Creative Calling Podcast

Following our desire to become a full-time creative is a rich that can feel overwhelmingly daunting. Casey Robin is very aware of this sensation and joins me to share her tools to overcome these fears. The post Conquering creative fears with Casey Robin appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Mina is a UI designer and freelance illustrator who “fell” into the industry. She humbly shares her story and gives 5 motivations for artists to keep creating. The post 5 reasons to keep creating with Mina Roy appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Ilana is an animator with many talents and a love for coffee. Her instagram feed is a testament to what diligence can accomplish. She answers how to avoid burn out during projects like these.   Conversation Talking Points and Briana’s Responses   I believe your Java Doodles feeds is one of the most fantastic social feeds... The post Finding Rest Before Burn Out with Ilana Schwartz appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

In search to answer the question: Is it possible to have multiple careers of passion? I serendipitously met Bram Cayne who works as a story board artist and drummer. The post Balancing Two Passions in Your Career with Bram Cayne appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Episode Recap Small consistent steps over long periods of time in combination with the right people will take you to unbelievable places. How do I know? I had the chance to talk with Jesse Labbe who was a part of one of the most successful Kickstarter campaigns and is working on many other exciting projects.... The post Jesse Labbe shares about his unbelievable creative projects appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

After working over a decade in animation in multiple roles Mike Morris know what it takes to keep stability and momentum throughout your creative career while still being able to pursue personal projects.   Freelance Work vs Studio Work Studio allows for creative minds to come together solving problems in unique ways better than you... The post Secrets to Getting Ahead in Your Creative Career with Mike Morris appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

There are careers that involve creative problem solving and others that manage creative problem solvers. Is it possible to pursue both at the same time? That’s what Jessica Payne and I discuss in this episode. The post 037 People centeric creative careers with Jessica Payne from Blizzard appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

There are careers that involve creative problem solving and others that manage creative problem solvers. Is it possible to pursue both at the same time? That’s what Jessica Thomas and I discuss in this episode. Improving Your Skills as an Artist Stick to one thing you are really passionate about. Get really good, critical feedback... The post People centric creative careers with Jessica Thomas from Blizzard appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Professional picture book illustrator, Guy Francis spends less time handling business so he can spend more time creating artwork by working with an art rep. Listen to this conversation to hear his experience.    The Business of Illustration The creation process of illustration stays the same across multiple industries, while the business process changes. Shannon … The post Guy Shares His Experience Working With An Art Rep appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Storyboard artist Jeff Bittle talks with Briana about how he works remotely in his career, how to get into storyboard art and how to express your faith through your work. The post 035 Freelance Storyboarding with Jeff Bittle appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Whether you went to an art college or a liberal arts college the most important aspect of an illustrator’s education is creating a portfolio in their style. Zach and I get deep about how to find what really inspires us and comments from our former professors we should really ignore.   Zach’s Art Education Options … The post Channeling Your Creative Style with Zach Heffelfinger appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Episode Recap Elise and I have a great conversation about what it’s like to freelance for over 6 years, how supportive spouses are key to growth and motivation, our experience selling art on Etsy and Vida and how to make expressive art.   We met at the CTN animation expo as exhibitors. In our conversation we … The post The Freelance Life with Elise Packard appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Episode Recap: When Dave wanted to move to Utah for his wife’s family he needed to find a way to make his career in animation fit this new place and support his family of 7. Dave noticed a need in the animation industry that wasn’t being met and created a product around that need. With … The post How Do You Make Your Profession Work Where Family Is? with Dave Gallagher appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Episode Recap Emerging Insta famous visual development artist Michele Arrieta shares her top tips on how she has tripled her following on Instagram – Briana comes in to fill in the gaps for small business owners and creativepreneurs. Instagram is a tool Why are you trying to build a following on Instagram? Sell something Get … The post Michele and I converse about Instagram tips appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Episode Recap: You know when a client throws a curve ball at you and leaves you unsure how to respond? This episode will help you overcome this by giving you simple and fun improv techniques by Gary Ware from Breakthrough Play.   Improv rules Yes, And Listen Let yourself fail Play the game   Games … The post Gary Ware teaches me about improv techniques appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Episode Recap Freelancing audio engineer, Amy Dimouro, explains what it’s like to be one of very few women in the audio engineering world. Also, how to tell if a client will call you back for another gig.   What level of technical knowledge do you have to have as an audio engineer? Amy: You can … The post Amy talks to me about freelance audio engineering appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Episode Recap Six tips for Creatives about cross networking inspired by San Diego Start Up Week. Including: Raising money, selling yourself and making connections.   1. How to test your ideas to see if they work This is important before jumping into an idea, especially if you have a million! Focusing on your user and … The post My biggest takeaways from San Diego Startup Week appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Episode Recap Guest and author, Perry Covington, shares his experience publishing his books series, with guest interviewer and aspiring comic writer, Caleb Arnold. The Creative Writing Process Once Perry has an idea for a book, he likes to outline his books on a big white board and write it out chapter by chapter. Occasionally, he finds … The post Caleb and Perry answer my questions about children’s book publishing appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Episode Recap Avoiding small obstacles can keep us from accomplishing big things – yet we do this all the time don’t we? On this episode Caleb Arnold interviews ME! We talk about adversities and obstacles I’ve faced in my relationships, as a design professional, and the happiest moment of my life. One of my guests … The post A casual conversation with Caleb about overcoming adversity appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.

Episode Recap Patrick and I talk about what it’s like to work in the freelance animation industry, his experience networking inside and outside of jobs and self-publishing his illustrated book. Getting Started in the Industry Patrick attended Rochester Institute of Technology before receiving his first job with Fisher Price. After Fisher Price, he went to … The post Finding out what self-publishing is REALLY like with Patrick Moss appeared first on Creative Calling Podcast.