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Planning A Career As A Creature Designer: Personal Brand Development Case Study (Part 2) :: EAJ #25

SarahDahlinger_SeenAndUnseenCover_EAJMarch In our previous Escape From Art Jail series, we learned how three successful artists developed their personal brand.

Now, Chris and Edge help Escape From Art Jail student Sarah Dahlinger develop her own personal brand and present herself as a competitive professional in the creature design industry.

Questions Answered:

  • How do you handle organizing a diverse portfolio?
  • Should I use international networking to expand my client pool?
  • What happens when funding dries up from potential clients?

 

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Portfolio Review: Concept Design & World Building with Paul Scott Canavan

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Chris Oatley and Paul Scott Canavan (Lead Artist at Blazing Griffin) critique Yaniv Cahoua’s Portfolio.

Topics Covered:

  • The difference between Concept Art and Illustration.
  • Building a fantasy world based on real world reference.
  • Conveying a clear story with your design.

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Portfolio Review: Color & Composition with Sarah Marino

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Chris Oatley, Sarah Marino (Nickelodeon, ReelFX) and Amanda Duarte critique Michelle Lockamy’s Portfolio.

Topics Covered:

  • How to use color and composition to guide the viewer’s eyes.
  • Tips on maintaining good clients.

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Portfolio Review: Are You A Trendsetter Or A Chameleon?

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Chris Oatley critiques Edith Escalera’s Visual Development portfolio.

Topics Covered:

  • Are you a trendsetter or a chameleon?
  • Visual Development Vs. Illustration
  • Ways to impress Recruiters and potential Art Directors
  • Applying art fundamentals to Visual Development

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Designing An Adaptive Portfolio For Conventions & Recruiting Events :: EAJ #5

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Many artists are under the misconception that “the portfolio” is a fixed, finishable thing…

This misconception can be particularly restrictive at conventions, job fairs and other recruiting events where you get frequent feedback from industry pros.

In this episode we share a strategy that will help you design a physical portfolio that can adapt to the feedback and unexpected opportunities you’ll encounter throughout the event…

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