FAQs

How do we help artists?

In addition to updating and maintaining this platform for you to share your work. We help artists focus more on creating art and less on order fulfillment. Let us take care of manufacturing all the products, packaging them up, shipping them all over the world for you, collecting payments, handling any returns or issues, and sending you your profits each month.

Why are some designs not approved?

All artwork must be original and free of any logos or copyrighted material. We won’t accept anything racist, pornographic, or anything that could be considered offensive. Surfexpression retains the right to print or not print each design based on extenuating circumstances. If a design is found to be stolen, offensive, or infringes upon someone else’s intellectual property.

If my design is approved is it guaranteed to sell?

While we make every effort to print all designs. To give your design the best chances of finding fame and fortune make sure to share your designs with everyone you know! No social channel should be left out and don’t forget to include images and links to your member profile so your fans can see all your design submissions.

How are artists paid for designs? 

At the end of each month all purchases are reviewed and royalties are issued electronically using a Free Paypal account. Please keep your latest paypal payment information updated in your profile.

How are royalties calculated?

Artists whose designs are purchased earn 20% of net profits from the sale of each design. Paid on a monthly basis

Do I keep the rights to my artwork?

When you submit a design you are granting surfexpression and our partners a non-exclusive right to print and sell your design on any product. You can review our current terms and conditions here.

How long does it take for designs to
be approved?

Normally most designs are approved within a couple of days.

How many colors can I use in my design?

As many CMYK colors as your heart fancies, thanks to the latest printing technologies.

Does my design need to be made on
the computer?

You can make your design any way you choose! You’ll need to make a high-resolution digital copy of any drawings, photos, or paintings to submit them.