Did you know that when you join Illustrators Australia, you are joining one of the only national peer support networks for Illustrators in the entire industry? That makes us pretty unique. Much like our little Platypi friend.
Illustrators Australia is run by volunteer illustrators, for illustrators. We are a large community of like-minded creatives, you can learn more about us here. We promote our members work through exhibitions and events, advocate for greater visibility with our very own Platypi industry book and support our members with advice, education and resources.
Illustrators Australia is open to all Australian and New Zealand residents. We welcome all types of illustration from traditional to digital and we'd love to have you! Check out our full range of benefits and memberships below:
Illustration courtesy of Richard Morden
Member benefits:
- Showcase your portfolio and profile on IA’s website
- Peer support via IA’s members-only Facebook page
- Keep updated on industry news via our newsletters and social media, Facebook, and Instagram
- Access to member-only resources including copyright, pricing and client relationship guidelines (contracts).
- Contribute and learn new skills by joining our committee or volunteering
- Discounts on goods and services from industry partners
- Members of the Australian Society of Authors are eligible for discounted memberships
- Join in social and online events such as drawing sessions and illustrator talks
- Participate in Illustrators Australia events and opportunities
- Connect with other illustrators, industry contacts and build community
- Become part of the leading illustrator organisation in Australia
- Contribute, advocate and create through involvement in the organisation and committee.
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Membership levels
All prices include GST
Professional Annual - $220For professionals looking to showcase their work, offer knowledge and support to other members. All Professional level applicants have their portfolio assessed by peers to ensure that the highest quality of work and professional business practices are met.
Please complete the application form and upload 6-12 PDF images, < 4Mb size file, which will then be reviewed by the committee. | ||
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Establishing Annual - $150For Illustrators in the stages of developing a professional business practice looking to showcase their work, access resources and industry knowledge.
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Student and Graduate Annual - $80For current students (ID required) and those in their first year after graduation keen to learn more about illustration and industry.
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Other membership types
Affiliate$150 inc GST AnnuallyFor professionals who are already members of similar creative bodies, associations, agency or industry representatives such as the ASA, AGDA or Cartoonist Association.
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Organisational$330 inc GST AnnuallyFor organisations like agencies, associations, publishers, festival producers and educational organisations wanting to Industry partnership with IA for greater benefit.
Email us directly memberships@illustratorsaustralia.com for more info. | ||
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Member Discounts
IA members enjoy 10% discounts from the following high recommended suppliers and supporters:
10% discount |  Melbourne 10% discount Adelaid 10% discount |
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10% for orders over $100 |
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10% discount on our SERVICES ONLY not PRODUCTS. |
Specialising in book illustration conversion files |
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Because art is messy |
10% discount on fine art printing. |
10% discount with Melbourne Etching Supplies National/NZ Reach out to the office for the members discount code. |
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