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Apply
Submit your portfolio and tell us about yourself. We're looking for artists who connect with places and stories.
For Creators
Empowering Artists
Create digital art that travelers collect around the world. Get paid fairly, gain global visibility, and become a cultural ambassador.
Artists at the Center
We place artists at the center of Emblem. By commissioning symbolic digital artworks (emblems) that represent real places and stories, we offer artists visibility, fair income opportunities, and a meaningful role in shaping how cultures are seen and understood around the world.
We see artists as cultural ambassadors, and believe that people should be able to collect meaningful souvenirs from them, not from mass-produced objects. Emblem opens a new, largely untouched market for digital souvenirs, giving artists more space to share their work and more ways to generate sustainable revenue.
Why create for Emblem?
Benefits that matter to working artists
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Fair compensation
Artists are paid for their work upfront. When you create an emblem, you receive fair compensation regardless of how many times it's collected.
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Global visibility
Your art is seen by travelers from around the world. Each collection is an opportunity for someone new to discover your work.
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Tell stories
Emblems aren't just pretty pictures – they tell the stories of places. Use your art to share cultural narratives that matter to you.
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Join a community
Connect with other artists creating meaningful work. Share techniques, inspire each other, and grow together.
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Digital-first medium
No gallery costs, no shipping, no physical constraints. Your digital art reaches collectors directly through their phones.
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Cultural ambassadors
You become part of how the world sees and remembers places. Your interpretation shapes cultural understanding.
How it works
From application to your first emblem
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Match
We match you with locations that fit your style and interests. You'll explore the place (virtually or in person) before creating.
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Create
Design your emblem using our guidelines. You have creative freedom within the format that makes emblems work across devices.
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Get paid
Receive your payment upon approval. Your emblem goes live and starts being collected by visitors.
What we're looking for
We work with artists of all backgrounds and styles. What matters most is your ability to capture the essence of a place in a single, compelling image. Whether you're a digital illustrator, traditional painter who works digitally, or somewhere in between – we want to hear from you.
No specific style required. Some emblems are minimalist, others are detailed illustrations. Some are abstract, others are realistic. The variety is what makes the collection rich.
Local knowledge valued. If you have deep connections to specific places, that's a huge advantage. Your personal stories and cultural understanding make for more meaningful emblems.
Ready to create?
Apply to become an Emblem artist. Share your portfolio and let's create something meaningful together.