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Ep. 162: Building a Colorful Second Act with Illustrator Yuko Shimizu [Rebroadcast]
Sep 26, 2023
Yuko Shimizu, an award-winning illustrator, discusses her colorful second act and childhood fascinations. The podcast explores her artistic inclinations, challenges of moving to a new country, and finding fulfillment through art. They also touch on the importance of professional relationships and closing thoughts on art and support.
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- Yuko Shimizu's move from Japan to the United States as a preteen shaped her resilience and fueled her passion for drawing and art.
- Despite facing challenges as a child, including language barriers and cultural adjustments, Yuko Shimizu always found solace in drawing and art.
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Yuko Shimizu's Career as an Illustrator: From PR to Artistic Reinvention
Yuko Shimizu, an award-winning illustrator and artist, shares her journey from a career in corporate PR to becoming a renowned illustrator based in New York City. With an impressive client list and numerous accolades, Shimizu's 20-year career has seen her work featured in publications like The New York Times, The New Yorker, and more. Despite illustrating for major brands and publications, Shimizu reveals that illustration was her second career choice. After moving to New York at the age of 34 to pursue a master's in illustration, she found her true calling. Now, Shimizu considers art a calling and feels fortunate to be able to pursue her passion as a profession.
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