Chris Oatley and Ashley Dotson (Mojo Games) critique Francisco Matos’ Portfolio.
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Previously in this series, we discussed the value of reliability & commitment and how you can prove to studios and clients that you possess these essential qualities.
Today we’ll consider how your skills (that are unrelated to art) can inform your personal brand …and discuss the power of perfecting your techniques.
In our two-part interview for The Paper Wings Show, Abbey Cleland talked about the crazy way she made a career as a freelance writer.
She also shared some mind-blowing writing advice like:
In this extended interview – which features over 40 minutes of extra audio – you’ll hear even more surprising writing advice and some hilarious personal stories…
In the first two parts of this series, we presented two questions that will help you stand out in this increasingly competitive market.
Now, in part three, we’ll discuss the value of reliability and commitment and how you can prove to studios and potential clients that you possess these essential qualities…
Chris Oatley and AJ Nazzaro critique Michael Ackerman’s Concept Art and Illustration portfolio.
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Because of the Internet, most artists are developing their skills faster than ever before.
“Good” is the new “average.”
In part one of this series, we discussed the importance of your Competitive Offer:
The combination of competitive advantages and personal strengths that makes you unique and useful for your target audience.
But while understanding this concept is important, knowing how to apply it is essential.
Today we’ll provide some questions that will help you discover and develop your competitive offers…
Don’t waste your time worrying about what people think of your work, just do the best you can.
– Ovi Nedelcu
Ovi Nedelcu is an animation visual development artist and character designer (Warner Bros., Laika) and a picture book creator.
In this deleted scene from Stories Unbound #5, Ovi and Shawna discuss the importance of sketching and behind the scenes development of an illustration.
We discuss the very planned and calculated process of Norman Rockwell versus Mo Willems’ simpler style, and why there is a need for both types of storytelling.
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In an industry where “good” is the new “average,” creative professionals must develop a unique, valuable, personal brand if they hope to stand out.
Today, we’ll begin a series that will help you thrive in this increasingly competitive market…
Chris Oatley critiques Caiyen Tse’s Visual Development portfolio.
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Previously, we analyzed the reasons many artists become frustrated with social media.
…but also why it shouldn’t be avoided.
We’ll present a more sustainable approach in today’s episode…