Sign up for the newsletterGet a free trial of Skillshare PremiumAbout this EpisodeAlva Skog (Web; IG) is a Swedish illustrator based in London. Since graduating from Central Saint Martins in 2017, Alva has worked with clients like Apple, the New York Times and The Guardian. Their recognizable and bold style of towering characters with rule breaking proportions and their careful handling of difficult topics like inequality and gender has positioned Alva as a fresh and exciting voice within the illustration community. Alva has won multiple awards for their work including the ADC Young Gun Award (2019) and D&ad New Blood Award (2017).In this episode, we talk about:Alva’s path from Central Saint Martins to working full-time as a freelance illustratorWhy Alva believes that entering competitions can really help you especially in the beginningHow Alva reaches out to publications and handles self-promotionDealing with clients and having an agentHow Alva thinks about their style and what it meansTips for gaining confidence as an illustratorComprehensive Show Notes:Find all the links to books, projects and things we discussed via the link below:Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple PodcastsSign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteNewsletter AKA Art ClubTwitterInstagramFree ResourcesFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

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35: Alva Skog – Making Your Own Rules

Sign up for the newsletterGet a free trial of Skillshare PremiumAbout this EpisodeHaley Tippmann (IG; Web; Society6)  is an illustrator based in Koblenz, Germany. who loves to draw people. Haley's signature way of drawing, an observational, organic and extremely expressive style has earned her commissions from clients like the New York Times, the New Yorker, Culture Trip and Vice. While she's always been an avid drawer, Haley's specific style of illustration grew out of her love for the Ipad Pro app Procreate. Now well into her career, Haley has developed a way of working with Procreate that mimics traditional media while leveraging the tools' great capabilities.In this episode, we talk about:Haley's path to becoming an illustratorwhy Haley only draws from her own photographs or directly from observationhow digital tools like Procreate helped Haley to refine her approach to illustrationHaley's pro tips for using Procreate effectivelyhow Haley customizes Procreate's built-in brusheshow Haley picks her colors and tricks for harmonizing colorsHaley's strategies for social media, self-promotion and representationComprehensive Show Notes:Find all the links to books, projects and things we discussed via the link below:Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple PodcastsSign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteNewsletter AKA Art ClubTwitterInstagramFree ResourcesFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

34: Haley Tippmann – Embracing Digital Tools

Sign up for the newsletterGet a free trial of Skillshare PremiumAbout this EpisodeBrian Blomerth (Web; IG) is a freelance illustrator and cartoonist. From 2017 to 2018, Brian wrote a weekly cartoon titled Alphabet Junction for the magazine VICE. Since then, bands and companies have commissioned Brian to deliver his uniquely personal style of dog cartoons. Brian’s first full-length graphic novel, Brian Blomerth’s Bicycle Day, was published by Anthology and hailed by many for its original retelling of a day in the life of Swiss chemist Albert Hoffman’s experience riding a bicycle while high on LSD.In this episode, we talk about:Brian’s path to becoming a dog cartoonistwhy Brian doesn’t sketch and chooses to ink his drawings directlyBrian’s process for writing his book Bicycle Day from idea, to research, to executionwhy Brian draws people with dog faceswhy Brian believes the 50/50 rule is a great way to measure if you’re doing the right kinds of workComprehensive Show Notes:Find all the links to books, projects and things we discussed via the link below:Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple PodcastsSign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteNewsletter AKA Art ClubTwitterInstagramFree ResourcesFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

33: Brian Blomerth - Following the 50/50 Rule

Sign up for the newsletter Get a free trial of Skillshare PremiumAbout this EpisodeNicki Field is the head of illustration at the agency and production company Jelly London. Nicki has years of experience representing artists and illustrators and she shares helpful tips about portfolios, self-promotion, outreach and negotiation. In this conversation we talk about:pricing, contracts, and negotiationindustry-wide issues that trouble Nickiportfolios and websites and how to present yourself to get workreaching out directly to potential clientsNicki's advice for illustrators starting out how Nicki thinks about Instagram when you should think about getting an agent Comprehensive Show Notes:Find all the links to books, projects and things we discussed via the link below:Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple PodcastsSign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteNewsletter AKA Art ClubTwitterInstagramFree ResourcesFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

32: Nicki Field – What You Put Out There Is What You Get Back

Sign up for the newsletterGet a free trial of Skillshare PremiumAbout this EpisodeNolan Pelletier (Web; IG) is an illustrator and designer based in Toronto Canada. Nolan's deep love for collecting antiques, art and printed ephemera influences his work very deeply. Over the years he has developed a unique style and voice combining his love of inky, blotty lines and textured color. Nolan's deft deployment of the graphic and the ornamental peppered with a healthy dose of humor has attracted clients like the NYT, the New Yorker, New Republic, NY Magazine and many more. In this conversation we talk about:Nolan's love for collectingHow Nolan met and eventually befriended one of his creative heroesNolan's side project the Somnolent Garden RamblerTexture tricks and making inky lines in PhotoshopHow Nolan's work evolved over timeNolan's advice for illustrators starting outComprehensive Show Notes:Find all the links to books, projects and things we discussed via the link below:Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple PodcastsSign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteNewsletter AKA Art ClubTwitterInstagramFree ResourcesFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

31: Nolan Pelletier – Keep Shaking the Tree

About this EpisodeMelanie Lambrick (IG; Web) is an illustrator and designer based in Montreal, Canada. Melanie's work really caught my eye from the moment I first saw it on Instagram. It's delightfully textured, filled with brilliant color palettes and pleasing compositions. Melanie's work is a nod to the folk art traditions of the 1960s, works by illustrators like the great John Alcorn and Charley Harper. Melanie has worked with a nice roster of distinguished clients like The New York Times, The Washington Post, Volkswagen, Fortune Magazine and Medium. You might be surprised to learn, as I was that Melanie wasn't always an illustrator. Illustration is Melanie's second career. She left a steady full-time job behind to follow her dream of illustrating. In this conversation we talk about:Melanie's transition from full-time employment to freelance illustrationHow Melanie found her voice and style as an illustratorWhy you finding your creative process is keyHow to promote yourself and find work in the beginningThe pains of social media as a creativeHow to make time for personal projects and admin tasks as a freelancerComprehensive Show Notes:Find all the links to books, projects and things we discussed via the link below.Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple PodcastsSign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteNewsletter AKA Art ClubTwitterInstagramFree ResourcesFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

30: Melanie Lambrick – Follow Your Gut and Trust Yourself

About this EpisodeArmando Veve (Web; IG) is an illustrator and artist known for his masterful use of graphite and surreal compositions. Armando's work is remarkable in his extreme attention to detail and the care he puts into his medium. Armando's illustrations are truly magical with a very tactile feel. His concepts are equally impressive. Armando has a propensity for the surreal and humor plays a huge role in his work. 2018 was a huge year for Armando, as he received the ADC young gun award from the One Club for Creativity and was named in Forbes' 30 under 30 list. Since then, Armando's work has expanded into even more realms including commercial work with companies like Absolut and Urban Outfitters. As you'll learn in this conversation, Armando got his start in editorial illustration after graduating from RISD. We talk about his post graduation plans, and how he gradually discovered how he wanted to work and what type of work he wanted to make. From there, Armando accumulated commissions from clients like the NYT, MIT Tech Review, the New Yorker, Wired, Mother Jones, and many many more. Armando has received many awards over the years including quite a few distinctions from the Society of illustrators and others. In this conversation we talk about:Armando's start in illustration how Armando finds ideas and interesting concepts for his editorial workwhy Armando continues to use traditional graphite instead of digital brushes for his workArmando's entire process for working on an editorial commissionhow to balance detail with simplicitythe role of editorial illustration taming self-doubt and taking care of yourself as an illustratorComprehensive Show Notes:Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple PodcastsSign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteTwitterInstagramNewsletter AKA Art ClubFree ResourcesFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

29: Armando Veve – Everyday Is a New Opportunity to Get Better at the Craft

About this EpisodeEleanor Taylor (Web; IG) is an illustrator and artist working out of Hastings in the U.K. Eleanor has a BA in illustration from Norwich College of Arts and an MA in communication Art and Design from the Royal College of Art. Her work is highly praised and regarded among book publishers and editorial circles and she has worked with tons of prestigious publications including Penguin, the NYT, the New Yorker, the Guardian, WSJ, NBC and many many more. Eleanor's approach to image making is influenced by her love of paper and printmaking, she works either by hand using a mixture of watercolor, gouache and colored pencils or more recently digitally using a combination of Procreate and final touch ups in Photoshop. This results in beautiful mixed media illustrations replete with thoughtful details and ingenious color combinations.In this conversation we talk about:how Eleanor developed her portfolio, style and voiceEleanor's approach to image makinghow Eleanor picks the projects she commits to and how she balances different projects during the yearEleanor's digital workflow including her favorite Procreate brusheshow Eleanor's experience with watercolors informed her digital workself promotion, what worked for Eleanor and what didn't workthe balance between control and freedom or spontaneity in the creative processthe importance of keeping engaged and open as an artistComprehensive Show Notes:Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple PodcastsSign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteTwitterInstagramNewsletter AKA Art ClubFree ResourcesFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

28: Eleanor Taylor – Keep Your Mind Open and Push Your Work Forward

About this EpisodeGeorge Wylesol (Web; IG) is an illustrator, designer and artist working out of Baltimore. After graduating from the Maryland Institute College of Art with an MFA in Illustration Practice in 2014, George assembled a portfolio filled with personal work that got him his first few editorial and commercial commissions. Since then, George has worked with publications and brands from all over the world, including the New Yorker, the New York Times, NBC, Penguin and the Guardian. George's work combines clean lines with richly textured colors to depict scenes and objects in unusual ways. George is also the author of Ghosts, Etc. a collection of short stories and Internet Crusader, a graphic novel about the internet of the late 1990s and early 2000s. George has received many awards recognizing his books and editorial work including two silver medals from the Society of Illustrators. Today, George splits his time between making personal work, taking on commissions and teaching illustration at MICA and Towson University in Baltimore.In this conversation we talk about:how George works and his secret for amazing texturesthe importance of personal projects for building your reputation and careerwhy George thinks you should do what you like first and then worry about how to frame it laterwhat advice George gives students who take his illustration classes at MICA and Towson UniversityGeorge's perspective on self-promotion and getting your name out there as a young illustratorthe origin story behind George's short story GhostsComprehensive Show Notes:Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple PodcastsSign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteTwitterInstagramNewsletter AKA Art ClubFree ResourcesFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

27: George Wylesol – Do Work that Makes You Happy

26Episode SummaryIn this episode, I chat with illustrator, creative director and designer Daniel Ramirez Perez about his path from being an art director working at big ad agencies to becoming a full time freelance illustrator.Show Notes:In this episode, I chat with illustrator, creative director and designer Daniel Ramirez Perez about his path from being an art director working at big ad agencies to becoming a full time freelance illustrator.About this EpisodeDaniel Ramirez Perez (IG; Web) is an illustrator, creative director and designer based in Berlin. Over his very successful career, Daniel has worked on many different types of projects ranging from branding to creative direction to illustrating gig posters. Daniel has a versatile yet unique style of illustration merging vector shapes with a refined sense of color and a careful approach to composition. He has worked for clients like Conde Nast, Lufthansa, Thom Yorke, Tyler the Creator and L’Officiel Magazine.In this illuminating conversation we talk about Daniel’s path from studying fashion design in university to getting his first job with Vivienne Westwood in London and snatching a coveted art director position at the prestigious ad agency M&C Saatchi. We chat about how Daniel managed being an art director during the day and an illustrator at night, how he sent he got his first few illustration gigs and how he made his transition to being full time freelance in 2014. You know, I really appreciated talking with Daniel because he has an overwhelmingly positive and optimistic attitude and I think it’s refreshing to remind yourself to keep working and to know that you will get there some day. And Daniel’s journey is a really interesting tale of working hard and being patient yet fiercely determined to do what you love. So without further ado, here is my conversation with the talented Daniel Ramirez Perez.In this conversation we talk about:Daniel's choice to pursue fashion design at university and getting his first job at Vivienne Westwoodhow Daniel worked his way from intern to art director at the ad agency M&C Saatchiwhy Daniel decided to start illustrating by night (while working a full time job)Daniel's creative processwhy Daniel cherishes "taking his time" with his workwhy Daniel thinks you shouldn't listen to all the naysayers who tell you it's hard to make it as an illustratorwhat Daniel learned from all these years working in the advertising worldGet Daniel's 2020 calendar! Comprehensive Show NotesEpisode Show Notes Turn Up CampaignYou can find the full illustration brief here. Please remember to submit your illustrations ASAP (by the end of November), include the hashtag #turnup and email your image to turnup@playverto.com Support the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple Podcasts (formely iTunes)Sign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible. Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteTwitterInstagramNewsletter AKA Art ClubResource Library Follow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare     

26: Daniel Ramirez Perez – The Hardest Thing Is to Start

About this EpisodeRobin Davey (IG; Web) is an animator and illustrator represented by Agent Pekka. Robin is well known for his cute bouncy characters, simple bold shapes and cheerful color palettes. His animations are full of joy and so expressive. Robin is a master at animating facial expressions and body movements in a way that doesn’t feel too stiff or childish but still manages to make you smile. Robin has a lot of experience animating and working with brands and publications such as Google, Microsoft, The BBC, The Atlantic, Wired, Nickelodeon and Logitech.In this conversation we talk about:how Robin started animatingRobin's experience working in big teams at studios like Nexus, Aardman and Studio AKARobin's struggle with self doubt and the ups and down of freelancingRobin's creative processhow and why Robin continues to learn new skillsRobin's advice for illustrators and animators starting out todayComprehensive Show Notes:Episode Show NotesChicago Art Book Fair Support the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple PodcastsSign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteTwitterInstagramNewsletter AKA Art ClubResource LibraryFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

25: Robin Davey – Success and Breaking Through Self-Doubt

Episode SummaryIn this episode, I chat with the animator, director and illustrator Laurie Rowan about his wonderfully addictive animations and how he got to where he is now.Show Notes:About this EpisodeLaurie Rowan (IG; Web) is an animator, director and illustrator based in the U.K. Laurie is well-known for his uniquely tactile pastel animations of quirky wobbly characters. Laurie started working in the animation industry 13 years ago, working his way up in small and bigger studios creating animations for phone games, tv, and websites. In 2017, Laurie attended the character design conference Pictoplasma and realized he desperately wanted to created original work and work for himself. So for the next few months, Laurie set himself a challenge: to create one short animation a week that he would post on his instagram every Saturday. It was a simple and open ended brief but Laurie quickly hit his stride. Today Laurie has established himself as an innovative animator and has worked with brands like Google, Disney, and the BBC.In this conversation we talk about:why Laurie likes to draw everydayhow Laurie discovered his unique style and voicehow bird mating rituals and tupperwares inspired some of Laurie's animationsLaurie's routine and his tips for separating work from lifehow Laurie gets inspired Comprehensive Show NotesEpisode Show Notes Support the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple Podcasts (formely iTunes)Sign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible. Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteTwitterInstagramNewsletter AKA Art ClubResource Library Follow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

24: Laurie Rowan - Take Charge of Your Creative Career

About this EpisodeMatthew LeBaron (Web; IG) is an agent and the founder of Much Creative, an agency that represents talented artists and creatives. After studying illustration at SVA and FTI, Matthew discovered a love for representing artists and changed his career path. He has over a decade of experience working with and representing artists and illustrators and has a real passion for helping illustrators. More recently Matthew launched Collab+, an innovative portal that allows creatives to look for one-off project management, negotiation and contract overview help and that also helps buyers find qualified creatives to fit their budget and needs.In this conversation we talk about:how and when to negotiate with clientstips for pricing your work and quotinghow Instagram impacts illustrators todayhow to communicate with clients professionallyhow to get work as an illustratorwhether you need one style as an illustratorhow to reach out to clients and promote your workwhy you need to pay attention to usage rights in your contractswhen you should seek representationComprehensive Show Notes:Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple Podcasts Sign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteTwitterInstagramNewsletter AKA Art ClubResource LibraryFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

23: Matthew LeBaron - An Insider's Guide to the Business of Illustration

Show Notes:In this episode, I talk with illustrator Cathal Duane about freelance life, setting realistic expectations and the importance of understanding the business side of freelance illustration.About this EpisodeCathal Duane (IG; Web) is an Irish illustrator based in France and represented by Usfolk. Cathal’s work is bold, modern and textured consisting of highly figurative forms, smart compositions and joyful color schemes. Cathal has worked on commercial and editorial projects with clients like The Atlantic, the BBC, Creative Ireland, the Association of Illustrators and the Belfast City Council. In this conversation we talk about:how Cathal established himself as a freelance illustratorhow setting realistic and achivable goals can help you succeedhow Cathal gradually built a portfolio, a client list and a networkCathal's creative processwhy all illustrators should learn about the business side of freelancinghow having a boilerplate contract can save you hours of unpaid wokhow Cathal separates work from his life as a freelancerComprehensive Show Notes:Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple Podcasts (formely iTunes)Sign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteTwitterInstagramNewsletter AKA Art ClubResource LibraryFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

22: Cathal Duane - How to Make It as a Freelance Illustrator

In this episode, I chat with illustrator and commercial artist Thomas Danthony about his creative career path, his beautifully pared-down work and his creative process.About this EpisodeThomas Danthony (IG; Web; Shop) is a French illustrator and artist based in Barcelona and London. Thomas’ striking work uses a limited but cohesive color palette and clever composition and lighting to convey a mood or idea. Over the years, Thomas has become famous and won awards for his commercial work alternating big commercial campaigns with clients like Magnum and Hennessy with some editorial work for the New York Times and a healthy dose of personal projects. Thomas has also been developing his painting to emulate the way he works digitally which is very precise and using layers in Photoshop. Currently Thomas is represented by the prestigious London based agency Handsome Frank, which also represents a number of other talented artists like Malika Favre and Thibaud Herem. He also works with the Paris based agency Tiphaine on French projects.In this conversation we talk about:how Thomas shifted focus from industrial and furniture design to illustrationhow Thomas used personal projects to attract commercial clients and get agentswhy Thomas believes using the tools "the wrong way" helped develop his distinct stylehow Thomas deals with perfectionismhow Thomas navigates client relationshipswhy Thomas has a set routine for his workdayshow climbing lets Thomas unwind and disconnect from his workWe also talk about an important gallery show that Thomas is organizing with 50 artists to help preserve endangered lands called Touchwood. You can find out more about the event here.Comprehensive Show Notes:Episode Show NotesSupport the ShowThank you for listening to Illustration Hour. As you might know, the show currently doesn't have any sponsors.Each episode takes a tremendous amount of time, effort and some money to produce. I do all of that work myself. So, if you want to support the show, please consider doing one (or all!) of these things:Subscribe to the show's weekly newsletter Art ClubLeave the show a review and rating on Apple Podcasts (formely iTunes)Sign up for a free trial of Skillshare for 2 months of free access using this link (I earn a commission for everyone that signs up and you do not need to pay for Skillshare at the end of your trial). Skillshare is amazing and you'll be able to check out tons of great courses on illustration and design as a thank you.Share the show and the newsletter with others!Thank you for helping me continue to make the show possible.Follow the podcast:Our WebsiteTwitterInstagramNewsletter AKA Art ClubResource LibraryFollow Julia:WebsiteInstagramBehanceSkillshare

21: Thomas Danthony - Push Yourself and Deliver Your Best Work on Every Project

Illustration Hour is a long-form interview podcast about the craft and business of illustration and design hosted by illustrator Julia Dufossé. With the help of successful illustrators, designers and art directors, we unpack how you can ideate better, learn new skills, keep yourself fresh, promote yourself and your work, and maintain a profitable freelance business. You'll learn industry secrets and tips on self-promotion, contract negotiation, portfolios and income streams from today's most influential graphic artists. You will also walk away with some actionable advice that you can put into practice to thrive professionally. Get motivated and put yourself out there with a weekly dose of Illustration Hour!

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