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PK 086: Jonah Lobe Talks About Creativity and Depression…and how to Beat it

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Creativity and depression often seem to go hand in hand for many artists. At times, it seems like the dreaded fear of failure or uncertainty about the future can just become too much for us…and often when we least expect it. In this podcast, games and concept artist, Jonah Lobe, talks openly about his own battle with anxiety attacks and how you can conquer your fears and take back control of your destiny.

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PK 085: Eliot Min on Making Manga Art and Video Games

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How does an artist get started making Manga art and video games?
In this week’s podcast, we talk to Eliot Min, who’s just launched his first video game, Cerebrawl.
During this fascinating interview, he reveals what inspires him, and why he feels it’s still so important for artists to hustle for work and seize every opportunity that comes their way.

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PK 084: Cinzia Angelini on Making the Mila Film – an Incredible New CG Animated Short

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The Mila Film isn’t just an incredibly powerful and moving CG animation short about a young girl caught up in the ravages of WWII.
It’s also a testament to the power of creative collaboration across the world, and the hard work and sheer talent of the 250 artists from 255 countries who created it.
In this week’s podcast, director Cinzia Angelini tells us why this film was so important for her to make, and why its message is just as poignant and relevant today.

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PK 082: 3 Key Steps For Your Creative Career – Interview With Mike Clarida Part 2

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Want to know how to start a creative career? Meet Mike Clarida, an artist who’s had an amazing career so far working for Disney and other big names.
But it’s not all been plain sailing. Along the way, he’s had to adapt and learn all kinds of new skills as an artist to land the jobs he was looking for.
And, in this week’s podcast interview, he tells you what today’s employers are looking for, and how you can make sure your portfolio ticks all the right boxes for landing your dream creative job.

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PK 081: How to Start a Creative Career – Interview With Mike Clarida Part 1

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Want to know how to start a creative career? Meet Mike Clarida, an artist who’s had an amazing career so far working for Disney and other big names.
But it’s not all been plain sailing. Along the way, he’s had to adapt and learn all kinds of new skills as an artist to land the jobs he was looking for.
And, in this week’s podcast interview, he tells you what today’s employers are looking for, and how you can make sure your portfolio ticks all the right boxes for landing your dream creative job.

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PK 080: Learn Cartoon Animation Software With Jeff Maksuta

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Want to learn cartoon animation software? Meet Jeff Maksuta, the new mentor of the Pencil Kings Community Animation House.
With years of teaching experience under his belt and an infectious enthusiasm for making art, he’s the go-to guy for just about anything you need to know about 2D animation software or traditional animation.
And, in this week’s podcast, he explains how you can get started as an animator and learn the in-demand skills you need to land a career in this exciting creative industry.

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PK 079: How to Develop as an Artist and Play to Your Strengths to Create Your Best Work

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In this podcast, we speak to established artist and Pencil Kings community member, Chaz Sutherland.
He talks about his career so far with companies such as Electronic Arts and Shiny Entertainment, and his plans for the future.
And he also explains how you can develop your skills as an artist and find the right creative career for you…

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PK 077: Jon deMartin on Classical Figure Drawing Techniques

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Which figure drawing techniques will help you the most?
For experienced artist and tutor, Jon deMartin, the classical figure drawing techniques of studying from life and sculptures are still the best.
And, in this week’s podcast, he explains why studying basic geometric shapes and learning through observation will always give you better results than drawing from photographs.

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