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.
All memberships are open to residents of Australia, Aotearoa/New Zealand the Australasia Region. 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
- 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
- Discounted memberships are available for First Nations artists and illustrators
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
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.
Establishing Annual
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
Student & Graduate Annual
For current students (ID required) keen to learn more about illustration and industry.
- 4 images in portfolio via the Illustrators Australia website
- Access to member resources & discounts
- Access to members only FB group
Affiliate*
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
Organisational*
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
- Link to Website
* These are associate memberships. Associate members do not have voting rights.
Gift Establishing Annual
One year Establishing membership — for illustrators developing a professional business practice.
- 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
Gift Student & Graduate
One year Student and Graduate membership — for current students.
- 4 images in portfolio via the Illustrators Australia website
- Access to member resources & discounts
- Access to members only FB group
Member discounts
Illustrators Australia members enjoy discounts from the following highly recommended suppliers and supporters:
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10% discount (National/NZ) — contact the office for the members discount code
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Get in touchMembership criteria
- Open to Australian, Aotearoa/New Zealand or Australasian Region citizens or residents, or those with an ongoing connection to Australia.
- All applications must be from genuine illustrators, designers or creatives.
- Student, Affiliate and Organisational members must prove their status.
- Professional members are peer-assessed to meet professional and ethical standards.
- You must agree to our T&Cs and Code of Conduct when applying.
Membership processing
- All memberships are reviewed and approved by the committee.
- All memberships are assessed against AI, copyright and quality standards.
- Applications are usually approved within a few days to 1–2 weeks.
- During busy periods such as holidays, please allow up to 30 days.
- We will endeavour to let you know the outcome of your application as soon as possible.