06/09/2026
For the longest time, my designs sat quietly in a folder, waiting for that mythical “one day”.
I didn’t think I was good enough to pitch my work. I didn’t know how to approach companies, how to put together a professional portfolio, or even whether my work belonged in the licensing world.
Honestly, I think self-doubt held me back more than anything else.
Then I decided to invest in myself and take The Art of Collections course — and something shifted. Cat Coquillette ✻ CatCoq / kat-koke /
I learnt how to think about my work as collections, create a cohesive portfolio and, most importantly, start believing that my work was worth putting out there.
Within six months, I landed my first licensing deal and was signed by an art licensing agency.
Looking back, I’m so glad I didn’t leave those designs sitting in that folder forever.
Because there really is room for everyone. You just have to be brave enough to put your work out into the world. ✨
