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Case Study With AJ Nazzaro: Anatomy Of A Purple Cow (Part 3) :: EAJ #23

AJNazzaroCaseStudyP3_PostArt_1280wIn part two of our “Purple Cow” Case Study with AJ Nazzaro, we talked about how his commitment to excellence led to work with his dream clients.

Today, our conversation concludes with AJ’s thoughts on professionalism and creating an optimal digital painting workflow…

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Case Study With AJ Nazzaro: Anatomy Of A Purple Cow (Part 2) :: EAJ #22

AJNazzaroCaseStudyP2_PostArt_1280wIn part one of our “Purple Cow” Case Study with AJ Nazzaro, we discussed how, despite getting a late start, his willingness to face any and every creative challenge is why he’s now working for Blizzard and Wizards Of The Coast – his dream clients.

In this episode, he paints a vivid picture of what it means to be committed to the craft…

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Case Study With AJ Nazzaro: Anatomy Of A Purple Cow (Part 1) :: EAJ #21

AJNazzaroCaseStudyP1_PostArt_1280wAJ Nazzaro (Blizzard, Wizards Of The Coast) is the kind of person who will, to use his own words, “fight a grizzly bear with a toothbrush.”

Though he got a late start, his willingness to face any and every creative challenge is why he’s now working for his dream clients.

In this first part of a three-part series, AJ reveals the invisible but intense dedication that led to his unique success…

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Connect With Industry Pros By Writing Better Emails

OaNow5PostArt-1024x576Have you ever reached out to a creative pro or art hero via email…

…and been completely ignored?

In this Escape From Art Jail lesson, Chris and Edge help you develop your professional network with email tips and examples that you can put into practice right away!

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Case Study With Rebecca Black-Gliko: Anatomy Of A Purple Cow (Part 3) :: EAJ #20

BekiCaseStudyP3_PostArt_1280wIn part 2 of our “Purple Cow” Case Study with Rebecca Black-Gliko, we talked about her commitment to the craft of stop-motion, and how with deliberate practice, she developed an authentic visual voice which launched her creative career.

Today, our conversation concludes with Beki’s thoughts on improving your craft by thoroughly knowing your tools, seizing opportunities to learn from professionals, and making a habit of experimentation…

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Case Study With Rebecca Black-Gliko: Anatomy Of A Purple Cow (Part 2) :: EAJ #19

BekiCaseStudyP2_PostArt_1280wIn part 1 of our “Purple Cow” Case Study with Rebecca Black-Gliko, we discussed how her unwavering focus led to a highly-competitive, entry-level position at Laika – the stop-motion feature animation studio that produced Coraline and Kubo and the Two Strings.

Today, our conversation continues with Beki’s thoughts on committing to your craft, practicing fundamentals, and launching a career through the development of an authentic visual voice…

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“Escape From Art Jail” Live Q&A :: Personal Brand (Part 2)

EAJLiveQAPurpleCow21280wChris Oatley and Ejiwa (Edge) Ebenebe answer your questions about how to discover and develop your Personal Brand (aka your “Purple Cow.”)

Questions Answered:

  • How do I get my drawing skills to a competitive level, while working a full-time job?
  • What online resources do you suggest to help build and strengthen the fundamentals?
  • How do creative products/works satisfy the needs of our audiences?
  • How do I create a Personal Brand when my career consists of many disparate things?
  • What are the most effective ways of growing your Personal Brand?

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“Escape From Art Jail” Live Q&A :: Personal Brand (Part 1)

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Chris Oatley and Ejiwa (Edge) Ebenebe answer your questions about how to discover and develop your Personal Brand (aka your “Purple Cow.”)

Questions Answered:

  • When do I start worrying about building my Personal Brand?
  • How can I maintain a reliable online presence?
  • Can I have more than one Personal Brand?
  • Can my Personal Brand change based on location?
  • Is it possible to make a living selling only digital products?

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How To Become A Competitive Creative Professional (Part 6) :: EAJ #14

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Previously, in our series on developing your personal brand, we discussed three ways to pursue excellence through learning.

Today we’ll look at how you can leverage your location to find unexpected opportunities…

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How To Become A Competitive Creative Professional (Part 5) :: EAJ #13

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Previously, in our series on developing your personal brand, we talked about the benefits of non-art skills and the importance of knowing your gear inside and out.

Today we’ll consider three ways to pursue excellence through learning…

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