You asked, I listened! Here’s a roundup of the questions I get asked the most about the tech and apps I use. Also I’ve listed all the books, podcasts, and courses that have made the biggest difference for me as professional illustrator and animator.
Read MoreWhy animation feels hard (and how to make it easier)
Have you ever been intimidated by animation or wondered how other animators do their thing? Animation can feel overwhelming, especially for illustrators who are new to it.
When I was starting out as an motion designer, I would try to do After Effects tutorials on Youtube but would quickly give up because the interface was confusing or I couldn’t follow along. And later on, once I got something to move, it often looked clunky or weird or possessed and I didn’t know how to fix it. Boo.
Here’s maybe why animation feels difficult, and how to make the process easier.
Read More
Why every illustrator should learn to animate (and how it can boost your career)
As an illustrator, you’re probably great at creating cool artwork. But one way to take your work to the next level is by adding animation.
I’m not talking about a feature length Disney movie here – just little tweaks in Procreate or After Effects can go a long way. The cool thing is that animation isn’t just a fun skill – it’s a game-changer for standing out, attracting clients, and increasing income.
This post will explore why illustrators should learn animation and how it can open exciting new career opportunities for you!
Read More
Studio Update No. 2 | March 2025
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! February was yesterday right?
I’m bringing back studio updates! Woot woot. The last one I did was 3+ years ago and it’s fun to see what’s changed and what’s the same. Something I’m working on now is bringing animation into my personal work and it’s been so much fun.
Read More
My 8 Favorite Illustration & Business Podcasts
If you spend a lot of time drawing like I do, you probably love getting words delivered into your head while you work. Audiobooks and podcasts are my favorite thing to listen to during those stretches of time. Here are eight of my favorites that have made a huge difference in my creative practice.
Read More
Studio Update No. 1 | August 2022
HI! I decided to start writing more stuff down cause it seems fun and my 60 year old self will probably thank me for it. Although I aspire to do these once a month, if I'm being realistic, they'll probably be more sporadic. And that's ok I guess!
I’m really excited to share a bit more about my art practice, what’s in my sketchbook, things that inspired me that I thought you might like, and other books & food & things to bring a little joy or inspiration or delight to your corner of the internet.
Read More