Episode 20 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Drew Struzan, world-famous Illustrator of movie posters for Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Harry Potter, and many others.  Together we discuss his methods and techniques, the deeper explorations of his personal work, and his new tutorial DVD, Conceiving and Creating the Hellboy Movie Poster Art.

Here are links to some of the things mentioned on the show:

Drew Struzan’s Website
Conceiving and Creating the Hellboy Movie Poster Art
Illustration Friday

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Episode 19 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Jon Klassen.  Together we discuss his Illustration and animation work, his experience with working on the film Coraline, and an alternative approach to creating an Illustration that embraces the unexpected.

I also announce the details of the upcoming Illustration Friday Challenge, where I’ll be giving away a copy of Drew Struzan’s new DVD, Conceiving and Creating the Hellboy Movie Poster Art.

Here are links to some of the things mentioned on the show:

Jon Klassen’s Website
Black Lake
Coraline
Drew Struzan
Illustration Friday
Conceiving and Creating the Hellboy Movie Poster Art
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Episode 18 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Gary Taxali, a prolific and well-known Illustrator whose work has appeared in The New York Times, Esquire, Newsweek, and countless other major publications.  Together we discuss his distinct style, his adventures in creating a new children’s book, his new vinyl toy company called Chump Toys, and how looking at things differently can make you a more dynamic artist.  Join me in this rich and varied conversation with Gary Taxali.

I also announce Dripbook’s sponsorship of the EFII podcast and a new giveaway brought to you by FreshBooks.

Here are links to some of the things mentioned on the show:

GaryTaxali.com – Gary’s Illustration site
Taxali.com – Gary’s Fine Art site
TaxaliShop.com – Gary’s Print shop
This is Silly
Chump Toys
Cuppa Coffee Studios
Toy2r
Bigshot Toyworks
Kid Robot
Shephard Fairey
Gary Baseman
The Creative Process

Episode 17 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Brian Despain, Illustrator and oil painter known for his current series featuring robots.  Together we discuss Brian’s adventures in multiple artsitic professions, his philosophical approach to painting, and where he wants to take his work in the future.  I also highlight some recent inspiring achievements by fellow artists.

Here are links to the things mentioned on the show:

Brian Despain’s Website
Kevin Cross
Monkey Mod
Dani Jones
Artcast Network

Episode 16 of the Escape From Illustration Island Podcast features an audio interview with Andrew Hem, an Illustrator, gallery painter, and graffiti artist who inspires with an ever-evolving style.  Together we discuss the concept of finding and maintaining your artistic voice, following the middle path, and, of course, breakdancing and the 4 Elements of Hip Hop.

Here are links to some of the things mentioned on the show:

Andrew Hem’s Website
IDrewHim
Art Center College of Design

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