What does ASA membership offer illustrators?

The ASA is Australia’s peak body supporting writers and illustrators to realise big ideas – from concept to contract and beyond. We offer expert advice, provide professional development opportunities, nurture meaningful connections, and advocate on behalf of creators for fair contracts, robust copyright protections, and real remuneration.

Along with the ASA Style File, illustrators can take advantage of a suite of services suited to your needs.

Advice

ASA Members can access free individual advice from the ASA’s expert team of staff on any questions you might have as an illustrator in the book industry.

Contract Templates

To help you successfully navigate scenarios where authors are commissioning an illustrator, assigning and licensing copyright, and when being engaged by a trade publisher.

Legal Advice

Get affordable advice about contracts, copyright and more from our specialised law firm, Authors Legal.

Professional Mentorships

Work with an experienced illustrator or book industry professional to get submission-ready for your portfolio or picture book project.

Pitching Opportunities

ASA Style File members are given priority access for Virtual Literary Speed Dating: Picture Books, a unique opportunity to share your work with Australian publishers and agents.

And more!

The ASA can help illustrators at any stage of their career. Please see the full list of member benefits and become an ASA member today!