Art by Larry MacDougall
From building worlds to launching Kickstarters, illustrator Larry MacDougall is a treasure trove of imagination, artistic mastery, and down-to-earth practicality. Join Jake Parker and Will Terry to learn the keys to his success in this insightful episode.
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SHOW LINKS
Larry MacDougall: Big Cartel, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Gwelf, Kickstarter,
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
Persistence pays off. Even if you struggle to learn how to illustrate, with passion and practice, you can succeed.
Everyone has dry spells, and there’s nothing wrong with working another job or two while you’re waiting for your next illustration gig.
Launching a Kickstarter? Don’t stop talking about it! Your true fans will want to participate, but it takes more than one announcement to get it on their radar. The more you share, the more support you’ll receive.
Follow where opportunity leads and take your passion with you.
Use the power of collaboration to make your passion projects a reality.
Just keep drawing!
Bio:
Larry MacDougall is a Canadian illustrator with 30 years of experience in the animation, gaming, and children’s book industries. He specializes in fantasy illustration and recently published Gwelf: The Survival Guide, the accumulation of a world he’s been building for years. Although he struggled in art school, Larry never gave up on drawing, and his persistence enabled him to work commercially and on his own projects. He continues to create and hopes to for as long as he can. Keep your eyes out for the next Gwelf book, coming to Kickstarter in about a year!
LINKS
Jake Parker: mrjakeparker.com. Instagram: @jakeparker, Youtube: JakeParker44
Will Terry: willterry.com. Instagram: @willterryart, Youtube: WillTerryArt
Lee White: leewhiteillustration.com. Instagram: @leewhiteillo
Daniel Tu: danieltu.co.
Lily Howell: lilycamille.com
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