prospective artists
The information contained in this area will guide you through the process of becoming an artist showcase on The Untapped Source website and will quickly help you become accustomed to why showing work on our site can be beneficial in many ways. We are here not only to help with the sale of your work, but also to help you gain popularity and exposure.
Our goal is to provide amazing quality reproductions to our customers, and great benefits for the artists featured in our Galleries. The following information also explains how we do revenue sharing as well as how your work is priced in The Untapped Source Art Gallery. If you are admitted as one of our featured artists, you will be given a Login and Password to manage your biographical information, upload new work, as well as edit existing work details via our Artist Access Center, and much more. Please use the email address below to send us a link to your portfolio, and we will get back to you with further details.
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About Becoming an "Untapped Artist"
Why Become a Featured Artist at The Untapped Source?
We showcase the work of talented artists who are looking not only to display their art, but also make it available in reproduction form via high quality prints and in some cases, even oil reproductions.
We believe that a respected gallery, even one online, must filter who it allows to display artwork, and this, ultimately, will result in a high end gallery experience beneficial to both the artist and the customer. As our name would imply, we represent artists and artwork that hasn't been fully exposed or recognized (let's face it, exposure is never a bad thing in a high quality setting amongst other talents!). Brilliant artists are everywhere and that is why we are here. We aim to be a place where customers can come to enjoy great artwork and purchase fine art reproductions on a wide array of media types. Our prints are done using state of the art Epson and Canon printing We do all the printing, marketing and sales, and will take a commission only on work sold.
We exist for the artist, and we are here for the art seeker
We stand by the artists we represent and the reproductions we offer 100% and are fully committed to the distribution of our products. We hope you find our site compelling in both content and quality of products and look forward to providing customers with excellent products and service, as well as helping talented artists in all genres increase their exposure and receive the attention, and fair profit sharing they deserve.
The Untapped Source is always committed to improving and eventually becoming the premier viewing experience for the great artistic talents of the new contemporary. We value input from our artists and are always adding features and innovating from our within to continually advance our gallery experience.
Why Become a Featured Artist at The Untapped Source?
Please remember that we are offering to non-exclusively display and sell your artwork. This means that you are free to do whatever you wish with your artwork outside The Untapped Source. We do this because we want our site to be a "win - win" situation for artists and consumers alike!
Here are several unique factors that make The Untapped Source a great place to display and sell your work!
Gallery Size
We are a relatively small gallery, so your work will get maximum exposure, and
will be amongst only other great talents from many artistic backgrounds. As we grow,
we do so with quality of content in mind so everyone involved benefits. Customers
get a great viewing experience from top to bottom and artists have a high quality
venue shared by others with great talent.
Non-Exclusive and FREE
Because we offer to display and sell your work non-exclusively, you are free to
pursue other avenues with your artwork while it is on display in The Untapped Source
Art Gallery. That means we are at the very least a high end venue for the display and
possible sales of your work in reproduction form. And since we have NO SETUP FEES OR
MONTHLY CHARGES, you really have nothing to lose and everything to gain by joining our
talented collective.
Save You Time and Make You Money
Because we offer to display and sell your work non-exclusively, you are free to pursue
other avenues with your artwork while it is on display in The Untapped Source Art Gallery.
That means we are at the very least a high end venue for the display and possible sales of
your work in reproduction form. And since we have NO SETUP FEES OR MONTHLY CHARGES, you really
have nothing to lose and everything to gain by joining our talented collective.
State of the Art Print Technology
The Untapped Source uses only the highest quality papers and ink available to reproduce
artwork. Our printers, made by Epson and Canon, are uncompromising in their accuracy and
provide the latest technological breakthroughs in printing.
Unique Oil Reproductions
We employ the finest oil painting reproduction artist firm in the world in order to provide
excellent, high end, art to our customers. This is just one of the features that set The Untapped
Source apart from other online art galleries. Only select works are chosen for this option at this
point, but we are working diligently to refine the process to allow for larger numbers of work to
be available in this innovative and unique format.
Digital and Traditional Art
At The Untapped Source, we do not discriminate between mediums. Simply put, we love the
creative mind and the expression that ensues. Great artwork is great artwork, no matter the
style or medium!
Artist Revenue Sharing Info
At The Untapped Source, we do not discriminate between mediums. Simply put, we love the creative mind and the expression that ensues. Great artwork is great artwork, no matter the style or medium!
Here is how the revenue sharing works in a practical sense:
| Canvas Print 20"x30" | |
| Base Price (printing cost): | $35 |
| Retail Price: | $120 |
| Profit you make on the sale: |
| $120 |
| - $35 |
| $85 |
| $85 / 2 = $42.50 |
| $42.50 is the profit you make on the sale. |
NOTE: these prices may not reflect the prices of your work.
Paying the Artist
The artist is currently paid quarterly based on sales from artwork. At the end of each quarter, we take out all printing costs (base price) associated with your artwork, and then, split the rest with you 50/50. You can choose, in the Artist Access Center, whether you would like to receive payment via PayPal or by Check (checks sent to pay international artists require a $6 fee, which will be withdrawn from the payout). Payouts sent via check must of at least $20.00 USD. Below is our payout schedule:
1st Quarter ends March 31st (paid on or before April 20th)
2nd Quarter ends June 30th (paid on or before July 20th)
3rd Quarter ends September 30th (paid on or before October 20th)
4th Quarter ends December 31st (paid on or before January 20th)
Print Pricing
Below you will find the base price (printing cost) and suggested retail price for prints sold at The Untapped Source.
Definitions
Base Price:
The base price is the cost we assume to create the print. The base price is retained solely by The Untapped Source. Our base price is low in order to ensure our valued featured artists make a good profit off prints without having to price the work unnecessarily high. Compare our base prices on the Canvas and Textured media types to other sites to see another example of our intentions to be fair to the artists without compromising quality at all.
Suggested Retail Price:
The suggested retail price is the price we have set to ensure a profit on the sale of the print. IF YOU ARE CHOOSING TO PRICE YOUR PRINTS, YOU MUST PRICE IT AT OR ABOVE THE SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE.
Types of Prints:
1) Matte, Glossy, and Luster prints should all be considered as high quality poster prints.
2) Canvas prints are fine art prints done on high quality PremierArt Waterproof Canvas, the best there is!
3) Textured prints are done on Museum quality papers and set the standard for fine art printing on paper.
NOTE: All artwork can be sold in all 5 paper types and in multiple sizes depending on it's aspect ratio and max printing size (which we determine), or you can specify with us how you want your work represented.
You can price your own work, or leave it up to us!
You have two options when selecting the price of your work. You can:
1) Select "Default" from the drop down menu and your work will be priced at the Minimum/Suggested Retail Price (as shown below). This will apply across the spectrum of sizes and paper types. The "Default" price for Matte, Glossy, and Luster prints is set at MEDIUM.
2) Select "Price My Own Print" from the drop down menu.
Step 1
Pricing Matte, Glossy and Luster Prints: To price prints in the Mediums of Matte, Glossy, and Luster, select LOW, MEDIUM, OR HIGH when you submit work via the Artist Access Center. The three (3) set prices are shown in the price sheet below as well as in the Artist Access Center for ease of reference.
NOTE: This option only applies to Matte, Glossy, and Luster Prints
Step 2
Pricing Textured and Canvas Prints: Just add to the Minimum/Suggested Retail Price.
NOTE: This option only applies to the Canvas and Textured mediums.
For Example:
If you add "10", a 12x18" Canvas print will be priced at $59.95 ($49.95 + $10.00 = $59.95). The choice to add "10" to the Minimum/Suggested Retail Price will apply to all other sizes and prices for Textured and Canvas Prints.
NOTE: The base price always remains the same.
| Type of Print | Size of Print | Base Price | Miniumum/Suggested Retail Price | Aspect Ratio |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 8x10 Inch Print | $4 | $13.95 / 15.95 / 17.95 | 1.25:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 8x12 Inch Print | $4 | $13.95 / 15.95 / 17.95 | 1.5:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 9x12 Inch Print | $4 | $13.95 / 15.95 / 17.95 | 1.33:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 10x12 Inch Print | $4 | $13.95 / 15.95 / 17.95 | 1.2:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 10x15 Inch Print | $4 | $15.95 / 17.95 / 19.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 11x14 Inch Print | $4 | $15.95 / 17.95 / 19.95 | 1.27:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 12x12 Inch Print | $4 | $15.95 / 17.95 / 19.95 | 1.0:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 12x18 Inch Print | $7 | $21.95 / 26.95 / 31.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 12x20 Inch Print | $9 | $26.95 / 31.95 / 36.95 | 1.67:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 12x24 Inch Print | $10 | $26.95 / 31.95 / 36.95 | 2.0:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 16x20 Inch Print | $10 | $26.95 / 31.95 / 36.95 | 1.25:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 16x24 Inch Print | $12 | $31.95 / 36.95 / 41.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 18x24 Inch Print | $13 | $33.95 / 38.95 / 43.95 | 1.33:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 20x20 Inch Print | $12 | $31.95 / 36.95 / 41.95 | 1.00:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 20x24 Inch Print | $14 | $38.95 / 43.95 / 48.95 | 1.20:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 20x30 Inch Print | $14 | $43.95 / 48.95 / 53.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 24x30 Inch Print | $18 | $48.95 / 53.95 / 58.95 | 1.25:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 24x32 Inch Print | $18 | $48.95 / 53.95 / 58.95 | 1.33:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 24x36 Inch Print | $18 | $53.95 / 58.95 / 63.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 24x40 Inch Print | $22 | $58.95 / 63.95 / 68.95 | 1.67:1 |
| Matte/Glossy/Luster Print | 24x48 Inch Print | $24 | $63.95 / 68.95 / 73.95 | 2.0:1 |
| Textured Print | 10x15 Inch Print | $13 | $34.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Textured Print | 11x14 Inch Print | $13 | $34.95 | 1.27:1 |
| Textured Print | 12x12 Inch Print | $14 | $34.95 | 1.0:1 |
| Textured Print | 12x18 Inch Print | $14 | $44.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Textured Print | 12x20 Inch Print | $15 | $49.95 | 1.67:1 |
| Textured Print | 12x24 Inch Print | $17 | $59.95 | 2.0:1 |
| Textured Print | 16x20 Inch Print | $20 | $59.95 | 1.25:1 |
| Textured Print | 16x24 Inch Print | $20 | $64.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Textured Print | 18x24 Inch Print | $20 | $74.95 | 1.33:1 |
| Textured Print | 20x20 Inch Print | $20 | $79.95 | 1.00:1 |
| Textured Print | 20x24 Inch Print | $25 | $84.95 | 1.20:1 |
| Textured Print | 20x30 Inch Print | $25 | $84.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Textured Print | 24x30 Inch Print | $35 | $89.95 | 1.25:1 |
| Textured Print | 24x32 Inch Print | $35 | $89.95 | 1.33:1 |
| Textured Print | 24x36 Inch Print | $35 | $99.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Textured Print | 24x40 Inch Print | $40 | $109.95 | 1.67:1 |
| Textured Print | 24x48 Inch Print | $45 | $119.95 | 2.0:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 10x15 Inch Print | $17 | $39.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 11x14 Inch Print | $17 | $39.95 | 1.27:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 12x12 Inch Print | $17 | $39.95 | 1.0:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 12x18 Inch Print | $18 | $49.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 12x20 Inch Print | $25 | $64.95 | 1.67:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 12x24 Inch Print | $30 | $64.95 | 2.0:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 16x20 Inch Print | $30 | $64.95 | 1.25:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 16x24 Inch Print | $30 | $74.95 | 1.50:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 18x24 Inch Print | $30 | $79.95 | 1.33:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 20x20 Inch Print | $30 | $74.95 | 1.00:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 20x24 Inch Print | $35 | $99.95 | 1.20:1 |
| Canvas Prints | 20x30 Inch Print | $35 | $119.95 | 1.50:1 |
NOTE: Remember when viewing the price sheet that after the base price is taken out, the proceeds from an individual sale is split 50/50.
Oil Painting Reproductions
The Untapped Source sets all retail prices regarding oil reproductions. Oil reproductions are our highest priced option available for purchase by the customer (which means more profit for the artist!) and are profit shared in the same manner as prints (50/50 split of profits after the base price is taken out). Below are the base prices per size for oil reproductions:
| 18x24 | $90 |
| 20x20 | $90 |
| 20x24 | $100 |
| 20x30 | $120 |
| 24x36 | $140 |
| 30x40 | $180 |
| 36x48 | $200 |
Image submission guide
Work (digital files of artwork) submitted to The Untapped Source by artists for display in our gallery, via the Artist Access Center, must be of sufficient quality to produce high quality reproductions.
For the most part, digital file size will be judged print worthy on a case by case basis. The clarity of the image is the most important factor in creating great reproductions. File size, in Megabytes for instance, is not the most important indicator of a great print. The number of pixels in an image however, is.
For the most part, digital file size will be judged print worthy on a case by case basis. The clarity of the image is the most important factor in creating great reproductions. File size, in Megabytes for instance, is not the most important indicator of a great print. The number of pixels in an image however, is.
Prints are done at a minimum of 150 resolution and a max of 300 resolution. With the quality of printers in existence today, it is very difficult with out close scrutiny to tell the difference between prints done at 150 and 300 resolution respectively. This is of course only the case if the file is clear at the sizes requisite for print, which we have much experience in deciding for you.
When you submit work, we will let you know if we have any issues with the quality of the digital file. We strive for great quality in our reproduction work, and it all starts with having a great source from which to print!
Below you will find some general guidelines for work submitted per size of print
| Prints: Image Size is shown in pixels | ||||
| Size(in.) | Size(cm.) | Recommended Minimum | Excellent | Aspect Ratio |
| 10x15 | 25x38 | 1500x2250 | 3000x4500 | 1.50:1 |
| 11x14 | 28x36 | 1650x2100 | 3300x4200 | 1.27:1 |
| 12x18 | 30x46 | 1800x2700 | 3600x5400 | 1.50:1 |
| 16x20 | 41x51 | 2400x3000 | 4800x6000 | 1.25:1 |
| 16x24 | 41x61 | 2400x3600 | 4800x7200 | 1.50:1 |
| 18x24 | 46x61 | 2700x3600 | 5400x7200 | 1.33:1 |
| 20x20 | 51x51 | 3000x3000 | 6000x6000 | 1.00:1 |
| 20x24 | 51x61 | 3000x3600 | 6000x7200 | 1.20:1 |
| 20x30 | 51x76 | 3000x4500 | 6000x9000 | 1.50:1 |
| 24x36 | 61x91 | 3600x5400 | 7200x10800 | 1.50:1 |
| 30x40 | 76x102 | 4500x6000 | 9000x12000 | 1.33:1 |
NOTE: This chart should be used as a general guideline regarding image size, and will not always reflect either a poor of excellent quality of print. A file will be rejected for printing if it is pixelated, blurry, has too much "noise" etc...If you have any questions regarding a particular file or about file size in general, let us know.
Piece Submission FAQ
Do I have to submit an image at a ratio (size) that exactly matches a print size currently offered by The Untapped Source?
For the most part, it is helpful if we have images to print at the correct ratios, as shown in the print pricing chart above. All artwork sold through The Untapped Source will be reproduced in such a manner so as to maintain the integrity of the original work, or if an image is an extremely odd shape (for example something like 23.5x41"), a small portion could optionally be cropped out by the artist or a small border could be added to make the image fit one of our print sizes. If you are unsure of how to add a border or crop your image, let us know and we will try our best to help you.
Is any image with any resolution or aspect ratio printable?
Yes, but again, resolution usually is an initial indicator of print quality. And regarding aspect ratio, we use a roll paper sheet printing system, so nearly every imaginable aspect ratio can be reproduced in such a way that the original work is properly maintained. However, unless we have made special arrangements with the artist, we will only be printing your work at our specified, standard print sizes as shown in the above print pricing section. Again the quality of the file is the key to a great print. If the submitted digital image is clear at the sizes we wish to produce (at a minimum resolution of 150), it will be considered acceptable for The Untapped Source Gallery.
My piece is not the resolution or DPI you recommend. Can it still be displayed and reproduced for sale in The Untapped Source Gallery?
In some cases yes. When we receive your digital file that you have uploaded via our Artist Access Center, we will always examine the image to make sure it is print-worthy. The best way to tell whether a file is print worthy is to examining it closely for clarity and overall quality. For example, if an image is to be printed at 20x30", it should look clear and non-pixilated (not have jagged edges on what are supposed to be smooth, fine lines) when set at 20x30" on your computer screen. It is also important to remember that images submitted for print purposes be at least a resolution of 150. In some instances images with a resolution as a low as 100 will be acceptable for print if the image is of exceptional quality.
What file type should I use when submitting my work for printing?
Your printable file should be a .JPG, .PNG or .TIFF file. If you use the .TIFF format, it should be saved as the lossless compression type, LZW. The final file should be derived from your original, full size printable file. We do all the sizing for the web.
What is DPI?
DPI is short for "Dots Per Inch" and means the number of printed dots per square inch of a print. The more dots per inch, the smoother and generally higher quality the print will be. The dimension in pixels of your image on any given length divided by the DPI will give you the size of your print for that dimension. For example, if you had a 3000 x 2000 image, printing at 100 DPI would yield a 30" x 20" print. Printing that same image at 1000 DPI would yield a 3" x 2" print.
What is an aspect ratio?
Aspect ratio is a measurement of the proportion of your image. The largest side divided by the smallest side of your image will give you your aspect ratio. Aspect ratios are typically presented in the format #:1 -- that is, # pixels on your largest side for each 1 pixel on your shortest side. A 3000 x 2000 image would have an: (3000 / 2000) = 1.5:1 aspect ratio.
Why can't I just resize my image to a larger size?
Resizing (or "resampling") adds pixels to your image to make it larger. The problem is that the larger you resample, the less of your original image quality is present in your print. You have a specific amount of quality and detail in your original image, and "resampling" will only decrease those. Careful resampling in small steps, can be an effective way to slightly increase your printable dimensions, generally up one printable size.
What are The Untapped Source guidelines regarding copyrighted images?
It is the responsibility of each artist featured in our galleries to research the copyright validity of the work they submit for display and sale. The Untapped Source will try it's best to not display for sale work that is obviously an infringement on a copyright or trademark, and if an issue of the sort comes to our attention, work will be immediately taken off of the site until the issue is resolved. We take copyright issues very seriously.
Groups and Studios
At The Untapped Source we are always looking for new and exciting ways to bring the elite artist and art related companies together in one place, all the while maintaining a high level of quality throughout so visitors will always know what to expect when they visit us.
All design studio directors/heads are encouraged to contact us if you are interested in having a featured page for your company on our site. The page will have a click-able link/banner on it of your company/group as well as a display area for each of your artists on the page. There is no charge for this extra service and this form of free advertising can also be a great forum for the promotion of your company, as well as giving the artists in your group/studio a high quality environment in which to display and sell personal artwork and make extra income from it.
If you are a member of an art group/design studio, mention us to the artists in your team, and get the ball rolling that way! In short, this is free advertising as well as a great way for professional artists to continue with personal artwork ambitions and promotion.
We are also able to be your companies fine art print provider, as we offer the highest quality and the lowest cost to you on your own works you will find from anything third party print company.
User Agreement
You will be asked to accept the following agreement if you are admitted as a featured artist on our site. It basically explains in short much of what is contained here in the "Prospective Artists" page. Please let us know with any questions or concerns.
Rights to artwork:
You confirm by accepting this agreement that any artwork you submit to The Untapped Source is solely owned by you as well as any and all rights pertaining to the artwork. The Untapped Source is not responsible for researching the copyright validity of work submitted to us, but rather, it is the responsibility of the artist. Rights to all artwork you upload for display and sale at The Untapped Source are retained by the artist during and after your time as a featured artist on the site. You grant us a non-exclusive right to reproduce and sell reproductions of your artwork at the agreed profit sharing model set forth in the "Royalties from artwork sold" section of this agreement.
Categorizing:
You agree to allow us to categorize and re-categorize (as applicable) work submitted to our gallery in accordance with our classification procedures. We classify your work in order to make our site as easily accessible to visitors as possible.
Content:
Work submitted to The Untapped Source is screened in accordance with our internal content policy and is displayed at our discretion.
Royalties from artwork sold:
In consideration of the artist's submitted artwork, The Untapped Source agrees to pay the artist 50% of the profits made on the artist's work, sold in The Untapped Source Gallery, after the base price is recouped by The Untapped Source. Shipping charges are not included in the profit sharing model. If the artists work fails to sell in The Untapped Source's gallery, no compensation will be awarded to the artist. All payments to the artist regarding sales of his/her work will be based on quarterly sales of the artists work. Below is a payout schedule:
1st Quarter ends March 31st (paid on or before April 20th)
2nd Quarter ends June 30th (paid on or before July 20th)
3rd Quarter ends September 30th (paid on or before October 20th)
4th Quarter ends December 31st (paid on or before January 15th)
Print Royalty will be applied against the actual sale price of the print, net of discounts, promotions, taxes, duties, and amounts returned for fraud, bad debts, returned goods and chargeback's.
All monetary figures contained within our site are in U.S. Dollars (USD).
Costs and Charges:
No set up charges are associated with selling prints at The Untapped Source. The only royalties The Untapped Source will retain is from sales of the artists work as set forth in under "Royalties from artwork sold."
Termination of this agreement:
The artist or The Untapped Source may terminate this agreement at any time. The only stipulation to this for the artist is that the artists work will remain on sale until the end of the current pay period, at the end of which, The Untapped Source will compensate the artist for sales made in that period. Termination by The Untapped Source is not complete until the artist has been fully compensated for work sold in our galleries. Upon ending this agreement, all rights concerning the artist and the artists work displayed in our galleries are returned to the artist in full and solely. If you wish to terminate this agreement, you must notify us either in a) in writing b.) By email, to which termination is only complete upon response by The Untapped Source.
We look forward to hearing from you and hope you will consider joining our gallery!
Email us with a link to your portfolio: Artists@theuntappedsource.com
