that the artist is trying to create a masterpiece and please the visitor one hundred percent.

Whatever it was, but a master of painting is a creative nature who cherishes all impulses and rudiments of artistic thought, he is a creator and creator who knows how to convey concrete and abstract concepts with colors and paints. It is very important for him that no one limits him in this, otherwise the talent may dry up. How can a self-employed artist make money? Examples of this type of earnings are described below.

Art dealer

Another answer to how an artist can make money in modern conditions. This profession is directly suitable for a person who has the means to rent premises or has the opportunity to use his personal real estate. It is also a good option for where an artist can earn money without having any work experience behind him. But art dealers are predominantly fans of artistic craftsmanship with experience. They must understand this art and have a good sense of true talent.

People in this profession buy paintings from artists at one price and sell them at another to gallery visitors at auctions. That is, in fact, they perform a kind of intermediary function. Also, this lesson is well suited for those who, in addition to all of the above, want to promote themselves as an artist and connect their professional life with contemporary art. Pictures that are bought by art dealers are subject to strict moderation before they get to exhibitions or shows, because there are set fairly high standards for work.

Creation of your works for the purpose of selling on the Internet, on ad platforms, your own website

This work is for those who do not want to deviate in any way from their creative attitudes. In this case, you need to be ready to create something unique, original, new, to some extent ingenious. This option is also very suitable for aspiring art workers who want to know what they could stand in this environment and what potential buyers of drawings or paintings value.

Contemporary artists experiment with different styles, genres and trends - from classics, expressionism, impressionism to modern pop art, cartoons, cartoons.

How can an artist make a good living by combining his hobby with the IT sphere?

V modern world widespread globalization and the flourishing of the market economy, when marketing, advertising, competition flourish, when it is necessary to surprise people, gain the trust and disposition of consumers, artistic talent is very necessary, and modern technologies are able to translate into reality memorable compositions, graphics, images, pictures. How to make money for an artist who loves to draw and work at the computer? For representatives of this kind of occupation, the specializations presented below are perfect.

Website development

In creating websites, you need to be experienced user various special programs, as well as to have originality in work, to be well versed in artistic styles. Graphic design thriving today, so it's a decent way to make a living.

Working with Photoshop

Photography is also considered an art today, especially when this genre masterfully combines the right angle, a lively, relaxed moment and high-quality processing at the appropriate level. Nice photo is very expensive, and talented photographers will always and everywhere be valuable.

Online training, webinars for those wishing to learn

Do artists make money teaching those who want to paint? Naturally! Running online training sessions using the internet or working on the go is also a worthy and well-paid activity that is suitable for those who can and loves to teach others how to draw. In order to succeed in this business, you need to own a variety of drawing techniques, have a detailed and consistent approach to work. With the acquisition of experience in this area, it will be possible to prepare and publish specialized educational literature with detailed supporting illustrations, as well as the creation of video tutorials on YouTube, which can also allow you to make a good living.

Now, for the reader, the question of how to make money for an artist is not so incomprehensible and vague. There is always a place for talented people to use their capabilities.

Just a few decades ago, it was prestigious to get a higher education and work in a large state structure in a "decent" position. In the process of activity, experience was gained and self-esteem grew. Now for a diploma of higher education a lot of mind is not needed. And the skills and knowledge themselves, acquired in the process of studying at the university, are no longer so appreciated.

Time passes very quickly, new technologies change and appear, and, accordingly, it is necessary to adapt to new trends so as not to drown in the sea of ​​innovations. So, now it has become popular (due to many problems, including financial ones) "to be a free artist" - that is. freelancer. Moreover, this means not only copywriters, programmers and translators, but also builders, actors, engineers, etc. A special place is occupied by artists, illustrators and those who simply know how to draw well.

Ways to make money for artists / photographers

Among the most popular methods, the most successful ones can be distinguished:

1. Pictures through photobanks / microstocks. After registering on the portal, you need to pass a small simple exam. When the task is successfully completed, the artist gets the opportunity to upload his work to the portal. The most successful images are more often bought, and, accordingly, the income grows significantly. Copyright issues are considered at the stage of uploading a photo / painting. We have an article on how our friend
2. Vector graphics.

   This requires special program(CorelDRAW, Adobe Illustrator), computer and desire to spend a little time learning. Creation of vector files (for example, logos) has its own peculiarities, nuances, as well as basic requirements: closed contours, EPS 8 // EPS 8 format, no raster objects.

   To earn money you should:

    post your vector works on microstocks by choosing one of the proposed cooperation options (full exclusive, exclusive, non-exclusive);

    register on freelance exchanges + create your own portfolio of works;

    participate in thematic competitions.

3. Creation of logos, corporate identity, naming. You must own specials. programs. Better to register on freelance exchanges.
4. Portraits, paintings on canvas. The search for customers takes place via the Internet, and ready-made works are sent by mail or in other convenient ways.
5. Posters, covers, illustrations for books, type design.

They say that a real artist must be hungry. But, for sure, none of them will agree with this. There are many ways to do what you love and make good money at the same time. It's just that many do not know how to do it. Or they are too lazy to look for options. For them and all other artists, we offer 7 ways to make money on the Internet.

Service site

The easiest way to present yourself to a wide audience and show your talent is through a personal website, where a portfolio will be posted and the services offered are described. Of course, one cannot do without competent promotion of a web resource, but Internet marketing can bring quite significant results. We also do not forget about the groups in social networks and a personal blog!

Freelance exchanges

If, in addition to your artistic talent, you know how to express your thoughts well, then you should think about writing specialized articles. To do this, you need to register on freelance exchanges, fortunately, there are a great many of them, for example, fl.ru. There are always orders on the topics of drawing, photography, art workshops and the like. Your personal experience, knowledge and, of course, desire will help in the disclosure of any of them. So, we find an order, write the text and get paid! Such services also place ads for the search for web designers, illustrators, as well as private ads: many are looking for masters who can draw a portrait from a photograph or a reproduction of a painting.

Photobanks

These are special services where any artist can put up their works for sale in in electronic format... In this case, the same drawing can be sold several times, but the photobank itself will charge you a small commission.

Creation of information products

Websites for the sale of hand-made works

There are many online sites where you can sell hand-made works. The most popular in the open spaces of the Russian Internet is the Fair of Masters. In addition to your personal online shop, you can blog, share news, and publish your own master classes. From foreign sites, you should take a closer look at Etsy.com, which is the largest in the world. The "living" community includes over 30 MILLION (!!) of your potential buyers. In addition, the Russian interface allows you to quickly figure out what's what.

No one would argue that the creative process is mesmerizing. So why not show the world how you create masterpieces? Shoot a video for 2-3 minutes, add some special effects, music and do not forget to indicate your site or group. A large number of views and "likes" are guaranteed to you.

Specialized sites

Probably, this item should have been put first, since specialized sites for the sale of artwork are the easiest and quick way make money on your creativity. But we act according to the principle “Through hardships - to the stars” and we are not looking for easy ways, right? So, the three most popular resources where you can post your work for sale are Illustrators.ru, Hiero.ru and artmagazin.ru. Don't thank) You're welcome!

To successfully conduct business on the Internet, self-promotion is necessary. Register on forums, join communities, post your work, comment, discuss - become visible! And don't forget to paint!