Comments on: Starting out as an illustrator: Advice and resources https://lizzieharper.co.uk/2017/01/starting-out-as-an-illustrator-advice-and-resources/ Natural History Illustration - for books, magazines & packaging Sat, 23 Dec 2023 05:26:45 +0000 hourly 1 By: Brampton https://lizzieharper.co.uk/2017/01/starting-out-as-an-illustrator-advice-and-resources/#comment-9277 Sat, 23 Dec 2023 05:26:45 +0000 https://lizzieharper.co.uk/?p=3102#comment-9277 Starting an illustration career? This insightful advice, gleaned from years of experience, offers a roadmap to success. Essential steps include establishing a professional online presence, joining the Association of Illustrators for invaluable resources, and fine-tuning your portfolio. Choose between freelancing and agency representation, each with pros and cons. Social media and advertising in industry journals boost visibility. Crucially, grasp pricing, copyright, and contracts. This comprehensive guide is a compass for budding illustrators navigating the creative landscape.

]]> By: Lizzie Harper https://lizzieharper.co.uk/2017/01/starting-out-as-an-illustrator-advice-and-resources/#comment-9006 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 07:44:50 +0000 https://lizzieharper.co.uk/?p=3102#comment-9006 In reply to Josipa.

My pleasure, I hope its still more or less up to date!

]]> By: Josipa https://lizzieharper.co.uk/2017/01/starting-out-as-an-illustrator-advice-and-resources/#comment-9003 Sun, 09 Apr 2023 17:43:31 +0000 https://lizzieharper.co.uk/?p=3102#comment-9003 Awesome article, very helpful, thanks!

]]> By: Lizzie Harper https://lizzieharper.co.uk/2017/01/starting-out-as-an-illustrator-advice-and-resources/#comment-3554 Tue, 16 Mar 2021 09:07:11 +0000 https://lizzieharper.co.uk/?p=3102#comment-3554 In reply to Max.

Hi Max
Thanks for that. I think it’s so important to be honest about stuff. Certainly, when I was starting out there were times when I thought the whole idea was insane. Even now there are days when I think a job on a supermarket checkout would be a better option, although that tends to be to do with the pressure of deadlines and accounts…. And I also think it’s important to know that doing freelance work and holding a part time job somewhere is entirely normal, it takes a while to get properly established no matter how hard you work or how good you might be. Good luck, the work is there, and if you’re up for playing the long-game, then it’s entirely possible that illustration will prove to be a successfull career choice for you. Thanks again for such a positive and encouraging comment about this blog. x

]]> By: Max https://lizzieharper.co.uk/2017/01/starting-out-as-an-illustrator-advice-and-resources/#comment-3502 Fri, 12 Mar 2021 19:32:02 +0000 https://lizzieharper.co.uk/?p=3102#comment-3502 Thank you for this post. It was really helpful and encouraging. I was looking for straightforward and true information about illustration business like that for a long time. Frequently, you can find only ecstatic opinions promising overwhelming success. I am glad you keep to be true in who you are. Maybe it sounds weird, but I found this post very warm and now I feel a bit better and confident. Wishes, Max

]]> By: Lizzie Harper https://lizzieharper.co.uk/2017/01/starting-out-as-an-illustrator-advice-and-resources/#comment-1021 Thu, 23 Apr 2020 14:56:40 +0000 https://lizzieharper.co.uk/?p=3102#comment-1021 In reply to Anna.

Hi Anna

Thanks for this. Feel free to let me know if there are extra resources out there that you use and value – that’s the nice thing about blogs, I can always edit them to make them up to date. Thanks for the comment, and well done for joining me in the struggle! Hope you’ve still got work coming in during the lockdown.

Stay safe and well

Lizzie

]]> By: Anna https://lizzieharper.co.uk/2017/01/starting-out-as-an-illustrator-advice-and-resources/#comment-1018 Thu, 23 Apr 2020 08:14:59 +0000 https://lizzieharper.co.uk/?p=3102#comment-1018 I just found your blog and it’s so helpful! I’ve been working as an illustrator for a few years, but somethings it’s still good to read all those things to see if you’re still on the right track. Thanks!

]]> By: Lizzie Harper https://lizzieharper.co.uk/2017/01/starting-out-as-an-illustrator-advice-and-resources/#comment-943 Fri, 10 Apr 2020 09:31:18 +0000 https://lizzieharper.co.uk/?p=3102#comment-943 In reply to Faye Katirai.

Thanks Faye. And if you’re launching as an illustrator go for it. There really is plenty of work out there if you manage to get your profile under the right noses.

x

]]> By: Faye Katirai https://lizzieharper.co.uk/2017/01/starting-out-as-an-illustrator-advice-and-resources/#comment-912 Sun, 05 Apr 2020 13:13:47 +0000 https://lizzieharper.co.uk/?p=3102#comment-912 Thank you so much for taking the time to write this! Incredibly helpful and inspiring. I’m also a big fan of your work! All the best, Faye

]]> By: Lizzie Harper https://lizzieharper.co.uk/2017/01/starting-out-as-an-illustrator-advice-and-resources/#comment-504 Fri, 17 Jan 2020 15:17:47 +0000 https://lizzieharper.co.uk/?p=3102#comment-504 In reply to Caroline Henricksen.

Hooray! Got to love the AOI! Glad to be of use.

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