From the legacy of Lilla Rogers Studio to the soul and savvy of Tantau Studio, we help brands like yours bring bold, beautiful, and market-ready artwork to life.
Tantau Studio proudly carries the torch from Lilla Rogers Studio—one of the most respected names in commercial art licensing. With decades of industry insight, global brand relationships, and a curated roster of standout artists, we continue the legacy with a fresh vision: soulful partnerships, standout visuals, and strategic storytelling that moves people and products.
We don’t just assign artists—we match you with the right creative partner to bring your product vision to life. It’s thoughtful, intentional, and always rooted in your brand’s story.
We understand what sells. With decades of trend insight and product development experience, we help turn inspired ideas into commercially successful work.
With over 30 years in licensing and product strategy, we bring deep industry knowledge and intuitive foresight to every collaboration. Less trial and error, more clarity and confidence.
We honor the iconic legacy of Lilla Rogers Studio while infusing it with Margo Tantau’s soulful leadership and sharp market sense. The result? Art that feels good—and performs brilliantly.
You tell us your needs, product plans, and creative goals.
We curate a selection of artists who fit your vibe and market.
You collaborate with the artist (with us guiding the process).
Your product goes out into the world—backed by bold, beautiful art.
When art meets opportunity, magical things happen. Here's what makes partnering with us special:
We understand your market and connect you with top industry artists who will make your products shine.
Our artists are more than illustrators—they’re collaborators, creative thinkers, and soulful storytellers. We guide their growth so your product benefits from the best of their brilliance.
Start by sharing your project needs with us. Whether you have a specific vision or need creative direction, we'll guide you through selecting the perfect artist for your products.
Our artists create for a wide range of categories including books, home décor, textiles, gift items, stationery, tableware, brand work and more. If you can put art on it, we'd love to discuss it!
From initial concept to final artwork, timing varies by project. Generally, expect 2-4 weeks for initial concepts and 4-8 weeks for final artwork development once the project starts. We'll create a timeline together that works for your production schedule.
We work with companies of all sizes. What matters most is a shared commitment to quality and clear communication.
Absolutely! Our artists can adjust colors, scale, and elements to suit your product specifications and market requirements.
We can structure agreements to provide category or territory exclusivity. Let's discuss your specific needs.
Yes! We manage all licensing agreements, ensuring clear terms that protect both parties while keeping the process smooth and professional.
While each agreement is customized, standard terms usually include 2-3 year licenses with royalties based on wholesale prices. We're happy to discuss specific terms for your project.
We provide industry-standard digital files in your required format, whether that's AI, PSD, PNG, or others, along with any needed color separations.
