Creating a graphic novel is a number one goal for many artists, but it’s also one of the hardest things you can possibly do.
So how does anyone actually manage to do it? In this week’s interview, artist Patricio Clarey reveals the graft and grit that went into creating his third graphic novel, and why he’s determined to keep going and produce even more.
Making the most of your time in art school might seem like an obvious thing to do, but you’d be surprised at how many students finish their studies without the right skills to pursue a creative career.
In this week’s podcast, we speak to visual development and concept artist, Cathleen McAllister. Despite only finishing art school this year, she’s already landed herself a job at Reel FX.
So how did she do it? Find out in this week’s podcast…
Should you learn how to hustle in your art career? In this week’s podcast interview, Jonas Koffler, co-author of New York Times bestseller, Hustle, explains what it really means to find and create opportunities as an artist.
Want to know how to create your own comic books? In this interview with Fright Comics founder, Alex Banchitta, you’ll learn exactly what it takes to get your dream project off the ground and into publication.
Thanks to his insights into the comic book industry, you’ll discover what you really need to be doing…and how to avoid the pitfalls that stop many potentially great comic book projects in their tracks.
What makes you an artist? In this podcast, Dorian Vallejo explains how he made the transition from illustration commissions to making incredible paintings full of mystery and meaning.
Want to know how to be more creative as an artist? In this podcast, you’ll discover why consistency is the key to creativity, and pick up 4 effective tips to help you get into a routine of making art which fits into your busy lifestyle.
What does it really take to create an independent animated film? In this podcast, former Lucasfilm and Disney artist, Spyros Tsiounis, reveals how today’s technology is making the animation process more affordable for artists, and how you can get your own animated project off the ground…
Assassin’s Creed artist Fred Rambaud reveals why being a successful freelance concept artist isn’t just about painting awesome pictures…
Are you ready to go freelance?
Steve Riederer had a career as a counsellor, but he found his day job left him feeling drained and unfulfilled.
However, at night when he spent time working on his art, he’d feel full of energy and much happier. So this got him thinking… what if…
What if I made the change?
Should you be exhibiting at art conventions? If you’ve got a strong body of work which has been well received so far, the next logical step might be to get a stall at your local art convention…
But what is this experience really like first time around? In this podcast, we speak to Kevin Chin, an artist who has recently shown his work at conventions across the USA. So read on if you want the inside story on what it’s really like to show your art to other people for the first time…