Helping quiet coaches and impact makers to show up and speak out on social media and beyond. In this mini-podcast series you'll explore the challenges of self-silencing; that is when we hold back from expressing our thoughts, ideas, opinions and perspectives for fear of potential consequences. You'll discover what self-silencing looks like, how it might be impacting you, and uncover tools and techniques to help you overcome it. Your voice needs to be heard; unleash the power within you and e ...
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Illustration Hour is a long-form interview podcast about the craft and business of illustration and design hosted by illustrator Julia Dufossé. With the help of successful illustrators, designers and art directors, we unpack how you can ideate better, learn new skills, keep yourself fresh, promote yourself and your work, and maintain a profitable freelance business. NOTE: THIS PODCAST IS NO LONGER ONGOING. The website has not been renewed but the episodes will remain available for educationa ...
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Throughout this series, we’ve explored various aspects of self-silencing: the fear of being judged by those we care about, the worry of angering or upsetting people, being unsure you could defend your ideas, the feeling of not being good enough, and the worry that our ideas are insignificant. These are the most common barriers that prevent us from …
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Ep. #9 Do You Feel You Don’t Have a Right, or You’re Not Good Enough?
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This feeling of inadequacy, or the nagging thought that we're somehow not qualified enough, or we aren't worthy of sharing our thoughts or opinion, is more personal to reason 3; feeling our ideas are insignificant. That’s because it’s more about our self-worth and identity rather than the external reception of our ideas. It's where you might have v…
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Ep. #8 Are You Unsure You Could Defend Your Ideas?
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Perhaps you have a thought or an opinion, but hold back from sharing it, not because you don't believe in it, but because you're not sure if you could defend it in a debate or discussion. This hesitation is common in environments where we feel less confident, whether it's in a professional setting, a social gathering, or even online. Part of this f…
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Ep. #7 Do You Feel Your Thoughts & Ideas Are Insignificant?
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Have you ever hesitated to share your opinion, a story about your life, or to add your two-cents because you thought it didn't matter? Have you kept your ideas to yourself, believing they weren't good enough or wouldn't make an impact? Maybe you’ve been about to say something or post on social media, you have thoughts like, 'Why would anyone care?’…
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Ep. #6 Do You Feel Responsible for Other People’s Feelings?
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Have you ever found yourself walking on eggshells and silencing your own voice just to keep those around you comfortable? This is often a challenge for those of us who are more empathetic and naturally tuned into the emotions of others. We often end up carrying the weight of not just our feelings but those of everyone around us. It’s like being an …
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Ep. #5 Do You Worry That Those You Care About Will See You Differently?
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Have you ever avoided sharing a personal experience or a strong opinion that might not sit well with your family, friends, or peers? This fear is especially common in people who are naturally more reserved. It's born out of the concern that our authentic self, if different from what people are accustomed to, might lead to judgment or misunderstandi…
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Ep. #4 Why Do We Need to Be Aware of Self-Silence?
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Self-silencing can subtly creep into our lives, often without us even noticing. It’s often the voice in the back of our heads telling us to stay quiet, to not rock the boat. It limits our potential to connect genuinely, to make meaningful impact, and to grow as individuals. It's an innate fear, and while this fear can sometimes serve as a protectiv…
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I want to start with a quote from my mini-book Stop Self-Silencing, which defines what self-silencing is perfectly: “At its core, self-silencing is when we hold back our thoughts, dismiss our own ideas, opinions, and perspectives, all because we fear the potential consequences. It's a self-imposed barrier that prevents us from speaking out and shar…
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Being ‘authentically you’ is about more than just honesty; it's about living in a way that aligns with your core values and beliefs. So what do we really mean by the term authenticity? Authenticity or being authentic means you're not just playing a part - you're living your truth. This alignment is where the magic happens. Where we deeply connect w…
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Learn what it means to be an impact maker and explore the key characteristics that define an impact maker, from resilience and empathy to vision and the ability to inspire others. Impact makers could be online life coaches, experts in a specific field, budding authors, speakers, entrepreneurs, or simply individuals who want to help others and make …
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34: Haley Tippmann – Embracing Digital Tools
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I chat with illustrator Haley Tippmann about her expressive observational approach to illustration, finding community on Instagram and tips to use Procreate.By Julia Dufossé
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33: Brian Blomerth - Following the 50/50 Rule
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In this episode, I chat with illustrator and cartoonist Brian Blomerth about his career drawing weird dog-human hybrids, his experience finishing his first full-length graphic novel and his general approach to creativity.By Julia Dufossé
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32: Nicki Field – What You Put Out There Is What You Get Back
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I chat with Nicki Field, head of illustration at the illustration agency and animation production company Jelly London about the business of illustration and what she looks for in illustrators.By nicki field
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31: Nolan Pelletier – Keep Shaking the Tree
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I chat with illustrator and designer Nolan Pelletier about collecting art and ephemera, meeting your illustration heroes and developing your voice as an illustrator.By Julia Dufossé
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30: Melanie Lambrick – Follow Your Gut and Trust Yourself
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I chat with illustrator and designer Melanie Lambrick about voice, style and her experience transitioning from full-time employment to freelance illustration.By Julia Dufossé
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29: Armando Veve – Everyday Is a New Opportunity to Get Better at the Craft
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I talk with illustrator Armando Veve about his path, how he found his place as an illustrator and his process for creating his incredibly detailed illustrations.By Julia Dufossé
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28: Eleanor Taylor – Keep Your Mind Open and Push Your Work Forward
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In this episode, I talk with illustrator and artist Eleanor Taylor about her creative journey and her experiences working as an illustrator for magazines and book publishers.By Julia Dufossé
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27: George Wylesol – Do Work that Makes You Happy
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In this episode, I talk with illustrator and artist George Wylesol about his path, his work and the advice he gives his illustration students.By Julia Dufossé, George Wylesol
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26: Daniel Ramirez Perez – The Hardest Thing Is to Start
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In this episode, I chat with illustrator, creative director, and designer Daniel Ramirez Perez about his path from being an art director working at big ad agencies to becoming a full-time freelance illustrator.By Julia Dufossé
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25: Robin Davey – Success and Breaking Through Self-Doubt
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In this episode, I talk with animator and illustrator Robin Davey about his long and successful career as a freelance animator, how he deals with self-doubt and how he continues to learn new skills.By Julia Dufossé
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24: Laurie Rowan - Take Charge of Your Creative Career
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In this episode, I chat with the animator, director and illustrator Laurie Rowan about his wonderfully addictive animations and how he got to where he is now.By Julia Dufossé
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23: Matthew LeBaron - An Insider's Guide to the Business of Illustration
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In this episode, I talk with agent and founder of Much Creative Matthew LeBaron about his experiences and lessons learned from representing artists for over a decade.By Julia Dufossé
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22: Cathal Duane - How to Make It as a Freelance Illustrator
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In this episode, I talk with illustrator Cathal Duane about freelance life, setting realistic expectations and the importance of understanding the business side of freelance illustration.By Julia Dufossé
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21: Thomas Danthony - Push Yourself and Deliver Your Best Work on Every Project
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In this episode, I chat with illustrator and commercial artist Thomas Danthony about his creative career path, his beautifully pared-down work and his creative process.By Julia Dufossé
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20: Clay Hickson - Keep Busy and Enjoy the Process
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In this episode, I chat with Clay Hickson, an illustrator and the founder of Tan & Loose Press and The Smudge. We talk about Clay's path to illustration, why he keeps busy with many personal and side projects and how he works and gets inspired.By Julia Dufossé
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19: Party of One - Cathartic Art and the Power of Personal Projects
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In this episode, I talk with designers Melissa Deckert and Nicole Licht of Party of One studio about how they started collaborating, how they used personal projects to their advantage and how they create sets and props for photo-illustrations.By Julia Dufossé
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18: Elena Xausa -Drawing Symbols and the Universal Language of Illustration
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In this episode, I talk with italian illustrator Elena Xausa about her experience drawing for publications like the New Yorker and the ebbs and flows of freelance life.By Julia Dufossé
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17: Hedof - Building a Thriving Career Around Your Interests
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In this episode, I talk with Dutch illustrator Rick Berkelmans AKA Hedof about his amazing career as a commercial illustrator, how he got to where he is now, and what he's learned along the way.By Julia Dufossé
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16: How to Create A Portfolio that Gets You Work - A Strategic Approach
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In this episode, I share a strategic approach for creating a portfolio that gets you clients and attention. I answer questions like how much work should I have in my portfolio, what type of portfolio builder should I use,when should I start building a portfolio and much more.By Julia Dufossé
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15: Peter Gamlen - Overcoming Creative Doubts and Growing as an Illustrator
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I talk with illustrator Peter Gamlen about what he's learned in his 8 years as a freelance illustrator, how to overcome creative crises and how to grow as an artist.By Julia Dufossé
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14: Jing Wei - From Illustration Director at Etsy to Full Time Freelance Illustrator
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I talk with illustrator Jing Wei about her experiences moving to the US as a child, how she realized she wanted to illustrate for a living and how she got to where she is now. We talk about style, finding clients, struggling, full time jobs and believing in yourself enough to keep going. Jing also reveals her favorite New York City activity and her…
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13: Thibaud Hérem - A Philosophy of Image Making, Craft and Hard Work
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I talk with French illustrator Thibaud Hérem about his insanely detailed architectural drawings, how he built his creative practice and the importance of understanding the underlying philosophy behind image-making and craft.By Julia Dufossé
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12: Marylou Faure - Building a Career, Dealing with Criticism, and Pricing your Work
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I chat with Marylou Faure about her colorful and cheeky style, her start in the world of illustration and her experience with pricing her work and negotiating with clients.By Julia Dufossé
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11: Aaron Lowell Denton - Designing for Bands and Making a Living from Your Passion
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I talk with designer Aaron Lowell Denton about how he started working for bands, what inspires him and how he manages to get so much work done. Aaron also shares some important advice about valuing your work and creativity and how he prices projects according to risk.By Julia Dufossé
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10: Dan Woodger - Get your Work Seen, Protect Yourself and Keep Improving
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I talk with British illustrator and animator Dan Woodger about how he got his work seen, how he learned to protect himself and his art through contracts and agents and how he pushes himself to keep learning and getting better at his craft.By Julia Dufossé
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09: Leon Edler - Trust the Process, Support Others and Persevere
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I talk with conceptual illustrator and cartoonist Leon Edler about what it was like to start in the field of illustration, how he works and how he created Room Fifty, an online business that sells high quality and carefully curated prints from the best in illustration.By Julia Dufossé
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08: Seb Agresti - Pushing Yourself Out of Your Creative Bubble
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I talk with Dutch illustrator, designer and graphic artist Seb Agresti about books, learning from his creative hero, and how he plans to push himself out of his comfort zone creatively next year.By Julia Dufossé
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07: Kati Szilagyi - Embracing Analog Media and Thriving as an Editorial Illustrator
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In this episode of the Illustration Hour, I talk with the Berlin based illustrator and graphic artist Kati Szilagyi about her practice, how she got started in editorial illustration and what she recommends young illustrators do to get noticed.By Julia Dufossé
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06: Brad Woodard - Building a Creative Practice with Multiple Streams of Income
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This episode is all about how visual creatives can leverage their unique talent towards building a sustainable business that doesn't rely just on commission or client work. My guest is Brad Woodard, an illustrator, and designer, co-founder of his own design studio Brave the Woods and a creative who has successfully managed to break free from the un…
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05: Hannah K. Lee - Art Director at the NYT on Work, Art, and Life
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Ever wonder exactly how art directors at big publications like the New York Times work? You're not alone. In this episode of Illustration Hour, I talked with Hannah K. Lee, art director for the Opinion section of the New York Times about her job, the process of editorial art direction and what she looks for when she's seeking illustrators to work w…
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04: Magoz - Solving Problems, Following your Intuition and Writing Effective Emails
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I talked with Spanish conceptual and editorial illustrator Magoz about how he approaches creative and business problems, his advice for illustrators starting out, conceptual illustration and how to build a database of clients.By Julia Dufossé
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03: Cabeza Patata on 3D Illustration, Self Promotion Tips, and Collaboration
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In this episode, I talk with creative duo and 3D illustration masters Cabeza Patata Studio. We had an incredible conversation on a wide range of subjects, from getting started in illustration, to the secrets of successful collaboration, to the one essential platform you need to be on to promote yourself and get clients, and the many gender stereoty…
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02: Greg Gunn on Illustration, Animation, and Tips for Creating
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In this episode of the Illustration Hour, I talk with animator, illustrator and content creator Greg Gunn of Blind Studio and the Futur about the intersections between animation and illustration and how illustrators can teach themselves to animate quickly.By Julia Dufossé
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01: Allison Filice on Discovering Yourself and Becoming an Illustrator
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In this episode of the Illustration Hour, I talk with San Francisco based illustrator and designer Allison Filice about how she built a thriving editorial illustration career in a year and what you can do to succeed in editorial illustration.By Julia Dufossé, Allison FIlice
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