Escape From Illustration Island

Episode 29 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with collage artist Claudine Hellmuth. Together we discuss art licensing, workshops, and Claudine's success with carving her own path as a creative professional. For links to some of the things mentioned on the show, visit escapefromillustrationisland.com. This episode is sponsored by Dripbook.com and TheCreativeFinder.com.

Episode 28 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Alex Wright of Dripbook, the provider of online promotional tools to creative professionals. Together we discuss the importance of an artist's ability to adapt to change, and take a look at some of the best ways to make the most of modern technology for the purposes of networking and promotion. I also announce Zero2Illo's "12 Week Challenge" and encourage artists to take part in this business-building event created by Jonathan Woodward. For links to some of the things mentioned on the show, visit escapefromillustrationisland.com. This episode is sponsored by Dripbook.com and TheCreativeFinder.com.

Episode 27 of the Escape From Illustration Island podcast features a conversation with artist Leif Peng about portfolios and promotion. Together we take a look at what it means to be an artist in today's market, as well as some of the best ways that creative professionals can adapt to changes in the industry and make the most of new technology.

Episode 26 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Ron English, well-known artist and "Billboard Liberator". Together we discuss his sometimes controversial work and what it means to create work for a deeper purpose. I also share two links to resources for Illustrators. For links to some of the things mentioned on the show, visit escapefromillustrationisland.com. This episode is sponsored by Dripbook.com and TheCreativeFinder.com.

Episode 25 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Steven Heller, longtime Art Director of the New York Times Book Review and author of 130 books on Design, Illustration, and Art Direction. Together we discuss the Illustrator/Art Director relationship, as well as ways that artists can build a solid portfolio and learn from the history of Illustration. For links to some of the things mentioned on this show, visit escapefromillustrationisland.com. This episode is sponsored by Dripbook.com and TheCreativeFinder.com.

Episode 24 of the Escape From Illustration Island podcast features Part 2 of my audio interview with Leif Peng, Illustrator and founder of the popular Illustration blog, "Today's Inspiration". We pick up where we left off last week and discuss Leif's many adventures as a creative professional. I also announce the winner of the Illustration Friday Challenge. For links to some of the things mentioned on the show, visit escapefromillustrationisland.com. This episode is sponsored by Dripbook.com and TheCreativeFinder.com.

Episode 23 of the Escape From Illustration Island podcast features Part 1 of an audio interview with Leif Peng, seasoned Illustrator and founder of the popular Illustration blog, Today's Inspiration, which explores the archives of mid-20th century Illustration and all that it has to teach us today. Together we discuss his experiences in a career in Illustration, his marketing techniques, and many other concepts of interest to all creative professionals. For links to the things mentioned on the show, visit escapefromillustrationisland.com. This episode is sponsored by Dripbook.com.

Episode 22 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Bob Staake. Together we discuss his years of experience creating artwork for everything from the New Yorker to Mad Magazine. We also talk about the challenges involved in making a dramatic shift in style and the concept of submitting your work to Illustration annuals. For links to some of the things mentioned on the show, visit escapefromillustrationisland.com/podcast. This episode is sponsored by Dripbook.com.

Episode 21 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Josh Cochran, an Illustrator best known for his artwork in the editorial and advertising fields. Together we discuss his style, technique, and approach to color. Josh also shares his story of "shopping" his portfolio around New York and his first meeting with art director Steve Heller. I also announce the official launch of the Visual Artist Podcast Network, a collection of some of the best audio podcasts for artists, by artists (visualartistpodcastnetwork.com). For links ot some of the things mentioned on the show, visit escapefromillustrationisland.com. This episode is sponsored by Dripbook.com.

Episode 20 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Drew Struzan, world-famous Illustrators of movie posters for Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, and many others. Together we discuss his methods and techniques, the deeper explorations of his personal work, and his new tutorial DVD, Conceiving and Creating the Hellboy Movie Poster Art. I also announce how you can enter to win a copy of this great video tutorial by participating in the Illustration Friday Challenge. For links to things mentioned in the shownotes, visit escapefromillustrationisland.com. This episode is sponsored by Dripbook.com.

Episode 19 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Jon Klassen, whose work can be found at http://burstofbeaden.com. Together we discuss his Illustration and animation work, his experience with working on the film Coraline, and an alternative approach to creating an Illustration. I also announce the details of the upcoming Illustration Friday Challenge, where I'll be giving away a copy of Drew Struzan's new DVD, Conceiving and Creating the Hellboy Movie Poster Art. For links to some of the things mentioned on the show, go to escapefromillustrationisland.com. This episode of the EFII podcast is sponsored by Dripbook.com.

Episode 18 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Gary Taxali, a prolific and well-known Illustrator whose work has appeared in The New York Times, Esquire, Newsweek, and countless other major publications. Together we discuss his distinct style, his adventures in creating a new children's book and starting a vinyl toy company, and how looking at things differently can make you a more dynamic artist. Join me in this rich conversation with Gary Taxali. I also announce Dripbook's sponsorship of the EFII podcast and a new giveaway brought to you by FreshBooks. For links to the items mentioned on the show, go to escapefromillustrationisland.com. This episode is sponsored by Dripbook.com

Episode 17 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Brian Despain, Illustrator and oil painter known for his current series featuring robots. Together we discuss Brian's adventures in multiple artsitic professions, his philosophical approach to painting, and where he wants to take his work in the future. For links to the things mentioned on the show, visit escapefromillustrationisland.com.

Episode 16 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Andrew Hem, an Illustrator, gallery painter, and graffiti artist who inspires with an ever-evolving style. We also talk about the concept of finding and maintaining your artistic voice, following the middle path, and, of course, breakdancing and the 4 Elements of Hip Hop. For links to the things mentioned on the show, go to http://escapefromillustrationisland.com

Episode 15 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Mattieu Bessudo aka Mcbess, a very talented Illustrator and animator. Together we discuss his unconventional perspectives on Illustration, his practice of not working on commision, and the way that he merges his very distinct style with his music and animation projects. For links to some of the things mentioned on the show, go to http://escapefromillustrationisland.com. Audio editing provided by WhiskeySound.com.