One of things that makes the Internet such a valuable resource to me is the the abundance of free, professional advice from other artists in my field. I am constantly unearthing wonderful gems of information from some of the top award-winning Illustrators and Designers, simply by researching their personal websites. Here are just a few that I’ve uncovered during my own searching:
Shaun Tan just received the prestigous Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award for his work as a Children’s Book Illustrator/Author. His wordless, illustrated reaction to the award is here. And even better? Tips on how to get published, found in the FAQ section of his website.
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How do you make a living as an Illustrator? Do I need to move to New York City? Illustrator Yuko Shimizu answers these questions and more in her own FAQ section.
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ADC Young Gun designer Jessica Hische discusses her process, how she got into the business, and what it’s like being a designer in Brooklyn.
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This is probably some of the most valuable information I’ve read so far: not only does top Illustrator/Designer Bill Mayer provide a frank account of doing a recent job for peanuts, but his article opened up an incredibly interesting comment thread amongst other designers, students and professionals. If you read nothing else, read this.
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And here are more links found around the web this week!
Sam Weber just did an illustrated cover (one of the very few) for National Geographic. Flawless.
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Man, I love skeletons, but this guy takes the cake! Lady Gaga’s best friend is a Zombie Boy.
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From Good Design: 25 Female Designer and Illustators We Love.
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Walmart meets American art? Founder of Walmart’s daughter Alice Walton has been building a monster million-dollar museum. In the Ozarks.
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It’s a new record! A gathering of the most people dressed as Where’s Waldo?, and it all happened in Ireland.
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That’s it for this week’s distractions! This weekend Jake and I will be in Astoria attending a wedding (the first of many this year). Expect photos of the Goonie Village when we return!
