
LICENSING
Available Licensing Categories
1. Editorial & Publishing License
• Book covers
• Magazine features
• Academic publications
• Exhibition catalogues
Licensing flat fee: A$ 500 – 800
Royalty: 5% – 8% on digital revenue
2. Commercial, Corporate, Merchandising License
• Corporate art programs
• Office and hospitality interiors
• Limited‑edition prints for clients or events
• Brand collaborations (case‑by‑case approval)
• reproduction on merchandising articles
Licensing flat fee: A$ 750 – 1,500
Royalty: 10% – 15% on sales or reproductions
3. Digital & Media License
• Website features
• Documentary or film use
• Educational platforms
• Digital exhibitions
Licensing flat fee: A$ 500 – 800
Royalty: 5% – 8% on digital revenue
4. Interior, Architectural & Public Licensing
• Murals
• Large‑scale reproductions
• Site‑specific installations (commissioned or licensed)
Licensing flat fee: A$ 10,000 – 25,000
Royalty: 12% – 18% on project value
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5. Advertising & Campaign License
• Advertising campaigns
• Promotional materials
Licensing flat fee: A$ 2,000 – 7,500
Royalty: 8% – 12% on campaign budget or media spend
6. Fine-Art Print Reproduction License
• Limited edition prints
• Gallery reproductions
Licensing flat fee: A$ 1,000 – 5,000
Royalty: 10% – 15% on print sales
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7. Non-Exclusive Buyout
• Multiple clients may license the artwork
• Limited rights
Licensing flat fee: A$ 5,000 – 15,000
Royalty: 5% – 10% on sales or reproductions
8. Exclusive Buyout
• Full transfer of copyright and all rights
• One-time payment
Licensing flat fee: A$ 20,000 – 50,000 depending on artwork and scope
Royalty: None (full buyout)
Usage Rights
Licensing agreements are tailored to:
• Duration. Standard 2-year license, renewable.
• Territory. Regional (South Africa) or Global
• Exclusivity (exclusive priced at 1.5× standard rates)
• Reproduction format
• Print run or distribution scale
All agreements include clear terms to protect the integrity of the artwork and ensure archival‑quality reproduction.
Commissioned Work
Custom artworks, monotypes, and site‑specific installations may be commissioned for:
• Architectural projects
• Environmental or land‑art contexts
• Corporate spaces
• Private collections
How to Request a License
To request permission to use an artwork:
1. Provide the artwork title or image reference
2. Describe the intended use
3. Specify duration, territory, and distribution
4. Include any deadlines
Email: licensing@esthersimonisart.com
(Or use the site’s contact form)
Reproduction Standards
All licensed reproductions must:
• Use archival‑grade materials
• Maintain original colour integrity
• Credit the artist clearly
• Follow the approved reproduction guidelines provided upon licensing
Prohibited Uses
• AI training datasets
• NFT minting
• Political advertising
• Uses that distort, alter, or misrepresent the artwork
Why License Directly from the Artist
• Ensures authenticity
• Supports the artist’s legacy
• Guarantees high‑quality reproduction
• Provides access to original files and guidance
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Pricing, Shipping & Framing Note
• Pricing is a benchmark; final figures depend on negotiation and project scope
• Most artworks are shipped from South Africa. Shipping and import costs are the customer's responsibility
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