3 Point Perspective: The Illustration Podcast
Professional illustrators talking about illustration, how to do it, how to make a living at it, and how to make an impact in the world with your art. Hosts: Lee White, Jake Parker, Samantha Cotterill, and Anthony Wheeler.
Structure 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.
Gemma 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.
The 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.
What is Illustration? An Interview with D. B. Dowd
Is there more to illustration than storytelling with pictures? D.B. Dowd joins Sam Cotterill and Jake Parker to discuss the influence of illustration on society, taking ownership of your work, and the history of the field.
Is This a Scam?
Is that enticing offer legit? In this live episode, Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler talk about identifying scams, plus updates on their current projects, and a fun family announcement from the Parkers.
Honor the Craft: An Interview with Alan Barillaro
Are you living up to your creative potential? Award-winning director, animator, illustrator, and storyteller extraordinaire Alan Barillaro joins Jake Parker and Anthony Wheeler to discuss striving for excellence, respect for your craft, and the importance of choosing risk.
Leaving the Comfort Zone and Reinventing Yourself with LeUyen Pham
Want to reinvent yourself? LeUyen Pham joins Jake Parker and Sam Cotterill to share her journey of continuous evolution and artistic expansion, and how you can effectively transform your life and art, too.
When to Pivot
Are you looking for a fresh start? Lee White, Jake Parker, and Sam Cotterill teach how to know when it’s time to change gears, how to rediscover your purpose, and subtle shifts that keep you growing and engaged throughout your career.
The Infinite Feedback Loop
Is feedback helping or hurting you? Sam Cotterill, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler share the most effective approaches for receiving and applying critiques.
Let’s Talk About Studio Setups
Ever wonder how your favorite illustrators design their workspaces? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White take you into their studios, past, present, and future. Plus, discover the accessories they can’t live without!
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How Can I Compete?
Can you hold your own against all the other illustrators in the world? In this minisode, Jake Parker and Anthony Wheeler reframe how you think about success and competition.
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What Books Actually Sell?
Should you let trends drive your creativity? How concerned should you be about saturated markets? Sam Cotterill, Lee White, and Jake Parker discuss the state of the publishing industry and how to navigate it successfully in 2026.
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Cracking the Creativity Code
Want the key to original storytelling that resonates with audiences? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White teach the principles of making meaningful art (even if you’re short on new ideas).
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Art Is the Easy Part: Why You Struggle with Business
Ever wondered if your business idea is viable? If there’s a market for your product? If you can succeed in this chaotic climate? Dusty Droz of Dux Somnium Games joins Jake Parker and Samantha Cotterill to share how you can create a thriving business from the most niche ideas in 2026 and beyond.
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You Need to Get out of the House
Why does fostering community matter? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White share the benefits of a solid creative network (with a bonus discussion about what makes a best-seller!).
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Raissa Figueroa: Turning Serendipity into a Prolific Career
Award-winning illustrator Raissa Figeuroa joins Sam Cotterill and Lee White to share her path from making art part-time to becoming the illustrator of over 25 books in 5 years.
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Are You a Puddle-Jumper or a Train-Tracker?
Should you choose a niche and settle in, or follow the winds of inspiration? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White teach how to pick the path that aligns with your values in this live-recorded Q&A.
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Mind-Shifting Marketing Ideas for Your Art Business
Are you marketing your art all wrong? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler discuss how to turn followers into customers (without cheap gimmicks).
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Best of: Productivity
This episode highlights our top moments discussing productivity for illustrators. Tune in for advice about designing your daily routine, deep work, accountability, and more.
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We Went to SCBWI: Here’s How it Went
Back from the SCBWI conference in New York, Sam Cotterill and Lee White recap the trip, from funny stories to biggest takeaways (plus tips on how to make the most of conferences like these).
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Claudia Rueda: Entering the Child’s World
Jake Parker and Samantha Cotterill interview Claudia Rueda, a Colombian author and illustrator whose Smushkin characters connect with young readers in unexpected ways. Learn about Claudia’s path to illustration, the role of luck in an illustrator’s journey, how to appreciate the small child’s world, and more.
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The One Where Lee’s Friends Thought He Died
Jake, Sam, and Lee discuss Lee’s untimely death, Jake’s rules for 2026, and how to find work when you’re in between jobs. Reflect, laugh, and gain inspiration for the new year with us.
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Creative Seasons
Want to avoid burnout, increase productivity, and have more fun in 2026? Jake Parker shares how seasonal living feeds the soul and how you can implement it into your creative practice.
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Too Many Ideas, Not Enough Time
Overwhelmed with ideas? Join Jake Parker, Samantha Cotterill, and Lee White to learn how to evaluate potential projects and make the best selection. Plus, get an insider preview at the projects our pros are working on in 2026.
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Can Artists Use AI Productively?
Can you build an art career without social media? How helpful is AI, actually? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler discuss why human connections still outweigh algorithms and how you can use them to your advantage.
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The Best Picture Books of 2025
Are celebrities worthy authors for our children? Is there still a place for highly detailed illustrations? Anthony Wheeler, Lee White, and Jake Parker discuss recent trends in indie kidlit, the evolution of the illustration industry, and more in this episode.
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Can Chronic Illness Kill Your Art Career?
Can you succeed in illustration with a chronic illness? Samantha Cotterill shares her experience as an artist with rheumatoid arthritis with Jake Parker and Lee White. Discover how to rest without guilt and pace yourself for a long, vibrant career.
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Why You Should Meet Your Heroes
Why is in-person connection so important? Jake Parker and Lee White discuss the value of learning from and uplifting other artists in real life as Jake reflects on his takeaways from New York Comic Con.
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The Top Five Questions Artists Ask Pros
What’s the best schedule for illustrators? How do you choose your materials? What keeps you motivated? Anthony Wheeler, Samantha Cotterill, and Lee White tackle their most commonly asked questions and pepper in time-tested advice.
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Destination: Inspiration
What do travel, recording technology, and illustration have in common? Lee White, Samantha Cotterill, and Anthony Wheeler explore how new (and sometimes uncomfortable) experiences expand your skills and feed your creative bank account.
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How Much I Made at NYCC
Jake Parker is back from tabling at New York Comic Con; was it worth it? Crunch the numbers, hear the stories, and learn more about the experience alongside Samantha Cotterill and Anthony Wheeler.
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How to Make Your Portfolio So Good It Can't Be Ignored
Our best portfolio tips, all in one place! Tune in to hear Jake Parker, Lee White, and multiple guests share how to build a portfolio that stands out and lands the jobs you want.
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Do What Scares You
Jake Parker, Anthony Wheeler, and Lee White update us on their latest projects, wins and losses, and the lessons they’re learning. Tune in for some illustrator’s insider baseball.
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We Talk to a Caldecott Winner
Caldecott medalist Jason Chin joins Jake Parker and Lee White to discuss life as an award-winning illustrator, the mentorship that shaped his journey, and his dedication to making art that matters to kids and himself.
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6 Things Pros Embrace That Amateurs Fear
Are your amateur habits blocking your progress? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White divulge the secrets professional illustrators know that will advance your career to the next level.
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The 6 Business Skills Every Artist Needs (That Art School Never Taught)
Are your business chops lacking? Jake Parker, Anthony Wheeler, and Lee White teach how to market your work, communicate with clients, unravel contracts, and more to create a sustainable career. Tune in to take your business from good to great.
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The Hidden Mistakes Killing Your Illustration Progress
Are you unknowingly exposing yourself as an amateur? Learn the most common mistakes new illustrators make and how to create more professional results with Lee White, Sam Cotterill, and Jake Parker!
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Illustrators React to Google's Storybook AI
Join Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler for a discussion about Google’s AI storybook app, a recently rediscovered N.C. Wyeth mural, and a children’s book that can detect color blindness.
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Reinvent Your Art in Four Months
What would your art (and your life) look like if you reinvented yourself by the New Year? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White share habits to start today so you can hit the ground running in 2026.
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Rediscovering the Joy of Creating
Have you lost the fun of making art? Lee White, Sam Cotterill, and Anthony Wheeler share how to rediscover the delight of creating through play. You’ll learn how limitations give you freedom, how letting loose might be the antidote to your burnout, and much more.
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