My Creative Life By Nancy Miller

Hi Everyone! Today I spoke with Tara Garrigan, a fellow member of the Society of Children's Books Writers and Illustrators. She talked about her art journey and the 2 businesses she runs. Here is a bit about Tara: Tara creates with the intent to mesmerize and inspire. Her art is generally whimsical, vibrant, imaginative, and always leaves the viewer with a story to contemplate. She works in all mediums but mainly creates in watercolor and ink. More than anything, Tara's work is inspired by her vivid dreams and the mysteries of the universe. She often finds that her most recurring themes are trees, aquatic life, imaginary creatures, and organically shaped buildings. She also enjoys finding inspiration from other artists around the globe while drinking tea and browsing magazines at the bookstore. See her work at: https://www.taragarrigan.com/ YouTube @TheEverythingArtTeacher "Captain Savannah" Book on Amazon Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustra

Hi Everyone! I spoke with Steph Calvert of Steph Calvert Art on my podcast. She talks about some amazing tips for illustrators on marketing and promoting their work. Fantastic advice on marketing! Here is a bit about Steph: Steph Calvert is a one-eyed artist with a boisterous laugh and a never-ending love for all things snacky. She lives with her hilarious family - husband Josh, mom-in-law Carole, and kids Phil and Joy. Steph's a big fan of going on adventures, binge-watching old episodes of 30 Rock, and being ridiculous for the sake of comedy. Steph is available for freelance illustration projects including kids' art, editorial illustration, logo design, and surface pattern design. To see Steph's Art: https://stephcalvertart.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephcalvertart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephcalvertart/ Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram

Hi Everyone! Today I have Angela Shenk with me today, an author and illustrator, and fellow member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. Here is a bit about Angela: Angela makes paintings, ink works, and other things. She mostly creates with watercolor, but she also jumps at the chance to create with oil and wax pastels, gouache and colored pencils. Angela’s childhood in the South, comfort food, vintage knick-knacks, children’s books, movies, music and hockey inspire her art. She finds beauty in people and moments that are seen as commonplace and unworthy of regard. Angela is a member of the West Hartford Artists Emporium and frequently exhibits at Open Studio Hartford. Her art is in the homes of private collectors as well as The West Hartford Library Foundation. She works in her home studio with one of her cats and a view of her favorite willow tree. To see her work visit: Website and Blog: https://angelapshenk.squarespace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelashenk/ Thanks fo

Hi Everyone! I have the guest Russell Barnes today with me talking about his extraordinary cut paper creations that he photographs.  About Russell Barnes: Russell Barnes is an illustrator who cuts out traditional artworks to photograph in real-world environments. Bridging the gap between imagination and reality. You can find his work on Instagram Chromatic.Habitat Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmillerillustration/ Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/nmillerillustration Blog: https://nmillerillustration.art.blog/

Hi Everyone! I had return guest Caroline Hanlon talk about graduating and also tips for finishing graduate school strong. Here is more about Caroline: My name is Caroline Marie Hanlon. I was born in Washington, DC in 1995, and grew up in Maryland - where you can still find me happily exploring. I'm a Summa Cum Laude alumni from Savannah College of Art and Design with a BFA in Illustration and a focus in Animation, I'm currently studying for my Master's (also from Savannah College of Art and Design) in Illustration. I'm influenced by everyday life and the world surrounding me. My work is filled with whimsicalness, with a hint of an underlying reality. When I'm not illustrating, I'm usually eating vegan food or walking about. To see her work visit: https://www.carolinehanlon.com/ Instagram Caroline Imagines Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmillerillustration/

I had a return guest today with Quinn Johnson the Creator of Elders of the Runestone comic series. It recently launched and I sat down and asked him some questions that reflected on the journey of creating the series.  Here is a bit about Quinn: QUINN JOHNSON mrwonderfulproductions.com IG: @quinnmrwonderful Comics Work: Tales of the TMNT, Kung Fu Panda, Richie Rich, Scrapyard Detectives Games Work: Disney Infinity, Retro Atomic Zombie Adventureland, Machine Age, unreleased AR game To learn more about Quinn and the Elders of the Runestone visit: https://www.runestonecomic.com/ Thank you for listening!

Hi Everyone! I had an amazing chat with Will Terry. I've been a fan of his since Folio Academy. It's was amazing that he took the time to speak to me about his work as an illustrator and educator. Here's a bit about Will. Will Terry has been a freelance illustrator for 23 years. He was horrible at math, English, and science...luckily he found art. After finishing his BFA project at BYU he began working for magazines and newspapers not far from where he grew up in Washington D.C. His early clients include publications such as Time, Money, Wall Street Journal and ads for Sprint, Pizza hut, M&M Mars, Fed Ex, and Master Card. He has illustrated about 30 children's books for Random House, Simon Schuster, Scholastic, Penguin, Klutz, and Albert Whitman. He has created several indie ebooks that have sold tens of thousands of copies and has started a story app series with Rick Walton beginning with Gary's Place. He also co-owns www.svslearn.com - online illustration classes for children's book illustrators se

Hi Everyone! Today I spoke with Norma Black, a fellow student in the SVS Learn Children's Book Pro Class. She shared her reason for pursing her art journey and children's books. She is currently teaching watercolor classes on Skillshare. You can see her work here: https://www.instagram.com/normacreates/ Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmillerillustration/ Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/nmillerillustration Blog: https://nmillerillustration.art.blog/

Hi Everyone! Today I have return guest Gillian Mallory, and she will be sharing how she stays organized in her studio space. I've taken Robin's advice and it has helped me to have a better workflow in my art practice. To see her work visit: https://www.instagram.com/gillian_mallory72/ To listen to her previous interview: https://anchor.fm/nmillerillustration/episodes/6-03-Robin-Mallory--Painter-and-Illustrator-esklpb Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmillerillustration/ Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/nmillerillustration Blog: https://nmillerillustration.art.blog/

Hi Everyone! It is about mid-August when I recorded this. I just finished the 2nd internship with award-winning children's book illustrator R. Gregory Christie. This interview is the importance of interning with a freelance illustrator. Here is more about Mr. Christie. R. Gregory Christie is an award-winning children’s book illustrator and lecturer with a long track record of creating inspiring art. He is an NAACP Image award winner and was the artist for the United Postal Service's “Kwanzaa Stamp” in 2013. He has done everything from designing John Coltrane album covers to animating films on Netflix. Christie’s lectures on art, diversity and literature are family-friendly. His educational programs are fun and engaging, allowing audiences to find a love for books. He has been a guest speaker at conferences and libraries and teaches after-school art programs all over the country. To see his work visit: https://www.rgregorychristie.com/ Or https://www.gas-art.com/ Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration

Hi Everyone! In this episode I go into 4 things I feel like I learned from book illustration. These things aren't related to technique or making a book, but bigger lessons about my own pursuit of becoming a children's book illustrator and author.  Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmillerillustration/ Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/nmillerillustration Blog: https://nmillerillustration.art.blog/

Hi Everyone! Today I have a cohost Robin Mallory who I interviewed from season 6, and we interview Professor Brian Bowes from our Book Illustration class. Here is more about Professor Bowes: Living in Savannah, Georgia, Brian Bowes’ illustrations shine with story-telling, draftsmanship, and creativity. His work has been included in numerous children’s books, notably in  The Story of the Fisherman published by Foolscap Press. The Story of The Fisherman has been collected by university libraries from around the world, and a copy can be found in the Rare Book and Special Collections Division at the United States Library of Congress. A former Illustrator Coordinator for the San Francisco North & East Bay region of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), Bowes appreciates this community of like-minded creators and enjoys actively participating and helping others. He currently teaches at the Savannah College of Art and Design and works on various book proje

Hi Everyone! I have Tiffany Gordon, a fellow illustration student with me today. Here is more about Tiffany: Tiffany Gordon is an Atlanta-based artist. She creates illustrations that connect heavily with humor and storytelling. With her BFA in Painting and Drawing from the University of Georgia in 2017, she is currently pursuing her MFA in Illustration at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Tiffany is passionate about communicating humor and optimism with her illustrations and concept designs. To see her work visit: https://www.tiffanygordonstudio.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tgordonstudio/ Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmillerillustration/ Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/nmillerillustration Blog: https://nmillerillustration.art.blog/

Hi Everyone! Today I have an interview with Isa Monell, a fellow graduate illustration student. Isa was kind enough to share lots of information on her art journey and marketing information. Here is more about Isa: My name is Isabel Monell and I love creating unique pieces of art. I know that my talent was a gift given to me so I could create wonderful art to share with others is the fulfillment of my dream. I'm an artist and hold a Bachelor's Degree in Studio Art from Old Dominion University. I love painting. I have several years of experience with painting pottery, as well as working with acrylic, oil, and watercolor creations. Because I love creating I'm always exploring different mediums and seeing where it leads me... MONELLISA was established in 2010, a small online boutique selling stationery items, artwork, and more. To see her work visit: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monellisa/ Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MONELLISA Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: h

Hi Everyone! I had return guest Robin Martéa, fine artist and illustrator talk about some of the new things she has been work on and marketing tips. Here is more about Robin: Robin Martéa is an illustrator, born and raised in Mobile, Alabama. Since grade school, she has been heavily involved in the visual arts and has since then, developed a strong foundation in mediums ranging from painting to photography. She earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and received her M.F.A. in Illustration from the Savannah College of Art and Design. “I like to think of my paintings as a window into my daydreams. Chasing my dreams is often done in the most unconventional way: through a brush and a canvas. My art, which is a direct reflection of my imagination, is illustrated through drawings that are grounded in hope. What motivates me are the works of artists and illustrators whose art tells a story in an imaginative way. When viewing my work, I’d like for the audience to bring all their asp

Hi Everyone! Today I have Emma Shaw a fellow illustration graduate major and the SCAD GIC President. She was kind enough to speak with me about her creative journey. It was very inspiring and insightful. To view more of her work visit: https://eshoshanna.myportfolio.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eshoshanna/ Thank you for taking the time to listen! Happy Illustrating! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmillerillustration/ Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/nmillerillustration Blog: https://nmillerillustration.art.blog/

Hi Everyone! I had the pleasure of chatting with Madeleine Donahue a fellow illustrator from my book illustration class. Madeleine has some lovely watercolor work. Here is more about her: I am a freelance illustrator from the Bay Area currently based in Qingdao, China. Along with drawing and playing with my pets, I spend my time exploring the local wildlife. I particularly enjoy bird watching and love to incorporate native flora and fauna as well as creatures from my hometown in Northern California into my work. I received a BA in studio art from Kenyon College and am working on my MA at Savannah College of Art and Design. My focus is book illustration, particularly picture books. I am also interested in children’s illustration, surface design and editorials, focusing on environmental and social justice issues. To see her work visit: https://madeleinedonahue.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/maddydonahue/ Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustra

Hi Everyone! I met Ciana Malchione a talented cut paper illustrator from the SVS Learn Children's Book Pro course. I was love the textures and colors that she achieves in her illustrations. Here is more about Ciana: Hi there! My name is Ciana Malchione. I'm an arts educator and aspiring picture book illustrator. I'm originally from the small town of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, the self-proclaimed "Mushroom Capital of the World." (Everyone's gotta be proud of something, right?) I now live in New York City, where I recently graduated from The Cooper Union. My signature geometric style is an ever-changing dance between pattern, texture, and shape. To see her work visit: https://www.cianamalchione.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cianamacaroni/ Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmillerillustration/ Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/nmillerillustration Blog: https

Hi Everyone! Today I interviewed Keith Lee, a fellow illustration student. I really enjoyed getting to know Keth in my Book Illustration class. He does an amazing job with the concept and shared some great tips about improving your illustration skills.  To see his work visit: https://www.instagram.com/kethillustration/ He also mentioned the book by Craig Fraiser. Link below. https://www.amazon.com/ILLUSTRATED-VOICE-Craig-Frazier/dp/1932026088 Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmillerillustration/ Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/nmillerillustration Blog: https://nmillerillustration.art.blog/

Hi Everyone! Today I got to speak with Emmlou Smith a fellow graduate illustration student in my Book Illustration class. She has lovely work and also teaches as a foundations professor. To see more of her work visit: https://www.instagram.com/emmylouzora/ Thanks for listening! Nancy Miller Illustration Social Media Portfolio: http://www.nmillerillustration.com/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hmfmhL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmillerillustration/ Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/nmillerillustration Blog: https://nmillerillustration.art.blog/