Becoming a cover artist
17Pickyme (Patricia Schmitt) was born in Mississippi, far from the New York publishing scene, but she’s now creating cover art for bestselling romance authors and their publishers. In a recent interview with the Popular Romance Project, she explained how she got to where she is as a totally self-taught artist.
Pickyme got her first romance cover job a little more than a year before our interview. When we spoke, she’d already done 134 covers! She laughingly told us she’s a workaholic, explained how she got her first cover job, and described what happened when she was asked to do a cover for Sherrilyn Kenyon, who’s her idol.
Pickyme’s observations about the romance community and its social networks are extremely interesting. What’s your all-time favorite romance cover? And why is it your favorite?
Laurie Kahn is the executive producer of the Popular Romance Project.
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The story of Pickyme’s success is a true testament to the things one can accomplish with perseverance, passion and hard work. I can’t wait to see more from this inspiring and talented artist.
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Awww, so sweet! Thanks Sara!
I met Trish at ADD last year with one of her favorite authors – about six of us had dinner together in the hotel. She was so lovely, sweet and friendly. She was kind enough to show us some of her work – I was blown away – she is such a talented artist and her covers are gorgeous! I’m so thrilled for her finding her passion and wish her much success always! I’d love for her to do one of my covers!
Thanks for writing Kayla! Are you published yet? Do you write paranormal romances? I hope one day Trisha does create one of your covers!
Wasn’t that an awesome dinner? It was so nice to meet you as well! Good luck with your writing! * crosses fingers for your cover*
Great interview!
THANKS Beverly!
Thank you so much Beverly! Love your books!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Thank you! It was wonderful!
I think Trisha is the most amazing artist I’ve ever encountered. I feel privileged to have been able to give her an opportunity to reach her goals, but I can tell you, I taught her very little, she was ready to fly and she did it with a perseverance that continues to amaze me. She can do anything she wants to, that’s for sure! Congrats Trish!
Aww Luv u Rae! Thank YOU!
Thanks for commenting, Rae! Hopefully some day I’ll meet you in person!
Laurie Kahn (the filmmaker)