Artist Trading Cards--called "ATCs"--are a popular way of swapping art among artists and friends.

These cards are created by artists, and can vary considerably. Some are individually handmade; others are photocopied or printed. Some feature dimensional elements, while others are flat. Swaps are organized featuring ATCs with particular themes, such as colors, holidays, authors, famous artists, or even Tarot cards.

Generally, ATCs are about 2.5" x 3.5" to 3" x 5" and printed in color on regular paper. (If they will be displayed in standard trading card holders, they should be 2.5" x 3.5" or less.)

They are swapped in person at art events and gatherings, and by mail in organized and informal swaps such as

Here are a few of my ATCs from the past five years, in various sizes. Click on any one to see it larger. Some are just images, others are pages with some backstory.

		Everlasting 5/05
Dream 5/05	Nevermore 5/05	New Orleans #1 5/05
Face Behind the Words 5/05	Ghosts of the Old Saloon 5/05	Midnight in New Orleans 5/05
By the Light 5/05	Memories of a Simpler Time 6/05