Archives: October 2007

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This is my submission for Illustration Friday this week, and I am entering it into the gallery contest that they are holding. So if you like it, please vote for it! :)

Here’s some behind-the-scenes stuff…

Also take a look at my friends Lance and Manelle’s entries and vote for them too.

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Book of the Month: Starting Your Career as a Freelance Illustrator or Graphic Designer

Starting Your Career as a Freelance Illustrator or Graphic Designer by Michael Fleishman

As artists, we work hard every day to sketch and draw and paint so we become better at our craft. Sometimes, though, you forget that there is a whole different side to the illustration world called business.

That’s why you need books like Starting Your Career as a Freelance Illustrator or Graphic Designer by Michael Fleishman. I bought myself a copy a while ago, and I’ve been pleased with it overall.

The book discusses different subjects, such as:

  • Is art school necessary?

  • How to find potential clients

  • Creating a business plan

  • Organizing your finances

  • Choosing the right equipment

It’s hard to find really good books that delve into this creative business, but this is probably one of them.

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My Work Featured on ArtBistro.com

ArtBistro.com Feature

Artist community website ArtBistro.com is featuring my work and this website. Head on over and take a look.

You can also view my profile here. Create your own and add me as a friend if you have a moment.

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The Blues

Sadly, I think a lot of girls go through days like this in school.

This is my Illustration Friday submission for the week. I went through some of my old sketches and chose this to color and finish. I’m kinda glad I found this one because the IF theme got me using a color scheme I probably wouldn’t have used otherwise.

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