We offer three tiers of trade opportunities:

Tier 1: Mini Courses + Self-Made Artist Academy access

Tier 2: Consulting Sessions

Tier 3: Logo Design and Branding

To be honest, I'm open to anything! 

To give you some ideas of what I've been dreaming about lately: stained glass, ceramics, paintings, large-scale artwork, sculpture, brand photography and videography, and anything food-related.

To give you some ideas of what I've traded for in the past: iron roses, abstract paintings, a custom cutting board, a private dinner party for four, ice cream cakes, coaching sessions, and delicious doughnuts.

While I haven't yet traded in an ephemeral medium capacity, I am always open to new ideas so please do not let your type of art or creative services prevent you from submitting.

The main difference is that you pay with art instead of money. You can expect the same quality of goods and services as we give our highest paying clients.

Fun fact: we actually offer up to 25% in trade on a regular basis to minority, LGBTQ+, and woman-owned businesses on most design projects.

Requests are accepted on a rolling basis. I am prioritizing artists who are the right fit in values-alignment and mutual benefit. 

I am committed to offering these trades throughout the year and on a continued basis. The intention of this program is to make my work more accessible to the most creative people. 

You can expect an initial response within 48-72 hours. Please note that we do not respond on weekends or holidays, as work-life balance is a priority. This doesn't mean you shouldn't submit over the weekend, after-hours, or on holidays - it just means you should expect to wait longer to hear back.

I have multiple streams of revenue for my business, which means I can be more flexible in certain areas.

I am creating this program to allow me to work with more artists and creatives who might not otherwise be in the position to invest in their businesses. I am extending this offer and opportunity because I am in a position to do so with the success of my wholesale business.

1. Submit your design/trade request

2. These are reviewed on a rolling basis and you will hear from us in 48-72 hours

3. If you are a fit, we will discuss the trade opportunity by email, phone, or Zoom

4. Once decided upon, we will send over the initial paperwork*

5. Execute the work and trade

6. You have new resources to take you further in business!

7. We support you on an on-going basis (all our customers get priority access to our schedule and offers)

*Lettering Works handles all of the paperwork and logistics and customizes our agreement to each specific trade. We use online forms to keep the process streamlined and well documented. You will get the same attention and thoughtfulness that we bring to all of our creative work.   

I am not here to “discount” my services. I am here to build up the value of what I offer AND what you, as an artist, offer.

I've also found that by offering trade opportunities, we develop more of a partnership and better expectations for our work together. 

Trades often expedite the process of getting everyone what they want and need. Cash flow is one of the most challenging aspects of business and I've found that many artists can have their cash go further if they invest in raw materials and supplies. This often leaves essential business expenses, like branding and business development, on the back burner.

Trades also help forge partnerships and mutual respect between collaborators.

Yes! There's no harm in reaching out as each request will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

I do recommend that you have a good feel for your art and style before investing in any branding work. Not to worry though, because I offer both courses and consulting sessions that could be a great fit here.

Lettering Works values creativity, passion, transparency, honesty, and hard work (without the exhausting hustle).

Causes we care about include disability, chronic illness, LGBTQ+, keeping dollars local, and community-building.

If any of this resonates with you, you should definitely submit a request to work together!