Join Illustrators Australia / Illustrators Australia

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 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!

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Member benefits

Showcase your portfolio and profile on the Illustrators Australia website
Peer support via Illustrators Australia's members-only Facebook page
Keep updated on industry news via our newsletters, Facebook, and Instagram
Access to member-only resources including copyright, pricing and 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

Membership levels

All prices include GST. Illustrators Australia offers a 10% discount for First Nations artists — please email [email protected] for the discount.

Professional Annual

$220 inc GST / year

For professionals looking to showcase their work and offer knowledge and support to other members. Portfolio is assessed by peers before acceptance.

Open to illustrators living and working in Australia
Open to Australian illustrators assessed as professional who are living overseas (less GST)
12 images in portfolio via the Illustrators Australia website
Front page showcase
Access to member resources & discounts
Access to members only FB group
Voting rights

Please upload 6–12 PDF images <4MB each — these will be reviewed by the committee.

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Establishing Annual

$150 inc GST / year

For illustrators developing a professional business practice looking to showcase their work and access resources and industry knowledge.

Open to Australian residents or Australians living overseas (less GST)
6 images in portfolio via the Illustrators Australia website
Access to member resources & discounts
Access to members only FB group
Voting rights

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Student & Graduate Annual

$80 inc GST / year

For current students (ID required) and those in their first year after graduation keen to learn more about illustration and industry.

4 images in portfolio via the Illustrators Australia website
Access to member resources & discounts
Eligible for 2 years post graduation
Access to members only FB group

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Affiliate

$150 inc GST / year

For professionals already members of similar creative bodies, associations, or industry representatives such as the ASA, AGDA or Cartoonist Association.

6 images in portfolio via the Illustrators Australia website
Access to member resources & discounts
Open to professionals who are members of bodies such as ASA, AGDA, Cartoonist Association
Access to members only FB group

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Organisational

$330 inc GST / year

For agencies, associations, publishers, festival producers and educational organisations wanting an industry partnership with Illustrators Australia.

Organisation members are eligible for an Illustrators Australia Affiliate membership
Prize supplied for educational institutions
Speaking or sponsorship opportunities for educational institutions, festivals and seminars
Cross-promotional support in newsletter & on social media
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