What Do Art and Illustration Agents Do and Do I Need an Agent? With Kat Irannejad | The Typecast Episode 16

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Katie and Ilana talk to Kat Irannejad, the director and founder of Totally Reps, an illustration and creative production agency representing and advocating for a diverse roster of artists while cultivating long-lasting client friendships.Kat shares valuable insights about art representation and the dynamics between artists and agents. The discussion touches on curating artists, nurturing relationships, and the importance of having a unique point of view in the creative industry. She also emphasizes the value of collaboration in fostering successful partnerships between artists and agents.If you’ve been thinking of working with an art agent, Kat’s answering your questions in this episode. All that and more when you listen to this episode:How artistic backgrounds can be a huge benefit to art agentsThe value of collaboration, trust, and mutual respect in the artist-agent relationship — why there should be ‘no hierarchy’Why some artists might not be a good fit for working with an agentAn art agent's role in advocating for and supporting artistsWhy strengthening your online presence and maintaining your portfolio benefits artistsBalancing artistic context and visual impact in portfoliosKat’s advice on following your passion and embracing authenticityConnect with our guest: Instagram: Kat IrannejadLinkedIn: Kat IrannejadEmail: [email protected] Totally Reps: Totally RepsInstagram: @totallyrepsLinkedin: Totally RepsMentioned in this episode: Kelli Anderson Alice Neel Barry Blitt Robert Grossman Victor Juhasz Drew Friedman Debut Art Jon Burgerman Aurélia Durand Adobe MAX David Owens - Contract Illustrator and Art DirectorConnect with Katie & Ilana from GoodtypeGoodtype WebsiteGoodtype on InstagramGoodtype on YoutubeWe wrote a book! Grab a copy and sign up to access the audiobook when we release it!Love The Typecast and free stuff? Leave a review, and send a screenshot of it to us on Slack. Each month we pick a random reviewer to win a Goodtype Goodie! Goodies include merch, courses and Kernference tickets!Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsSubscribe to the showTag us on Instagram @GoodtypeFollow us on Tiktok @lovegoodtypeLearn from Katie and IlanaGrab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!