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Step into the evolution of your idea, soldier!
ARE YOU DOING EVERYTHING YOU CAN?Do you have an indie comic project but lack access to a professional cover?
You know your idea and story are right, but let's face it: a comic is always judged first by its cover.
Having worked in the art industry for the past 25 years, from movies and video games to comics, I've witnessed hundreds of indie projects lost in time.
Ideas that big companies would kill for, yet most disappear on the first try.
As a creator, I understand that daily responsibilities often drown our deepest dreams, but that spark keeps lit, keeps glowing inside us.
Why give up on your dream project before it's born?
Are you doing all you can to show it to the world?
THIS IS WHY
This is why I create I NEED YOUR ART because I believe indie projects can bring the originality the world needs. That's why you have to take your project seriously and believe in it. That's the whole truth behind this concept: I want you to step into the ring and throw down! Take care of the business and show the world that your project is worth it.
ARE THESE COMMISSIONS or COLLABORATIONS?
NO, these are not commissions. My rates for commissions are higher and my schedule is usually full per year. A collaboration takes time; you have to know the person and see their entire project. This is different.
This is a big push for your project so you can go out and fight hand-to-hand with bigger and established competitors.
Remember, soldier: NO RETREAT, NO SURRENDER
THIS IS HOW IT WORKS
For a limited time you will have access to:
Professional PREMIUM color for your cover/poster/marketing image for your starting project.
Only 10 spot available per month.
The color will be painted on your original digital/scan ink page and any style will be accepted.
Ready for commercial use, you own the full copyright. Just show the world what are you capable of.
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FOR INDIES OR PERSONAL PROJECTS ONLY.
COMPANIES, PUBLISHERS, OR ANY OTHER TYPE OF BIG CLIENTS ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE "I NEED YOUR ART" DISCOUNT.
(For business proposals, please contact me via email or DM)
THIS PAGE WILL BE ONLINE FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY; ONCE ALL AVAILABLE SPOTS ARE CLAIMED, THE OFFER WILL EXPIRE UNTIL THE NEXT MONTH.
CARLOS' SATISFIED CLIENTS
SUCCESSFUL COVERS
STILL DOUBTING YOUR PROJECT, SOLDIER? NO PROBLEM, CHECK OUT THESE EXAMPLES OF HOW IT'S GOING TO LOOK IN THE END
SPAWN VIOLATOR
From the magic inks of the acclaimed artist Juan Gedeon I had the pleasure of coloring this amazing cover.
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DEATH DEALER 2099
Sedat Oezgen's art featuring a character by Frank Frazetta was the sole incentive for me to be part of this remarkable cover.
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BATTLE CHASERS
What the Battle Chasers comic needed was a cover by the phenomenal Juan Gedeon, and he invited me to be a part of it, a collaboration that allowed us to blend our artistic styles smoothly.
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MARVEL CRISIS PROTOCOL
What can I say about this card/cover that doesn't speak for itself? Only that...
He is the Juggernaut! Bitch!
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SPAWN VIOLATOR
Left: Colors by me. Right: Juan Gedeon's original inks
Painted without losing Juan Gedeon's darkest tones in his inks, I added a dramatic top light to contrast the dark theme. The character's silhouette is maintained even against the obscure background.
Juan's intricate linework provided a solid foundation, allowing me to enhance the details and bring the character to life with vibrant colors. Working on this piece was a true collaboration, blending his artistic vision with my coloring techniques to create a captivating final artwork that we're both proud of.
instagram: @juan_gedeon
DEATH DEALER 2099
Left: Colors by me. Right: Sedat Oezgen's original inks
This cover was both enjoyable and challenging. The white areas are limited, and Sedat Oezgen used screentone sheet techniques for the values. Despite the extra texture that real ink and screentones add to the drawing, I retained those details in the final cover to honor the original artist's vision.
instagram: @sedatoezgen
BATTLE CHASERS
Left: Colors by me. Right: Juan Gedeon's original inks
Juan Gedeon's amazing art and the original Madureira character color palette give me the necessary tools to bring this phenomenal Battle Chaser cover to life, another dream come true. The dynamic composition and rich colors create a captivating visual narrative that will resonate with fans of the series.
instagram: @juan_gedeon
MARVEL CRISIS PROTOCOL
Left: Colors by me. Right: inks by me
Marvel Crisis Protocol is a tabletop miniatures game where players assemble and paint their team of iconic Marvel heroes and villains to battle in immersive, strategic scenarios. I had the pleasure of drawing, inking, and coloring several cards for this fun tabletop game, including the cover art for the starter edition.
instagram: @carloscabrera.art
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| What's included in the Premium package? |
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| ・1 Professional PREMIUM color for your original art |
| ・Ready for commercial use |
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| ・Limited available spots per month |
Several payment methods are accepted, including credit and debit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
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| What's included? |
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| ・1 Professional PREMIUM color for your original art |
| ・Ready for commercial use |
| ・Certified INEEDYOURART digital badge |
| ・Limited available spots per month |
| Which payment methods do you accept? |
| ・Several payment methods are accepted, including credit and debit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. |
| I don't feel confident with my art, but I believe in my project. Will this work for me? |
| ・Yes, that's the whole idea of INeedYourArt. We accept any kind of art style, and your project will be treated with the same quality and professionalism we provide to big companies. If you believe in your project, we do too. |
| Are these commissions? |
| ・No, this is not a commission service. It's a limited-time offer to help indie creators push their projects to the next level. |
| How does this work? |
| ・It's as easy as 1-2-3. First: secure your spot with the premium color (remember, only 10 spots available per month). Second: rename your file with yourname-youremail, —this is a crucial step, so don't miss it. Third: upload your file. Only one file is accepted. If you have more than one, please create a ZIP file and rename it before uploading. |
| What image format do you accept, and what resolution or DPI do you need? |
| ・Any image format is accepted, and the resolution is up to you. If you need it for printing purposes, we recommend 8.5 inches x 11 inches at 600 DPI. |
| When my final color would be delivered? |
| ・Because these are not personal commissions we will treat your art with the same respect and workflow as a big client. After you pay for the premium color your art will instantly be schedule in the production line to delivery ASAP. It depends of the complexity of the art you send but we had this in mind and that's why we only have limited spots to prioritize quality and speed. |
| I loved the final result! Since I sent a cover for my comic, can I use it to print posters and sell them? |
| ・Yes, you own the full copyright, and you can distribute, sell, share, or modify the final result. We understand that legal issues can sometimes hinder the progress of your project, so there are no legal attachments. |
| Will you showcase the final result in your portfolio or use it commercially? |
| ・No, we won't use it commercially, sell it, share it, or modify it in any way since we don't own the full copyright—you do. However, we would love to hear how your project is going! |
| I want to promote my project on social media. Will you not share our post? |
| ・Of course, we will! We are more than happy to help you and see your project grow. |
| Ok, but really, what's the trick? |
| ・No trick, no fine print. Indie projects are what the world needs now—originality and passion. We're just adding some weight to the other side of the balance. We're here to support you and your indie project. Our goal is to help you succeed by providing professional, premium coloring services that will make your project stand out. Let us be a part of your journey to bring your creative vision to life! |
| Got more questions? Drop us an email, and we'd be delighted to answer them! |
INFORMATION BULLETIN
Thanks for subscribing, soldier! Welcome to I Need Your Art!
I understand you have a dream project in your hands, but as the launch day approaches, you start encountering various obstacles on your path to glory. Perhaps you need a website, social media ads, or conversations with a publisher. Maybe you're even considering doing it all yourself and finding a reliable printing service, among other things. However, in the midst of all this, you've overlooked the most important aspect—your project and how people will react when they first see it.This is your essence, the very soul of your being, and you will present this to the 8.1 billion people living in this world. Do you see where I'm going with this? You need to showcase the best of your project. And guess what? Yes, you have competitors among those 8.1 billion people—individuals with more resources, more marketing experience, and years of familiarity with intellectual properties.
But you know what? You are an INDIE. You're starting something when the world tells you not to waste your time. You're either finishing it or on the last lap to complete your project, and now is the time to invest in your dream.
How do you show the best of your project in this immense sea of competitors?This is where I Need Your Art comes into action!I've worked on several projects, from AAA video games to Academy Award-winning movies to successful Kickstarters. I did what I love even when the world told me not to waste my time, to find a regular job, and settle into a routine.
Well, sorry, but fuck it that's not for me. I want to journey through life on my own path, just like you when you started your project. That's why I created I Need Your Art.
I've spoken with creators all over the world who share the same vision, the same spirit. I've noticed a common denominator: amazing ideas with incredible potential, but facing too many obstacles in production and marketing.In a world of social networks and viral videos, marketing has become the most volatile verb around. And that's what I've seen—INDIE projects stuck in the freezer, INDIE projects canceled because nobody sees them or, in their creators' own words, because "NOBODY LIKES IT".And this is where I had to step forward and say, "NO! It's not because NOBODY LIKES IT". There are 8.1 billion people on this planet—how can nobody like your project? People don't see it because you can't invest as much as a big company. Those big companies, with years and millions in marketing, are selling only 1% of what you do, but with better makeup.
Why can't you have access to that? Because you have to invest more than you can as an INDIE before launch.
But what would happen if you could have access to the same PREMIUM PROFESSIONAL color but at a special offer? What would happen to your competitors if you stepped into the ring with your art and top-notch color on it? That would be a different story, right?At I Need Your Art, we offer you the opportunity to receive the same quality, respect for your project, and processing times as a big company, but with a significant difference: our prices are slashed by 70-80% in comparison.
Don't take my word for it! Reach out to any professional artist and inquire about the cost of coloring your cover art or marketing materials. You'll likely find that their rates far exceed your budget. This isn't to say they don't deserve their fees; they do. However, at this stage, you may not be able to afford them.
That's where I Need Your Art come in. My goal is to offer you premium color quality at a fraction of the cost, allowing you to enhance your project with top-notch final artwork without breaking the bank.
So, you may be wondering, what's the trick?
There is no trick, no fine print. This is my contribution to the INDIE community because I BELIEVE, as an INDIE, that we have better projects at our hands. We are an ARMY of creators pushing in opposite directions, losing the essence of community. Nowadays, a community is often just a Facebook group with 90% bots and 10% organic people trying to keep their community alive. For big companies, a community is just a lot of fans of their products.
This is not what INDIES are. INDIES are creators, dreamers, people who keep pushing an idea until it becomes reality. This is what the INDIE community is, but we are separated. Why don't we come together for a short time, help each other, share, and watch how our projects grow?
That's the essence of I Need Your Art.
I understand your concern about investing in just color. It's a valid hesitation, but let me ask you this: why doubt your project?
Why fear showing the world your best work?
Perhaps it's the fear of rejection, the worry that NOBODY WILL LIKE IT (remember?). I've heard that concern countless times.
But let me assure you, only you truly understand the greatness of your project. Consider the iconic characters of our time. Take, for instance, a certain spider-themed superhero. At its core, it's just a story about a guy who can climb walls.
Yet, it's the PASSION, the EFFORT, the DEDICATION poured into those pages that made it a part of HISTORY, a LEGACY.AND SO WILL YOU.I Need Your Art believes in you, and we can do more for you.
We offer you the opportunity to improve your idea; if you have the commitment to invest in your project. Maybe you want to invest in a website, social media marketing, stickers, or anything else that fits your idea best.We're here to be an OPTION, not an OBSTACLE.We offer only 10 spots per month, no more, no less -for now. Why? Because we want to give creators the chance to receive the same quality and respect as big publishers. These are not cheap commissions; they are not low-budget art. These are professional, premium colors for any image you need to improve.
We recommend COVER ART, MARKETING ART, or POSTERS because they are the best way to showcase your idea to the public.Some people may ask:
"Why don't you do it for free if you want to help?"Because that would be CHARITY. If you're asking that question, it's because you don't take your project seriously. You don't want to invest in your idea, and it will just be a dream again next month.
If you take your business seriously, invest in your idea.I came from the mud itself, I made my own path with hard work and investing in my career.
Nobody gave me anything for free, and I would never accept it if it didn't cost me hard work. That's my vision, that's what I believe, and that's what my projects reflect.
If you're not an INDIE SOLDIER, don't worry. Maybe your path lies elsewhere, and WE SALUTE YOU for what's to come!
BUT IF YOU ARE INDEED AN INDIE SOLDIER, we encourage you to keep working hard, sacrificing sleep, investing your hard-earned money in your project, and making it shine as it deserves!
Because here at I NEED YOUR ART, WE STAND WITH THE FUTURE.
We are part of this hard-working community of INDIE CREATORS because,
WE BELIEVE...
THE FUTURE BELONGS TO INDIES.
Carlos, over and out
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