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Maddie Baker graduated from the Illustration and Visual Culture MFA at Sam Fox School in May, where she made a hand-painted autobiographical comic for her thesis, starring an animal filled […]

Nadzeya is an illustration artist who lives and works in San Francisco, CA. Her specialization is Graphic arts, Printmaking and Book illustration since she graduated from the Belarusian State Academy […]

Chris Grine is an artist and writer for Hallmark where he creates humorous greeting cards. Chickenhare was nominated for an... Read More » The post Chris Grine, Illustrator and Comic Artist Is Interviewed by Santosh Oommen, Membership Co-Chair, Illustrator and Storyboard Artist appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

Steve Ahn talks to Santosh Oommen about creating “Blossom Holmes Detective.” Selfie with a Strange Intruder.” His first foray into... Read More » The post Steve Ahn Interviewed by Santosh Oommen About Creating about creating: “Blossom Holmes Detective.” Selfie with a Strange Intruder.” appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

Santosh Oommen, our current 2018 Co-Membership Chair does an informal interview with Cliff Cramp at WonderCon 2017. Cliff Cramp, noted... Read More » The post A talk with Cliff Cramp, “illustrator extraordinaire” appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

Anson Jew         and   Benton Jew The post Podcast Interview with Anson and Benton Jew by Santosh Oommen, SILA President appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

[Listener Discretion Advised] We had a chance to talk to Paul Powers a veteran storyboard artist whose done storyboards on... Read More » The post Podcast Interview with Paul Power by Santosh Oommen, SILA President appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

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Ian Dale is a freelance children’s, interactive, and editorial illustrator based in Los Angeles, California. He’s at home with conceptual thinking... Read More » The post Interview with SILA Member Ian Dale appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles talks to Nilah Magruder, a graphic novelist, children's book author, webcomic creator and storyboard artist on Tangled at Disney TV Animation. A winner of the Dwayne Mcduffie Award in 2015, Multi-talented Nilah Magruder talks to us about her successes and failures that she overcame on her journey to becoming a full time artist and a creator. We answer questions on How she works and how she balances life. Listen to this wonderful interview about a creator who followed her dream and made it come true! To see more of Nilah Magruder's work nilahmagruder.com/ nilaffle.tumblr.com www.facebook.com/nilahmagruder/ twitter.com/nilaffle The post An Interview with Nilah Magruder – Working on Tangled at Disney TV Animation appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

Jeff Sornig talks to the Society of Illustrators Los Angeles about making the jump from East Coast to Los Angeles to follow his dreams of becoming a designer for Nickelodeon! A short conversation with Jeff at SDCC 2016! #Podcast #nickelodeon #animation #intervi #pinky #nick #drawing #Art #animate #animator #societyofillustratorsoflosanges #societyofillustratorsla #jeffsornig The post An Interview with Jeff Sornig-Working at Nickelodeon Animation appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

John Won, concept artist talks about what it takes to be a concept artist in today's market and how he made his dream a reality. John has worked for Disney Interactive, Titmouse and a number of companies doing concept and visual development art. John talks about the necessity of foundations and the importance of values. (artwork © John Won - no reproductions without consent of artist.) #artist #Tag: #illustration #concept #illus #artists #animation #society #societyofillustrators #societyofillustratorsla #societyofillustratorsoflosangeles #societyofillustratorsofla #johnwon #visualdevelopment The post What it takes to be a Concept Artist – An Interview with John Won appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

Here's our first of our San Diego Comic-con 2014 podcast series. We did a number of podcasts at our booth at SDCC 2014. Here's one we did with Warren Drummond, a storyboard artist on Agents of Shield, Rise of the Planet of the Apes, and a number of other films,tv and commercials. Warren Talks about his work, his process and some advice on getting into storyboarding for film! warrendrummond.com Interview by Santosh Oommen.   The post Audio Interview with Storyboard Artist Warren Drummond appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

Editorial, Advertising and Book illustrator, Will Terry is among the distinguished judges for SILA's Illustration West 52. Illustration West Show Chair, Santosh Oomen provides this audio interview. The post Audio Interview with Will Terry, Illustration West 52 Judge appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

Audio recording of "The Taxman Cometh". Speaker Manny Sacdalan addresses the topic of "Starting a Business - Artist/Suit, Suit/Artist - Which will work for you?" Manny Sacdalan is a CPA in a family practice called Wood, Weisinger, Sacdalan & Associates (WWSA) located in Eagle Rock, California. WWSA offers individual and business tax planning and preparation as well as business consultation. The practice was formed in the late 1980’s by his father-in-law, Donald Wood. Prior to joining WWSA, Manny worked as a senior auditor for Nigro, Karlin, Segal & Feldstein, a public accounting firm in Westwood. Manny has a BS in Business Administration with an option in accounting from California State University Northridge and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. Recorded: August 8, 2013 The Little Victory Theater 3326 W Victory Blvd Burbank, CA 91505 Illustration Copyright 2013 Marion Eisenmann The post Podcast: The Taxman Cometh appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

Audio recording of SILA Panel Series, "Baby Steps 1, 2, 3", featuring industry professionals offering advice for budding entrepreneurs in the visual arts. Hosted by SILA President, Joe Cepeda and SILA Web Chair Evan Ferrell Guest Panelists: Larry Olney (tax preparer) Maria Piscopo (mpiscopo.com) Joshua Kemble (joshuakemble.com) Recorded: October 29, 2011 in the Community Room at the Sherman Oaks Galleria in Sherman Oaks, CA This panel discussion will cover the basics of dealing with money and legalities that are an indispensable part of being a successful illustrator. Topics covered will include how to manage your profits, how to operate a small business, dealing with taxes, budgeting, and developing excellent saving and spending habits. The post Podcast: Baby Steps 3 – Money Matters appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

Audio recording of SILA Panel Series, "Baby Steps 1, 2, 3", featuring industry professionals offering advice for budding entrepreneurs in the visual arts. Hosted by SILA President, Joe Cepeda Guest Panelists: Mary Peterson (marypeterson.com) Joan Charles (joancharles.com) (second half) Briar Lee Mitchell (starmountainstudios.com) Recorded: August 27, 2011 in the Community Room at the Sherman Oaks Galleria in Sherman Oaks, CA Every artist needs a special place where they can go to create, be inspired, and do business as a true professional. When choosing a studio, questions often arise about organizing and decorating the space, what equipment is indispensable to producing quality work, and how to manage one’s time. The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles would like to invite you to meet three established artists who will address these questions and share their experience on structuring an ideal workspace for all situations. The post Podcast: Baby Steps 2 – Setting Up Shop appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.

Audio recording of SILA Panel Series, "Baby Steps 1, 2, 3", featuring industry professionals offering advice for budding entrepreneurs in the visual arts. Hosted by SILA Programs Chair, Katy Betz and SILA President, Joe Cepeda Guest Panelists: Marilyn Scott-Waters (thetoymaker.com/) Kim Dwinell (kimdwinell.com/) Cliff Cramp (cliffcramp.com/) Recorded: June 25, 2011 in the Community Room at the Sherman Oaks Galleria in Sherman Oaks, CA The post Podcast: Baby Steps 1 – Promoting Yourself appeared first on SILA - The Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles.