Hi, everybody! It's so good to be back here in SVS. For the past year, I've been sending submissions to publishers and illustration reps/agents. My portfolio is without a doubt still not there but I've been trying my luck nonetheless. I did have one success when a small publisher decided to take a chance on me. Now, we're in the process of producing 2 books.
Lately, however, an agency from the UK named Allied Artists approached me and offered representation if I added more pieces to my portfolio. Now that I made the additions, they reached out again. However, they were asking for a 33% commission! I'm no expert here, but isn't that a bit too much? Please tell me what you think. Also, please let me know what you think about Allied Artists illustration agency as a whole. Has anyone of you heard about it? Is it a legit company or am I being scammed?
Thank you so much. I appreciate all your inputs.