Do you feel overwhelmed trying to make it as an illustrator? Stephen McCranie joins Jake Parker for a conversation about building a support team, what it means to be a professional comic artist, how to manage your energy productively, and why self-publishing can be beneficial. Expect to see the real behind-the-scenes of a career in comics, from hiring assistants to gathering support for your work to seeing your value in the world as a relationship-builder, not just an artist.

Grab your favorite comfort beverage and settle into a cozy art chat about day-to-day life as illustrators. Sam Cotterill, Jake Parker, and Lee White reveal their current favorite pens, brush sets, and Photoshop hacks, and discuss their latest career wins and upcoming projects.

Is creative value measurable? In a recent episode, we discussed key performance indicators for an illustration career: good taste, mastery of your craft, and the ability to produce work consistently and professionally.

Facing rejection? Sam Cotterill and Jake Parker teach when to dump a project, when to persist, and how to take a no (without taking it personally).

Doogie Horner returns to the podcast to talk about his latest book, life as a multi-passionate creative, and his “good enough” philosophy. Join Jake Parker and Anthony Wheeler for this insightful conversation.

How do you know if you’re succeeding as an illustrator? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White discuss key performance indicators to determine if you’re growing or stagnating.

Joe Sutphin is back on the podcast, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the making of Winnie-the-Pooh: The Graphic Novel, coming this October! Join Jake Parker and Anthony Wheeler to see what it takes to bring a classic story to the next generation of readers.

Trying to support, but find yourself wincing at your peers’ success? Jealousy is a normal human experience that hits creatives extra hard. Jake Parker and Anthony Wheeler discuss how to learn from these emotions and even improve from them.

If staying focused feels like a losing battle, this episode is for you. Danielle McGeough joins Sam Cotterill and Jake Parker to talk about creating a creative life that’s both fruitful and sustainable through play, introspection, and aligned expectations.

How does your personality influence your career? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler discuss how your traits impact your life as an illustrator and how you can optimize for the best version of life with your personality.

Are art skills and business savvy the only keys to illustration success? Jake Parker, Anthony Wheeler, and Lee White discuss the characteristics you need to become an exceptional illustrator (they’re not what you think!).

Regina Linke didn’t take the traditional illustrator’s path. Join Jake Parker and Sam Cotterill to learn how she developed her Eastern-inspired style, the philosophy behind her work, and how creative practices evolve with the seasons of life.

Do you feel a shift in the summer? Sam Cotterill, Jake Parker, and Anthony Wheeler explore reframes on productivity and how to nurture your creative spirit during this fun and chaotic time of year.

Sophie Blackall, illustrator of over 50 children’s books, takes us into the world of Milkwood, her community of illustrators in the Catskills. Join Sam Cotterill and Lee White to discover the importance of connection for artists to stay inspired, get unstuck, and never stop experimenting.

From the right way to make master studies to finding mentors to feeding your creative bank account, Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White cover a little bit of everything in this live-recorded episode.

Husband and wife duo Philip and Erin Stead join Jake Parker and Lee White to share their journey into children’s book illustration, how they’ve stayed true to their voices, and how they make work that resonates with kids.

Is there more to illustration than storytelling with pictures? D.B. Dowd joins Sam Cotterill and Jake Parker to discuss the influence of illustration on society, taking ownership of your work, and the history of the field.

Is that enticing offer legit? In this live episode, Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler talk about identifying scams, plus updates on their current projects, and a fun family announcement from the Parkers.

Are you living up to your creative potential? Award-winning director, animator, illustrator, and storyteller extraordinaire Alan Barillaro joins Jake Parker and Anthony Wheeler to discuss striving for excellence, respect for your craft, and the importance of choosing risk.

Want to reinvent yourself? LeUyen Pham joins Jake Parker and Sam Cotterill to share her journey of continuous evolution and artistic expansion, and how you can effectively transform your life and art, too.