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What would you tell young illustrators trying to break into the business?
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There's a lot to be said here, but hopefully school and/or life experience has provided the basics. On top of that, an illustrator needs to be passionate about what they do. One needs to remain focused on the evolution of their craft and persistent in pursuit of work. This can be hard to do on your own. For me, surrounding myself with other illustrators has been of invaluable support. This has provided a group of like minded folks to discuss pragmatic issues, or to talk with when things are tough.
Other than that, make sure your mark is ready for prime time. Be aware of the history and current state of illustration. The idea is to find a mark that is relevant, while also being uniquely yours. This last point should be underscored, as it is sadly sometimes the case that young illustrators borrow too broadly from their influences.
There's so much more. Hopefully, if you can tap into a few folks that are starting their careers at the same time, you can learn the rest together.
Good luck!
Gina Triplett (more answers by this person)
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