EFII Podcast Episode 80 – Gerard Dubois
Episode 80 of the Escape from Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Illustrator Gerard Dubois. Together we discuss his distinct approach to his art, as well as his conceptual and technical process.
I Drew This Thing No. 19
(By Mark Kaufman for EFII)
Long story short. Mark Kaufman is a partner at Vivitiv, an issue oriented design firm based in Seattle. His illustrations have appeared in publications nationwide including The New York Times, The Progressive, The Stranger, and The Oxford American. – drawmark.com
The 3 BIZARRO Episodes of the EFII Podcast
As we prepare for the highly-anticipated return of the Escape from Illustration Island Podcast, we thought it would be fun to take a look back at 3 episodes that strayed from the traditional format. So, if you’re in the mood for a little something different, give a listen to what we call the ‘Bizarro’ episodes:
Episode 45 – When Things Go Wrong
Episode 74 – Illustration Intermission
Episode 76 – Greatest Hits Volume 1
Two New Assistant Editors Join the EFII Team
Last week, we announced the creation of the new EFII Team, as the next step towards making the EFII Network (Escape from Illustration Island, Illustration Age, etc.) the premier resource for Illustrators, Art Directors, and other creative professionals. Today, we’d like to welcome 2 new fellow Illustrators who are joining the team as Assistant Editors:
Marc Scheff
Marc Scheff is an illustrator whose work has appeared in publications and software including Spectrum, ImagineFX, Corel Painter 11 & 12, The Gorilla Art Fare Art Book, and more. Marc recently co-founded Awesome Horse Studios, the free livestream demo/crit channel. He has also spent the last few years making pretty things at game shops like EA and Gameloft. See and learn more at: www.marcscheff.com
Michael Byers
Michael Byers is a freelance illustrator living in Guelph, Ontario with his fiance and two cats. He spends most of his time in his studio creating whimsical images for editorial and advertising clients. He loves to draw, drink coffee, and collaborate with other illustrators, art directors, art buyers, and anyone else who loves to create. – michaelbyers.ca
Thanks to Marc and Michael for joining the team!
ICON7 Illustration Conference Registration is Now Open!
Hey fellow Illustrators!
We are very excited to announce that official registration for the ICON7 Illustration Conference is now open, with a special early-bird rate!
What are you waiting for? Find out more info about the conference and how to register here.
Check out videos from last year’s conference here.
Get the first peek at the 2-sided promo poster, illustrated by Chris Buzelli AND Jessica Hische here.
New Digital Arts Issue Focuses on ‘Handmade Digital’ Art
“The October issue of Digital Arts is now out, and this month we’re all about creative progression.
Digital Arts is here to guide and inspire you on this journey. This issue we look at new ground being broken as creatives combine the handcrafted look and digital into a cohesive whole. Whichever background you’re from, you’ll find a wealth of ideas here.
In the issue you’ll also find our guide to the latest amazing work, up-and-coming creatives, and hot new technology — including an exclusive test of the new Wacom Inkling digital drawing pen!” – (from Digital Arts website)
Meet the New EFII Team!
Hey fellow Illustrators!
I’m very excited to announce that the EFII Network (Escape from Illustration Island, Illustration Age, etc.) is taking the first steps towards being a group-run effort. I’m not only relieved to share the reins after more than 2 years of running the show almost entirely by myself, but also eager and grateful for the chance to welcome some new perspectives to our growing network of resources for Illustrators.
The best part is, this move will help to ensure the EFII Network as a sustainable source of inspiration for years to come.
Here’s a look at the current EFII crew:
Thomas James – Editor/Creative Director
Thomas James is an Illustrator whose work has appeared in The Los Angeles Times, Seven Days, The City Paper, The Chicago Reader, The Portland Mercury, and many others, and has been recognized by American Illustration. He is also the Editor/Art Director of the popular Illustration website and podcast, Escape from Illustration Island, and is proud to serve on the Board of Directors for the ICON Illustration Conference.
Kelly Weed Stanley – Assistant Editor
Kelly is a freelance Illustrator whose work has been recognized by the Society of Illustrators and showcased in a number of galleries around Utah. Some of Kelly’s current clients are the stores Flora and Crafty Wonderland in Portland, Oregon.
Marjolein Caljouw – Assistant Editor
Marjolein Caljouw is an illustrator/artist. She helps people who need illustrations for magazines, books, apps, etc. but also makes (wall)paintings with acrylics and oilpaint. Visit her website here: http://www.marjoleincaljouw.nl/
Mark Kaufman – Assistant Editor
Long story short. Mark Kaufman is a partner at Vivitiv, an issue oriented design firm based in Seattle. His illustrations have appeared in publications nationwide including The New York Times, The Progressive, The Stranger, and The Oxford American. – drawmark.com
Thanks to these fine folks for helping to make the EFII Network a reliable (and growing) resource, and thanks to YOU, our fellow artists for your continued support and for giving us plenty of reasons to keep this thing going.
Cheers,
Thomas James
I Drew This Thing #18
(By Mark Kaufman for EFII)
VIDEO: Fun Process Post by Artist Jenn Ski
Disney Artist Chris Oatley Shares His Daily Routine
Want a peek inside a day in the life of a Disney artist? Me too.
Digital artist, podcaster, and fountain of knowledge and inspiration Chris Oatley recently took the time to outline in insightful detail the relevant minutia of his daily life, for the education and inspiration of people like you and me who love to play the role of artist/voyeur. Read more…
