Thoughts on Illustration

Take "Drawing Ideas: Create Conceptual Illustrations for Editorial and Beyond " on Skillshare! -  https://skl.sh/40dk9rK (Use my link to get 30 days free).Today I answer the question, “How did you approach getting representation and landing your first editorial clients?” Thanks to @sipcozyart on Threads for the question! IN THIS EPISODE How do you know when you’re ready to reach out to a rep? What do you say to an agent when you’re reaching out? What is an illustration rep/agent, and what do they do? How I found my rep, what I sent, and why I think it worked How I found my first editorial projects/clients And more!SHOW LINKSIllustration Coaching - http://tomfroese.com/coachingMy Classes - http://tomfroese.com/teachingSecret Random Episode (on Patreon) - https://www.patreon.com/posts/secret-random-48-122527763HOW TO SUPPORT Share this episode with your friends on Social Media! Like, Comment, Follow, Subscribe! Become a $3 Fan or $8 Drawing Buddy on Patreon. Visit ⁠⁠⁠http://patreon.com/tomfroese⁠⁠⁠ to learn more.CREDITSMusic and Cues by Mark Allan Falk - ⁠http://www.linktr.ee/semiathletic⁠⁠FIND ME ELSEWHEREWork and Classes - http://www.tomfroese.comInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/mrtomfroeseDaily Drawings - http://www.instagram.com/drawingisimportant

Take "Drawing Ideas: Create Conceptual Illustrations for Editorial and Beyond " on Skillshare! - ⁠https://skl.sh/40dk9rK⁠ (Use my link to get 30 days free). Jess Miller is a designer, illustrator and educator based in LA. She joins me to share her story of losing everything in the Eton fire and how her community, near and far, are rallying to support her as she starts her life all over again. IN THIS EPISODE Using social media as a life-line "Dead inside" — Why going back to work is so hard Why GoFundMe is necessary after disaster strikes Having to choose what to keep when you leave all else behind Why GoFundMe is necessary after disaster strikes The kindness of strangers SHOW LINKS LA Fires Funds + Resource Log (shared by Agent Pekka) — https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XoTlgtYuPQ1tD1FSJnJzzWa7XSi3YO9orlY9cIWX3uQ/edit?gid=910889114#gid=910889114 Jess Miller's GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/1508aee5 Venmo: @jessmillerdraws PayPal: jess@jessmillerdraws.com My 2024 Annual Review on Substack — https://open.substack.com/pub/mrtomfroese/p/2024-the-year-in-review SUPPORT THE PODCAST Share this episode with your friends on Social Media! Like, Comment, Follow, Subscribe! Become a $3 Fan or $8 Drawing Buddy on Patreon. Visit ⁠⁠⁠http://patreon.com/tomfroese⁠⁠⁠ to learn more. CREDITS Music and Cues by Mark Allan Falk - ⁠⁠http://www.linktr.ee/semiathletic⁠⁠ FIND ME ELSEWHERE Work and Classes - http://www.tomfroese.com Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/mrtomfroese Daily Drawings - http://www.instagram.com/drawingisimportant

The discussion dives into the potential of making a living solely from illustration by 2025. Insights reveal that many illustrators earn more from teaching and passive income sources like Patreon. Tips for diversifying income streams are shared, emphasizing the importance of stability in creative careers. Heartfelt stories emerge from the community, particularly those affected by the LA fires. The hosts celebrate listener feedback and connection, highlighting how shared experiences strengthen the creative family.

Take "Drawing Ideas: Create Conceptual Illustrations for Editorial and Beyond " on Skillshare! - https://skl.sh/40dk9rK (Use my link to get 30 days free). In this episode I reflect on the last trip around the sun and make some bold predictions for 2025. Be warned, I went commando in this episode — no script, no idea of how the show would go — but I think I pulled off a meaningful, if not personable, episode. (I'm speaking figuratively — I was wearing underpants, and pants, the whole time). Enjoy! IN THIS EPISODE Was 2024 better than my worst year ever (2023)? Why I'm feeling optimistic about 2025 Thoughts on aging, time acceleration, and how I perceive "the present moment". Highlights and Struggles of the year Predictions for the state of illustration by year-end SHOW LINKS Take my new class! Drawing Ideas: Create Conceptual Illustrations for Editorial and Beyond - https://skl.sh/40dk9rK Substack (where I will publish my written annual review) - http://mrtomfroese.substack.com HOW TO SUPPORT Share this episode with your friends on Social Media! Like, Comment, Follow, Subscribe! Become a $3 Fan or $8 Drawing Buddy on Patreon. Visit ⁠⁠http://patreon.com/tomfroese⁠⁠ to learn more. CREDITS Music and Cues by Mark Allan Falk - ⁠http://www.linktr.ee/semiathletic⁠ FIND ME ELSEWHERE Work and Classes - http://www.tomfroese.com Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/mrtomfroese Daily Drawings - http://www.instagram.com/drawingisimportant

Kyle T. Webster, a prominent digital illustration brush creator who transitioned from Adobe to Procreate, shares insights into his journey. He discusses the challenges at Adobe and the artist-first ethos at Procreate that drew him in. Listeners learn about the key differences in brush creation between Procreate and Photoshop, the exciting features of Procreate's brush engine, and the community-driven culture that fosters creativity. Kyle also hints at the upcoming Procreate v6, sparking curiosity about future innovations.

"An artwork is never finished, only abandoned." This is apparently a quote from Leonardo Da Vinci. If one of the greatest artists of all time had trouble knowing when his work was finished, then it's no wonder the rest of us do as well. In this episode, I share some ideas on what it means to complete a work, how to know when you should call it done, and if that's not possible, how to responsibly abandon it. At the end I share some important news about the future of the podcast. IN THIS EPISODE A new definition of "perfection" Missing the mark: Is your work "sinful"? How to know when a work is done Overcoming perfectionism in client work and personal projects News about the future of this podcast SHOW LINKS Take Drawing Towards Illustration on Skillshare. Learn how to connect how you draw with how you illustrate. https://www.tomfroese.com/teaching/drawing-towards-illustration HOW TO SUPPORT Share this episode with your friends on Social Media! Like, Comment, Follow, Subscribe! Become a Drawing Buddy on Patreon. Visit http://patreon.com/tomfroese to learn more. CREDITS Music and Cues by Mark Allan Falk - http://www.linktr.ee/semiathletic FIND ME ELSEWHERE Work and Classes - http://www.tomfroese.com Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/mrtomfroese Daily Drawings - http://www.instagram.com/drawingisimportant

In the age of AI, it's time to double down on being a human. That means things like bringing more hand-influenced spontaneity into, and embracing analogue processes in, your art. In this episode I share how I'm doing this in my own practice and how it's bringing me more joy and even creating new opportunities for me. By listening to this episode, you'll learn how to embrace your own humanity to re-spark your joy and feel more connected in your everyday practice as an illustrator.

Delve into the vital role of consistency in achieving success as an illustrator. Learn how mindful practices, akin to marathon training, can elevate goal-setting and productivity. Explore the evolution of your unique artistic style through regular experimentation. Discover how consistent creative efforts can help overcome self-doubt and foster a distinct voice. With practical tips and personal insights, this discussion highlights how discipline in art can lead to both mastery and fulfillment.

Today's scheduled epsiode (Episode 41) will be postponed until next week. Stay kind!

In this episode I chat with James Hughes about his new book, The Illustrator's Guide, a comprehensive, motivational handbook for artists trying to break into the freelance illustration market. James is an agent at Folio Illustration and Animation Agency, representing some 60 illustrators around the world. Taking advice from James means learning from someone who sits at the front lines of both illustrators and the clients who hire them every day.