Hey all, this is probably a super-naive question but I'm willing to sacrifice a little pride in exchange for knowledge. 
I'm an author, planning to self-pub, and I'll soon be looking for a cover artist/designer. In that arrangement, which party normally presents the contract?
I realize there may be some negotiation before we arrive at the final contract. But initially, should I draw one up myself that covers the rights I want, or would the artist/designer be more likely to bring the first version to the table?
I don't want to waste time drawing up my own contract if that's redundant effort, but I also don't want to come to the table empty-handed and look like a clueless idiot.
I'm an author, planning to self-pub, and I'll soon be looking for a cover artist/designer. In that arrangement, which party normally presents the contract?
I realize there may be some negotiation before we arrive at the final contract. But initially, should I draw one up myself that covers the rights I want, or would the artist/designer be more likely to bring the first version to the table?
I don't want to waste time drawing up my own contract if that's redundant effort, but I also don't want to come to the table empty-handed and look like a clueless idiot.
