Sarah and Ping are joined by Ema Malyauka, a self taught children's book illustrator, whose Belarusian surname translates to ‘drawing’. Ema discusses her creative process, sharing invaluable advice for young artists, and her journey as a self taught artist from knowing nothing about the industry to becoming a successful illustrator
KEY TAKEAWAYS
BEST MOMENTS
“It’s a great time for the illustration world because of the increase of mobile phones and tablets, everything has to be more visually pleasing.”
“I always recommend young artists to try a project with a friend. You’ll be more relaxed, not afraid to make mistakes and get an understanding of the process.”
“Find people in the illustration world online. They are lovely people and will be happy to help and advise you.”
“Don’t compare your journey to others. Your journey is what makes you unique as an illustrator.”
EPISODE RESOURCES
Ema Malyauka
www.instagram.com/ema_malyauka
Adolf Born
https://historiek.net/de-wondere-wereld-van-adolf-born/146693/
Jiří Šalamoun
https://www.pametnaroda.cz/en/salamoun-jiri-1935
André François
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/André_François
Varya Yakovleva
https://www.instagram.com/varya__yakovleva/following/?hl=en
ABOUT THE PODCAST
A serious and fun podcast for female creatives hosted by Ping, Dorien and Sarah, three happy artists from Amsterdam. This podcast will inspire you to make a living out of your art. We welcome you to be part of this community of like-minded people.
ABOUT THE HOSTS
Ping He
Ping is a watercolor artist. Her work is inspired by nature and her motherhood experience. She develops her greeting cards brand and teaches Botanical Illustration courses online and offline.
info@pinghe.art
Sarah van Dongen
Sarah is a children’s book illustrator and visual artist. She takes her sketchbooks and art supplies everywhere, which results in illustrations based on observation and daily life.
sarahvandongenillustration@gmail.com
www.instagram.com/sarahvandongenillustrations
Dorien Bellaar
Dorien is an illustration artist. Her work is mainly focused on illustration for chil
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