Time is running out to register for the Creative Freelancer Conference June 5-6 in Denver. If you make some or all of your living freelancing, this conference is a must! I've attended the previous two years and I can tell you, you are doing yourself a disservice if you miss it. Even though I've been freelancing for 13 years I've...
As a freelancer I spend long hours working in the quiet solitude of my studio. I'm always looking for something new and interesting to listen to in the background while I draw. My iTunes library gets a lot of heavy usage, as does my radio, podcasts, and audiobooks. Recently I discovered a new resource to add to my list: The Archive...
Today (April 15) is the last day to get the early-bird discount on the Creative Freelancer Conference. Plus, if you take part in their Twitter promotion you'll save an additional $25 off the registration price (even after today's deadline, I believe). Details here. Full disclosure: If you enter my Twitter name ("cedrichohnstadt") when you register I'll be in the running to...
The Christmas shopping season is in full swing. If you are an artist, or you are shopping for someone who is, I invite you to take a look at the "Recommended Resources" list I've compiled on Amazon.com. It's a few of the very best books, DVDs, and other resources I've found on topics such as art, illustration, animation, character design,...
Recently my friend and fellow illustrator Tom Richmond posted a very thoughtful article about this question on his blog. Tom specializes in caricature illustration and made a good case for having one unique look or style in your work that art directors can always count on. I have a lot of respect for Tom and he makes some very valid...
So, you've read my recap of the 2009 Creative Freelancer Conference and now you're bummed that you missed out? Don't worry, I'm here to help! The Free Stuff The conference organizers have posted a ton of free downloads and resources over at their website. Check it out! The Not-So-Free Stuff In a few weeks the audio from the conference seminars will be available for...
