Please bring your portfolio. On your laptop, iPad or phone is sufficient.

Take off internationally as an illustrator
The US, UK and Germany are the most important markets for illustrators and yet many German creatives tend to work nationally. This workshop provides an insight and comparison: How do you acquire customers outside the EU? How difficult is the language barrier? How important is an agent? What do you need to consider in terms of tax? Where are the cultural differences? What are the usual budgets for advertising, editorial and branding? What are the advantages of the USA vs. Germany?
Structure of the workshop
The workshop is divided into two parts.
- Lecture: Insights and first steps into the international industry as well as a live demonstration of the acquisition process (optional to participate)
- Portfolio Review: On a voluntary basis, your portfolio and online presence will be discussed and optimised within the group
When?
9.7.2025
14:00 – 18:30 Uhr
Where?
Design Zentrum Hamburg
Hongkongstraße 8, 20457 Hamburg
Costs?
40 EUR + fees
Our event entrance is located on the water side of the building.
The workshop can be held in English and/or German as required.
Secure your spot now- What do I need to bring with me?
- Who leads the workshop?
Ari Liloan is an illustrator from the Philippines who lives in Hamburg and Berlin. After 5 years of self-employment, Ari's clients include Google, Microsoft XBOX, Red Bull, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Time Magazine, Wall Street Journal etc. The Society of Publication Design, American Illustration, AOI, Communication Arts and ADC Germany have honored Ari's work. Ari is represented by the London agency “Roar Artists”.
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