I'm a professional designer and I sometimes post work that has been printed and distributed elsewhere. When uploading files I usually select the "Illustration" Genre because it's the best choice from those available. I'd like to see a genre for ADVERTISING or PROFESSIONAL work. Just a suggestion... By the way, I've attached the image of the postcard that spurred this thought. Not the greatest work ever, but it is getting a solid return from the people it's been mailed to.

Would we run into any copyright problems if work is posted that has been printed and distributed elsewhere? Just curious...I am asking. I don't really know.

Nope. As the designer, fair use includes presenting it in your portfolio. Also, most of us can easily get permission from the owner, particularly in this context. Then, there's the reality that I am often the copyright holder for lots of the things I do (I create them for my other companies).

Hi mmitchell_houston, Intriguing suggestion. I see where you are coming from and the potential desire for such a genre. I'll have a look at this idea, and the current genres and see what we can come up with. I know there are several other professional and commercial artists that might find a use for something like this. Best regards, LillianH Renderosity Marketing & Promotions

Lillian Hawkins
Marketing Manager
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Great! I mostly post my personal work here, but I do think some of my pro work might be of interest to others, and I know that I would like to see what some of the other pros here are doing, too. One of the things that differentiates most of my pro work is the inclusion of text and logos, something that doesn't generally factor into illustrations and 3D renders. I also think it would be a nice place to get inspiration and keep up with design trends. I know that after looking at someone else's portfolio I'm always pumped up and ready to push myself to do better. Thanks for considering it.

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Subject: New Genre Request: Advertising or Professional