- 1 hour 17 minutesHow to Be an Exceptional Artist
Are art skills and business savvy the only keys to illustration success? Jake Parker, Anthony Wheeler, and Lee White discuss the characteristics you need to become an exceptional illustrator (they’re not what you think!).
11 August 2026, 10:00 am - 1 hour 7 minutesRegina Linke: Illustrating Philosophy
Regina Linke didn’t take the traditional illustrator’s path. Join Jake Parker and Sam Cotterill to learn how she developed her Eastern-inspired style, the philosophy behind her work, and how creative practices evolve with the seasons of life.
4 August 2026, 10:00 am - 1 hour 15 minutesCan You Stay Productive During Summer?
Do you feel a shift in the summer? Sam Cotterill, Jake Parker, and Anthony Wheeler explore reframes on productivity and how to nurture your creative spirit during this fun and chaotic time of year.
28 July 2026, 10:00 am - 59 minutes 27 secondsSophie Blackall: Creating Community
Sophie Blackall, illustrator of over 50 children’s books, takes us into the world of Milkwood, her community of illustrators in the Catskills. Join Sam Cotterill and Lee White to discover the importance of connection for artists to stay inspired, get unstuck, and never stop experimenting.
21 July 2026, 10:30 am - 1 hour 40 minutesThree Illustrators Shooting the Breeze
From the right way to make master studies to finding mentors to feeding your creative bank account, Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White cover a little bit of everything in this live-recorded episode.
14 July 2026, 6:00 pm - 1 hour 12 minutesPhilip and Erin Stead: Staying True to the Vision
Husband and wife duo Philip and Erin Stead join Jake Parker and Lee White to share their journey into children’s book illustration, how they’ve stayed true to their voices, and how they make work that resonates with kids.
7 July 2026, 12:00 pm - 58 minutes 20 secondsDynamic Comic Covers with Shawn Crystal
Shawn joins us on this episode to discuss comic covers, how to do them well, and the art and thinking behind a great cover.
30 June 2026, 1:00 pm - 1 hour 18 minutesArt Lessons That Changed Our Trajectory
After thirty years of professional illustrating, what’s the best (and worst) advice our hosts have ever received? Sam Cotterill, Lee White, and Jake Parker share the lessons that shaped the way they create, teach, and work.
23 June 2026, 10:00 am - 1 hour 12 minutesStructure and Spontaneity: An Interview with Victor J. Irizarry
Victor J. Irizarry joins Jake Parker and Lee White to share his journey from growing up in Puerto Rico to moving to the US and becoming an architect, comic artist, improv comedian, and optimistic human.
16 June 2026, 2:00 pm - 1 hour 15 minutesGemma Correll: Using Art to Face Anxiety
Gemma Correll joins Sam Cotterill and Jake Parker to discuss her new graphic novel, Anxietyland, a memoir about her mental health journey. Get cozy for this chat about Gemma’s creative process, daily routines, and how her story has shaped her art.
9 June 2026, 10:00 am - 1 hour 2 minutesThe Power of Focus
Can you reclaim your attention span in the age of distraction? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler share techniques for staying productive, honing mental clarity, and unplugging from the noise of social media.
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