logo
episode-header-image
Sep 2024
1h 6m

Am I Too Old for Illustration?

SVSlearn.com
About this episode

Is ageism a problem in the illustration business? Jake Parker, Will Terry, and Lee White discuss how to stay relevant as older illustrators. 

3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!

Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.

Up next
Sep 29
Nobody Wants to Publish My Book—Now What?
Facing rejection? Sam Cotterill and Jake Parker teach when to dump a project, when to persist, and how to take a no (without taking it personally). 
1h 2m
Sep 22
Embracing “Good Enough” with Doogie Horner
Doogie Horner returns to the podcast to talk about his latest book, life as a multi-passionate creative, and his “good enough” philosophy. Join Jake Parker and Anthony Wheeler for this insightful conversation. 
1h 21m
Sep 15
Illustrator KPIs
How do you know if you’re succeeding as an illustrator? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White discuss key performance indicators to determine if you’re growing or stagnating. 
1h 14m
Recommended Episodes
Oct 2025
Too young, too old, or just right? Age, money & imposter syndrome
<p>Do you ever feel like you’re the wrong age for success?</p> <p>Too young to be credible… or too old to stay relevant?</p> <p>In this week’s Chill &amp; Prosper Q&amp;A episode, I’m tackling those fears (and more)</p> 
41m 11s
Sep 2015
Are you too young (or too old) to be a copywriter?
Is there a good age to become a copywriter? Is it better to start when you’re young and enthusiastic, or when you’re older, wiser and totally exhausted by life! In this week’s podcast we’ll talk about copywriters of all ages, from those straight out of school to those heading int ... Show More
28m 7s
May 2025
Ask An Artist - Finding the Balance
<p>In this episode, Tom and Peter discuss the somewhat illusive work-life balance; whether it is achievable as a self-employed Artist, how they manage it in their own situations and some tips which might help you to find your own.</p><p>In the first half of the episode they share ... Show More
53m 27s
Mar 2024
Skye Kelly-Barrett
Giuseppe Castellano talks to Skye Kelly-Barrett, Founder & Agent at Roar, about the psychology of parting ways with an illustrator; what “visual voice” is and isn’t; how illustration (and illustration work) is everywhere; and more.To learn more about Skye and Roar, visit roararti ... Show More
53m 41s
Jun 2024
How to convince others you’re still relevant (hint: start with yourself) with Julie Freeman
Experience is not always seen as an asset in a world that equates innovation and youth, particularly in fast-moving industries like tech and art. How do you convince others that your work still matters…now more than ever? This week, Anne and Frances help digital artist and TED Fe ... Show More
35m 28s
Dec 2024
Lisa Maltby
Giuseppe Castellano talks to illustrator and designer, Lisa Maltby, about why freelance creatives should know the difference between constant and consistent; how illustrators, designers, and other creatives, can negotiate fees with clients; why the only artist, the only person, y ... Show More
52m 45s
Apr 2025
499 - Which of These 3 Pitfalls is Stopping You and How to Overcome
Discuss this episode, share creative wins and obstacles at our next monthly meetup! Join this month’s Creative Pep Rally by supporting the show on Substack or Patreon: andyjpizza.substack.com https://www.patreon.com/c/creativepeptalk On this Ask Dr. Pizza episode we hear from 3 a ... Show More
42m 35s
Nov 2024
Peter Brown
Giuseppe Castellano talks to #1 New York Times best-selling illustrator and author, Peter Brown, about what it’s like getting “The Caldecott Call”; how an illustrator can struggle with knowing if their illustration is good and done; why Roz from The Wild Robot is more than a wild ... Show More
53m 44s
Jul 2022
Antoinette Portis
Giuseppe Castellano talks to best-selling illustrator and author, Antoinette Portis, about how creative expression can help one navigate life’s hardest challenges; what Maurice Sendak meant when he told her that illustrators need to be “secret agents”; where we can find the ideas ... Show More
48m 26s
Oct 2024
48. Is Growth Always the Goal?
Anxious artists Bea and Molly ask the question; Is growth always the goal? WThey discuss what really is growth and success, and at what point is your goal maintaining a business rather than growing it? This month's anxiety scale is very meaty...Purchase Our Enamel Pin BadgeSend y ... Show More
48m 15s
Listen to millions of songs and podcasts on Anghami