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4 - Nelson (madebynelson) on Figuring Out What Works

Jun 6, 2023

Illustrator Nelson from Perth talks about snakes, juggling work, reposting art, finding inspiration, creating for audience vs self, pressure to create for internet, dreams vs reality. Discussion includes fonts, Australian snacks, spiders, Canadian stereotypes, getting found by clients, sharing knowledge.

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Quick takeaways

Nelson's transition from graphic designer to illustrator during the pandemic, inspired by Cuphead's art style.

The importance of font choice, 'Tartufo' by LiftType, in establishing Nelson's artistic brand identity.

Challenges of artistic plagiarism countered by collaborations, workshop expansion, and global recognition in a small Perth art scene.

Deep dives

Nelson's Journey into Illustration and Brand Building

Nelson's venture into illustration began during the COVID pandemic when he lost his job and sought a creative outlet by starting his Instagram page. Initially intending it to be a graphic designer page, he transitioned into illustrative poster design, inspired by the Cuphead video game's art style. He aimed to fill a niche on Instagram with cute mascot characters and quotes in a vintage style.

Introduction

5min

Navigating Online Presence and Branding

7min

Reposting Artwork on Social Media

23min

Discussion on Design Fonts and Artwork Compatibility

2min

Creative Naming and Australian Chocolates

6min

Bear Encounters and Ownership of Antarctica

6min

Navigating Challenges and Opportunities in Art and Design

22min

Online Identity Confusion

4min

Grateful Reflections and Creative Plans

2min

10.

Exciting Updates on Personal Projects and Chess Merchandise Launch

2min

Nelson (@madebynelson) is an Illustrator based in Perth, Australia and this week Ram and Ben sit down with him to get into snakes, juggling freelance and full-time work, artists on twitter, reposting old work, inspiration, making art for yourself or for your audience, pressure to create for the internet, finding out what works, dreams vs reality, having your work stolen, picking fonts, Australian snacks, spiders, Canadian stereotypes, getting found by clients, sharing knowledge, and more!

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Why Do?

4 - Nelson (madebynelson) on Figuring Out What Works

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Nelson's Journey into Illustration and Brand Building

Unique Font Selection for Brand Identity

Handling Copycat Instances and Brand Growth

Artist Discusses Perceptions of the Perth Art Scene

Challenges and Considerations in Artistic Ventures

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts