Uncover the Color is a collection of artists committed to creating high quality art in a wide variety of visual, auditory and live media. Whether in a worship gathering, in print or part of an original project, we believe that art is meant to reflect the deep creative heart of God. Our artists seek to challenge The Church into deeper expression and authentic experiences through a renewed depth in the creative process.

Our website features a combination of completed works, elements for use in your original works, services and training tools - all designed to help you do what you do more effectively.

These are the things that we desire to define our products and our processes:

• Excellence

  Our artists are called to the deepest level of creativity, and because of this, end users won't have to filter through pages of embarrassing pieces to get to something that might work for their application. Uncover the Color is committed to quality over quantity, and while this might not be the most lucrative model, it is the right model. Our artists will work longer and harder to create projects that not only inspire, but connect people to the heart of God.

• Relationship

  This is the foundation of Uncover the Color. Whether it's our graphic designers or the artists we send out onto the road, we desire to connect with and challenge those around us. When our designers live hundreds of miles from one another and those we send out onto the road are only in one place for a short time, it's difficult to foster depth. But, we are committed to being present physically, mentally and spiritually in every moment in hopes of loving well.

• Inspiration

  It's our desire that our work would inspire others to create. We don't want others to simply emulate. It's our hope that our art would communicate something of the deep spiritual connection between the artist and the Creator and that others would, in turn, desire to connect with God.

You can check out links to all of our contributing artists by clicking on the artist name on each work or by clicking "Artist Profiles" below. Additionally, here are some of our other friends.

Mama's Sauce - High quality letter press and screen print artisans.

Own The Mix - A comprehensive audio training solution.

Catalyst Conference - The nation's foremost conference for Christian Leaders.

Neue Magazine - A high quality leadership magazine with fantastic content.

Status - A church community in Orlando, FL home to several of our artists.

Purchasing Art

How is my art delivered?

Once you finish the check out process for a piece of art, you will receive an email. The email will contain download links for your art. These links will remain active for 48 hours or until the artwork is completely downloaded one time - whichever is first.

My download email never arrived!

If your download email never arrived, of course, check your junk mail folder. If it's not there, we're sorry for the error. We know that quick delivery is important. Go to the Contact Us form and send us an email... QUICK!

Using Art

How can I use this art?

Non-commercial use: Art licensed at the advertised rate is limited to use by not for profit organizations. Licensed work may be used in conjunction with activities whose purposes are for generating tax deductible donations. However, work licensed at the advertised rate may not be used for purposes of generating profit.

Live Use: Art licensed at the advertised rate can be displayed in one venue at live events with attendance of 20,000 or fewer. Events broadcasting live to other venues are covered under the "Broadcast Use" below.

Print Use: Art licensed at the advertised rate must be licensed on a per project basis and is limited to 5,000 print impressions.

Internet Use: Art licensed at the advertised rate may not be published online in any form unless significantly altered or included as part of a broadcast.

Broadcast Use: Art licensed at the advertised rate may be broadcast locally (within the originating state) or regionally (within states sharing a border with the originating state) but may NOT be broadcast nationally or internationally.

If you would like to use a piece of art for any purpose other than the purposes above, contact commercial@uncoverthecolor.com.

Is this art for non-profit use only?

Yes. Art licensed at the advertised rate is limited to use by not for profit organizations. Licensed work may be used in conjunction with activities whose purposes are for generating tax deductible donations. However, work licensed at the advertised rate may not be used for purposes of generating profit.

If you would like to license a piece of art for commercial use, contact commercial@uncoverthecolor.com.

How can I obtain a commercial license?

The rates advertised on the site are for non-profit use only. But we would be happy to negotiate a license for commercial use. Please send an email to commercial@uncoverthecolor.com.

When I purchase art, do I then own it?

No. By completing the payment process for a work of art, the purchaser is purchasing a ulimited use license for that individual piece of art. All ownership is retained by the contributing artist, and use of the art is limited to those purposes outlined in the Terms of Use.

I'm using this art at multiple live venues, do I need multiple licenses?

Art licensed at the advertised rate can be displayed in one venue at live events with attendance of 20,000 or fewer. Events broadcasting live to other venues are covered under the "Broadcast Use" in the Terms of Use. Organizations not broadcasting life but using separate instances of art on multiple machines must license art for each instance.

Contributing Art

Can I sign up to contribute?

Absolutely. You may apply to be a contributing artist by clicking the "Sign Up" link at the bottom of the home page. You will be asked to submit three samples of your artwork that will be evaluated based upon artistic integrity. If you are approved, each piece of art submitted to the site will also undergo an approval process for quality assurance. Please take a moment to read through our Prep Guide to get details on how to prep, price, and label your work.

What kind of art are you looking for?

You can view the categories and subcategories of art in the top navigation of the site. For more in-depth info, you can also read our Asset Categories guide. But overall, we're looking for quality art. There's no limitation to the concepts and content of the art (well, there are actually a few, but we'll let you know what they are if you're straying too far). In fact, we hope to stretch the boundaries of people's expectations when it comes to artistic content. So, pray for inspiration and let your creativity grow.

Do I retain ownership of my art?

Yes. Contributors retain ownership of their art. Uncover The Color Licenses your art to third parties for non-commercial use. By submitting your art, you also grant Uncover The Color permission to negotiate with third parties for commercial licensing.

Can I upload my art to other sites?

Since you retain ownership of your art, you may also upload it to other website.

How do you pay artists?

Our first priority is to help equip and sustain artists. Therefore we want to pass on as much money to you as possible. 60% of the revenue generated by the licensing of User Content to third parties will be distributed to the user who submitted the content. 40% of the revenue generated by the licensing of User Content to third parties will be retained by us to pay for the expenses related to maintaining and developing the site.

Do I need releases?

Yes. If you submit any art containing the images of individuals, you must also submit to us, a model release. The release is found here. Email it to releases@uncoverthecolor.com. Include the title of the art in the subject line of the email.

What's the purpose of this site?

We have three purposes to the art section of the site.

• To re-instill a value for art an aesthetics in the Church.
• To give artists a platform to convey the messages they are inspired to convey.
• To provide for artists through education and financial support.

I was not approved as a contributor. Can I apply again?

First, thanks for applying. We're honored that you've taken the time and made the effort to do so. Part of our philosophy is to help artists grow. So, if you weren't approved the first time, you can re-apply once every six months.