Join us as we catch up with the illustrators we work with on a daily basis.
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to folks in illustration, graphic design, publishing, animation, and other creative fields about the ups and downs of their careers.
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Illustrators Will Terry, Lee White, and Jake Parker talk about illustration, how to do it, how to make a living at it, and how to make an impact in the world with your art.
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Wir sind Bibi und Mimi Hecher - Schwestern, die sich gemeinsam als Illustratoren selbstständig machen und in diesem PodCast anderen (werdenden) Illustratoren Erfahrungen und Tipps weitergeben wollen.
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Welcome to The Good Ship Illustration - the podcast for illustrators who are quietly working away in their sketchbooks thinking… “is it just me?” …it’s not just you! We’re Helen Stephens, Katie Chappell and Tania Willis - three full-time illustrators from three different corners of the industry (and three different age brackets ). We live in the same seaside town in the UK and started having cuppas and chats… and accidentally became illustration agony aunts. Now we record those chats for you ...
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Thomas, Brandon and Alexander talk to illustrators about aesthetics and visual philosophies and their visual art careers.
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Paid 2 Draw is a new podcast about the business side of illustration hosted by Viktoria Cichoń and David Leutert—two freelance illustrators based in and around Berlin. They interview inspiring creatives about how they make a living doing what they love.
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I'm going to introduce you inspiring female artists from all over the world. Each with unique accents, cultures, and struggles so we can begin to learn from each other on how to get noticed in this male-dominated industry.
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The REUNION Audio Drama with Illustrations (video podcast uninterrupted by optional songs)
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Unsettled by a friend's passing, an aging man returns to his former communist country and reunites the Beatles cover band of his youth to win back his first love he was forced to leave decades ago. ॐ This is a work of fiction. Any names or characters, businesses or places, events or incidents, are fictitious. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental ॐ All texts, voices, songs, music and singing, were developed and performed without any AI, ex ...
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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. NOTE: THIS PODCAST IS NO LONGER ONGOING. The website has not been renewed but the episodes will remain available for educationa ...
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We're the NASA of creative thought leadership in business growth. We publish written, audio, and video content designed to inspire and empower those who want to grow a business they own or are part of. And here on Soundcloud, you'll find podcasts packed with insights from thought leaders talking about creative approaches to business growth, and also original music production and compilations from members of the CAF community to soundtrack your business growth work, whether that's because you ...
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Too Many Ideas, Not Enough Time
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1:12:43Overwhelmed with ideas? Join Jake Parker, Samantha Cotterill, and Lee White to learn how to evaluate potential projects and make the best selection. Plus, get an insider preview at the projects our pros are working on in 2026. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here f…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator, caricaturist, journalist, author, educator, lecturer, and political commentator, Steve Brodner, about the alchemy of illustration; what he looks for in a portrait; who illustrators should really listen to; and more. To learn more about Steve, visit stevebrodner.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include…
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You’ll Never Feel Ready. Do It Anyway. An interview with Good Shipper Amber Au.
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23:56What a treat of an episode! Today we’re chatting with Good Shipper and picture book author–illustrator Amber Au. Amber talks about how drawing became part of her recovery from an eating disorder and how her therapist encouraged her to send her illustration work to her first ever client. Aaand how - in two whirlwind months - she was suddenly winning…
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A lovely conversation with one of our newer signings, Yo Hosoyamada. We discuss her background in architecture, working with Transport for London and why she wanted to make as many bad drawings as she could. Check out Yo's portfolio at https://www.handsomefrank.com/illustrators/yo-hosoyamadaHandsome Frank által
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Can Artists Use AI Productively?
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1:24:49Can you build an art career without social media? How helpful is AI, actually? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler discuss why human connections still outweigh algorithms and how you can use them to your advantage. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for t…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to Mariam Quraishi, Senior Designer at Macmillan Children's Publishing Group, about how she works with illustrators. She also answers questions from listeners about the efficacy of postcards, querying agents, and more. To learn more about Mariam, visit mariamquraishi.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Matthew …
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An interview with Lisa Congdon - consistency and finding your creative voice
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28:15If you're an illustrator with access to the internet and you have eyeballs, you might've seen Lisa Congdon's work. Lisa started blogging her collections and illustrations back in the good ol' days, and even remembers Instagram back when it was good. (Remember that? It was nice, wasn't it?) In this episode, Katie asks Lisa about consistency and how …
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The Best Picture Books of 2025
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1:10:54Are celebrities worthy authors for our children? Is there still a place for highly detailed illustrations? Anthony Wheeler, Lee White, and Jake Parker discuss recent trends in indie kidlit, the evolution of the illustration industry, and more in this episode. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to award-winning illustrator, artist, designer, and writer, Maira Kalman, about navigating life’s inconsistencies; how we can stay centered and grounded creatively; what the most important thing is about being an illustrator; and more. To learn more about Maira, visit mairakalman.com. Artists mentioned in this episode incl…
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How illustrator Jill Calder built a long-lasting creative career (without losing her voice)
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38:07In this episode, our Tania chats with multi award-winning illustrator Jill Calder about 30+ years of illustration, and how she’s explored pretty much the entire “illustration atlas” without losing herself along the way. Stuff we cover: Staying recognisably Jill across 30+ years of illustration Moving from editorial to corporate to heritage work Bui…
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Can Chronic Illness Kill Your Art Career?
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1:00:57Can you succeed in illustration with a chronic illness? Samantha Cotterill shares her experience as an artist with rheumatoid arthritis with Jake Parker and Lee White. Discover how to rest without guilt and pace yourself for a long, vibrant career. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrato…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to renowned children’s book illustrator, Axel Scheffler, about the deep, dark mistake he made with The Gruffalo; what he thinks about his “imperfect” art style; why he prefers to be called a family book creator; and more. To learn more about Axel, visit axelscheffler.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Posy Sim…
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How to stop your illustration style looking generic & blah
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21:44Y'know when you feel like your work is neeearly there… but it's missing a lil something-something? This podcast episode is all about that. Overcoming that. How the heck do you put more humanness into your work? 🧠 What we talk about in this one “Accomplished” isn’t the same as “alive” How generic styles can creep in without us noticing The danger of…
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Why You Should Meet Your Heroes
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1:13:04Why is in-person connection so important? Jake Parker and Lee White discuss the value of learning from and uplifting other artists in real life as Jake reflects on his takeaways from New York Comic Con. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links …
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator and fine artist, Michael Deas, about his early years as an illustrator; how he created “The Torch Lady” for Columbia Pictures; why he doesn’t look back on his long career; and more. To learn more about Michael, visit michaeldeas.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Ted Lewin, Betsy Lewin, Herbert …
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We’re good at failing (and you can be too) 🤣 the power of experiments
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21:43This week on The Good Ship Illustration Podcast, we’re chatting all things experiments - we get particularly excited about FAILED experiments. In the words of that there Bob Ross, "we don't make mistakes, we just have happy accidents". 😆 Behind the scenes, Helen gave Tania a haircut just before we recorded this episode. Can you hear Tania's new hai…
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The Top Five Questions Artists Ask Pros
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1:28:00What’s the best schedule for illustrators? How do you choose your materials? What keeps you motivated? Anthony Wheeler, Samantha Cotterill, and Lee White tackle their most commonly asked questions and pepper in time-tested advice. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click he…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to award-winning illustrator, and distinguished educator, Robert Hunt, about why illustrators should embrace “woodshedding”; how he created the DreamWorks logo; what the great Kazuhiko Sano meant to him, and to the illustration world at large; and more. To learn more about Robert, visit roberthuntstudio.com. Artists mentio…
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What publishers reeeeally want to see in your picture book pitch
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17:20First, before we jump into the show notes, here's the link to sign up to the Picture Book Pitching Masterclass we've got happening soon! 🗓️ When: 17th of November at 1 pm UK time 💰 Cost: Freeeee 🚢 RSVP here: https://www.thegoodshipillustration.com/pbpm How do illustrators actually get their picture books published? And what really goes on at Bologn…
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Destination: Inspiration
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1:02:20What do travel, recording technology, and illustration have in common? Lee White, Samantha Cotterill, and Anthony Wheeler explore how new (and sometimes uncomfortable) experiences expand your skills and feed your creative bank account. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Cli…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to writer and (sneaky) artist, Nishant Jain, about why it’s okay for artists to say, “I am a creative”; how we can break free of social media prison; why one’s creative practice is like an infinite game; and more. To learn more about Nishant, visit sneakyartist.com. Books mentioned in this episode include: The Work of Art …
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'If it looks awful, keep going. It’ll work out' - an interview with illustrator Catherine Rayner
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38:34This week we’re interviewing another creative for the podcast. Hooray! Catherine Rayner is an award-winning author and illustrator based in Edinburgh, whose books have sold over two million copies and been translated into 35 languages. She’s written and illustrated 25 picture books and collaborated with legends like Julia Donaldson, Michael Morpurg…
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How Much I Made at NYCC
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1:21:08Jake Parker is back from tabling at New York Comic Con; was it worth it? Crunch the numbers, hear the stories, and learn more about the experience alongside Samantha Cotterill and Anthony Wheeler. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and sh…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to Amanda Burdan, Senior Curator at The Brandywine Museum of Art, about N.C. Wyeth’s early life; what led to the restoration and permanent exhibition of Wyeth’s The Apotheosis of the Family; what today’s illustrators can do for tomorrow’s curators; and more. To learn more about the Brandywine, visit brandywine.org. For tou…
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'If you keep showing up, you can't NOT get better' - an interview with Sandi Hester
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36:09We've decided to play around a bit and do some INTERVIEWS. Ooooh. First up is artist and YouTuber Sandi Hester, who recently moved from the US into a 100-year-old fixer-upper house in the UK. Katie (gently) grills Sandi about what it’s been like moving country and keeping her creative practice alive through chaos, health challenges, and renovation …
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How to Make Your Portfolio So Good It Can't Be Ignored
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1:06:33Our best portfolio tips, all in one place! Tune in to hear Jake Parker, Lee White, and multiple guests share how to build a portfolio that stands out and lands the jobs you want. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator and storyteller, Fahmida Azim, about where and how illustrators can find validation; why a creative’s self-worth should not come from their work; what illustration really is; and more. To learn more about Fahmida, visit fahmida-azim.com. If you find value in this podcast, consider becoming a paid subscriber …
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A Bologna Book Fair special: 6 Good Shippers were finalists in the Illustrators Exhibition!
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41:30Hi there, Helen here. This is a special episode of the podcast because we had six of our Good Shippers - that’s people who’ve done our courses - selected as finalists in the Bologna Book Fair Illustrators Exhibition! Which is pretty amazing news. It’s really difficult to be a finalist because the competition is so high. Last year there were 4,374 p…
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Do What Scares You
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1:49:51Jake Parker, Anthony Wheeler, and Lee White update us on their latest projects, wins and losses, and the lessons they’re learning. Tune in for some illustrator’s insider baseball. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator, artist, and author, Emma Carlisle, about how an illustration practice can be a bit of a whirlwind; why some illustration advice is infantilzing; why finding joy in your art is more important than it sounds; and more. To learn more about Emma, visit emmacarlisle.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include…
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#WalkToSee is baaack! The hashtag responsible for over 120,000 drawings (join in!)
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22:23Our Helen’s #WalkToSee hashtag on Instagram is baaaack with a new monthly prompt. After seven years of #walktosee there are now over 120,000 drawings on there and counting! In this episode, we chat about Helen’s relaunch of #WalkToSee (with new monthly prompts), drawing from life vs. photos, why small sketchbooks are weirdly hard, aaand rediscoveri…
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We Talk to a Caldecott Winner
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1:31:35Preston Smith, Analise Black, Daniel Tu, Lee White, Anthony Wheeler, Austin Shurtliff, Samantha Cotterrill, David Hohn, Lily Howell, Jake Parker, Lisa Faught, Will Terry által
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator, artist, and educator, London Ladd, about why he thinks “style” is a four-letter word; what and who helped him stay on his feet; how to keep going in life and art; and more. To learn more about London, visit londonladd.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Mark English, Kazuhiko Sano, James Ransome…
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Remember drawing for...fun? 😅 what is that?
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21:05Deadlines... yeah yeah yeahhh, but what about doing illustration stuff just for YOU!? This week we chat about squishing in personal projects when client work always feels much more urgent. We are gathering ourselves after a very exciting Illustration Business Club launch. Phew! Definitely time for fun non-worky projects around here. (Rough) Timesta…
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6 Things Pros Embrace That Amateurs Fear
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1:06:36Are your amateur habits blocking your progress? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White divulge the secrets professional illustrators know that will advance your career to the next level. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show note…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator, author, and son of Patricia and Richard Scarry, Huck Scarry, about his father’s life and artistic process; how he approached Busytown—from color palettes to car accidents; what his advice would be for illustrators today; and more. To learn more about Richard Scarry, visit richardscarry.com. Artists mentione…
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"Double your fee without drawing more" say whaaat!?
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23:25First things first, DOORS CLOSE TONIGHT! We start on Monday. https://www.thegoodshipillustration.com/business Be lovely to see you in there. Psssst, this is the lowest the price will ever be, and we're not opening the doors again until September 2026. 🚢🚢🚢 Right. Podcast shownotes. Yes. Where were we? Here's a very quick lesson on copyright and lice…
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The 6 Business Skills Every Artist Needs (That Art School Never Taught)
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1:16:17Are your business chops lacking? Jake Parker, Anthony Wheeler, and Lee White teach how to market your work, communicate with clients, unravel contracts, and more to create a sustainable career. Tune in to take your business from good to great. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator sta…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to Illustrator and author, Henry Cole, about the early years of his long career; what he experienced with the banning of And Tango Makes Three; how (and how not) to learn from artistic influences; and more. To learn more about Henry, visit henrycole.net. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Steven Kellogg, John James…
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34. Studio MUTI and the Power of Versatility
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1:24:49This week we talk to two of the three founders of Studio MUTI, a Cape Town-based creative studio. Miné Day and Brad Hodgskiss share their journey from starting a small illustration studio in 2011 to now managing a vibrant team of 18 creatives with a diverse range of styles and skills — from animation and lettering to icons and digital painting. Ver…
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The bit art school forgot to teach you 😅
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10:44🌎✏️ The Illustrator’s Income Atlas - exciting free workshop announcement! 🗓️ 24th Sept | ⏰ 1pm UK | 📍 Online Let's sit down together and map out your illustration income. You'll leave with a plan (a map, woohooo) you can stick on your wall and use. Save your spot and SIGN UP HERE! https://www.thegoodshipillustration.com/atlas Ok, on with the showno…
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The Hidden Mistakes Killing Your Illustration Progress
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1:06:26Are you unknowingly exposing yourself as an amateur? Learn the most common mistakes new illustrators make and how to create more professional results with Lee White, Sam Cotterill, and Jake Parker! 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and s…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to educator, author, and graphic medicine cartoonist, Kriota Willberg, about why she felt the need to write Draw Stronger: Self-Care for Cartoonists and Other Visual Artists; how artists can take care of their bodies, and why they don’t; and more. To learn more about Kriota, visit KriotaWelt.blogspot.com. If you find value…
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Nice illustrator loneliness & working from home
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21:51🌎✏️ The Illustrator’s Income Atlas - exciting free workshop announcement! 🗓️ 24th Sept | ⏰ 1pm UK | 📍 Online Let's sit down together and map out your illustration income. You'll leave with a plan (a map, woohooo) you can stick on your wall and use. Save your spot and SIGN UP HERE! https://www.thegoodshipillustration.com/atlas Ok, on with the showno…
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Illustrators React to Google's Storybook AI
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1:07:00Join Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler for a discussion about Google’s AI storybook app, a recently rediscovered N.C. Wyeth mural, and a children’s book that can detect color blindness. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and sho…
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to Martina Flor, award-winning lettering artist, author, and educator, about why creatives need to embrace self-promotion; what it means to be a letter designer; what it takes to be an artistic entrepreneur; and more. To learn more about Martina, visit martinaflor.com. Artists mentioned in this episode include: Lisa Congdo…
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Which course should I do? 🎨📚 We get asked this aaall the time: “Do I start with the Picture Book Course, Fly Your Freak Flag, or the Business Course?” There is no wrong order. Right now the Business Course isn’t open, but… ✨ The Illustration Business Club (our shiny new name for it) opens for enrolment on the 19th of September! We almost dropped th…
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33. Angela Kirkwood Rediscovered Her Passion for Animation During Covid
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1:22:36Based in Glasgow, Angela Kirkwood is an illustrator and animator known for her whimsical, topsy-turvy worlds filled with expressive characters that inspire joy and curiosity. Having worked for clients like Adult Swim, Nike and The New York Times, her work is characterized by a unique DIY aesthetic that evokes nostalgia for childhood cartoons. Angel…
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Reinvent Your Art in Four Months
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1:14:44What would your art (and your life) look like if you reinvented yourself by the New Year? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White share habits to start today so you can hit the ground running in 2026. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links …
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Giuseppe Castellano talks to Véronique Sweet, Art Director for Crown Picture Books and Little Golden Books at Penguin Random House, about what she looks for in an illustrator’s portfolio; how Little Golden Books aren’t just for little readers; what it means for illustrators to be storytellers; and more. Véronique’s email address vsweet@penguinrando…
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