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Graphic Artists Guild

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New York, NY 10024

Tel: (212) 791-3400

More Than Price: Value, Scope, and Agreements for Better Creative Collaborations Details and Registration Presented by Sherra Bell,
Coach/Consultant and the Graphic Artists Guild Secretary

July 15th, 2026
2pm ET, 1pm CT, 12pm MT, 11am PT Join Sherra and learn what your creative work is actually worth! An Essential Resource for the Next Generation of Creative Professionals This newly updated 17th Edition reflects the realities of today’s creative economy, with in-depth guidance on:
 • Freelancing and income diversification

•Generative AI and NFTs

• Copyright, licensing, and negotiation

•Contracts, pricing benchmarks, and industry-specific data

• Advocacy tools to protect your rights and strengthen your career ORDER NOW! Guild member John Kovalic has been a member since 2026. He's an award-winning cartoonist, game designer and writer. His work’s appeared everywhere from the NEW YORK TIMES to ROLLING STONE and DRAGON MAGAZINE. Read More Member Spotlight: John Kovalic
Cartoonist, Illustrator, Publisher
 Support Small Bookstores & Fuel Your Creative Journey Explore the Bookshop Discover curated booklists for graphic artists, illustrators, and creatives alike. Our Guild Bookshop on Bookshop.org features essential reads on business, design, illustration, inspiration, art history, and even showcases works by our members!
Looking to share your book? Guild members, let us know if you’d like your work featured. O1B-Visa peer review letters for visual artists with extraordinary ability Click Here to Learn More The O1 nonimmigrant visa is for individuals with extraordinary ability in the arts, recognized nationally or internationally. The Graphic Artists Guild provides peer review letters for eligible applicants. Do you want to become a Guild Member? Click Here to Learn More Membership Levels:

Leader, Professional, Educator, Student, and Retired The Graphic Artists Guild helps members thrive in a changing industry by providing skills, support, and advocacy for creative professionals. Want to become a member? Choose the level that fits you: The Guild Store is open! Grab exclusive Graphic Artists Guild merch and show your support for the creative community. VISIT STORE Headshot of Ben Zhao Valentine slide graphic for Guild All-Member meeting March 3rd badge showing membership drive tagline headshot of Steve Guberman banner graphic for Deep Dives event series background image showing conference attendees with overlay of Guild logo blue Illustrated Head shot of Christopher Hart Image of the International Design Day 2023 poster background texture of stripes in membership red Image of the Pricing & Ethical Guidelines Handbook Cover - 16th Edition Michele Berdinis Lisa Mullis Photo Photo of Aarti Samani Lisa Mullis Photo Pricing & Ethical Guidelines Handbook, 17th Edition Cover headshot of webinar presenter Rebecca Blake

  • Advocacy

    Since 1967, we’ve advocated for our members and for the industry as a whole in the legislative, judicial, and regulatory arenas.

  • Community

    Join our community of creative pros in events that will inspire your creative skills, provide peer feedback, and support your business development.

  • Resources

    From webinars to advocacy alerts to whitepapers and articles, we offer robust resources for graphic artists intent on growing their businesses.

Events

June

24jun7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!

28jun1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives

July

05jul1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives

12jul1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives

15jul2:00 pm3:00 pmMore Than Price: Value, Scope, and Agreements for Better CreativeJoin Sherra and learn what your creative work is actually worth!

19jul1:00 pmFreelance FandangoVirtual Meet-Up for All Creatives

22jul7:00 pm8:30 pmShow Off & TellShow off, Share, and Schmooze with the Graphic Artists Guild!

Recent Guild News

17th Edition of the Handbook

Pricing & Ethical Guidelines Handbook, 17th Edition Cover

The Handbook: Pricing & Ethical Guidelines – 17th Edition

Newly updated! The 17th edition is a definitive guide for creative professionals navigating pricing, contracts, rights, and a rapidly changing industry.

 

The only book you need for your creative business!

This newly updated edition reflects the realities of today’s creative economy, with in-depth guidance on:

  • Freelancing and income diversification
  • Generative AI and NFTs
  • Copyright, licensing, and negotiation
  • Contracts, pricing benchmarks, and industry-specific data
  • Advocacy tools to protect your rights and strengthen your career

Now available for you to order!

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