Helpful Links for Illustrators

THE GAP by Ira Glass from frohlocke on Vimeo.

• One Fantastic Week Interview with Zoe Robinson. In this video interview, the art director at Fantasy Flight games shares some brutally honest advice on topics such as "how do I know when I'm ready?"
• Letter to an Aspiring Comic Book Artist by Chris Koelle. Another brutally honest post explaining the blood, sweat and tears that went into the making of a graphic novel.
• Low Pay, No Way by Daarken. Advice on pricing by breaking down the true cost of working as a freelancer.
• The Cost of a Good Book by Brian McClellen. How much money does it cost to get a book edited, designed and printed? More than you think. Interesting discussion about the merits of self-publishing vs. traditional in the comments.
• Interview with Martha Rago, Creative Director at HarperCollins. Martha explains the role of an art director, how she chooses illustrators, and the biggest mistake she sees in portfolios.
• Struggling With an Injury by Loish. Popular artist shares her personal story on the costs of pursuing your art to the point of physical breakdown.