The Self-taught Illustrator: Recent Episodes
@Nataszko
A podcast proving you don't need a fancy Art degree to be a successful, and thriving illustrator. Natasha Polozenko AKA @Nataszko provides tips, tricks, and intel into creating an illustration practice you love. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nataszko/support
In this episode we go into a deep dive into the different tools available to us as illustrators, and which ones we should be using in our own practices!
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Register here for Adobe MAX 2023
Check out my in-person session!
Illustrator Bootcamp Waitlist
The Creative Act by Rick Rubin
Listener of the Week @BexCreations
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In episode 25 of the Self-taught Illustrator Podcast, we talk about getting prepared and setting goals for 2023!
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In episode 24 of the Self-taught Illustrator Podcast, I talk through various strategies to find motivation and keep motivated throughout your illustration career.
Personal Style Masterclass:https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/ISA-Webinar-Signup
SOCIALS:
Website: https://nataszko.com
IG: https://instagram.com/nataszko
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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE3ka-r13giiDtct-3jcL6w
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nataszko/
Student Spotlight:
Glen DeGuzman AKA @_sun_dragon_tattoo_:
https://www.instagram.com/_sun_dragon_tattoo_/?hl=en
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In this episode, I break down the biggest pitfalls that I see illustrators encounter at various stages in their illustration journeys.
My AdobeMax Session:https://www.adobe.com/max/2022/sessions/na-become-a-selftaught-illustrator-design-concept-s309.html
Personal Style Masterclass:https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/ISA-Webinar-Signup
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Website: https://nataszko.com
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In this episode, I break down the limiting beliefs around age, and how old is too old when it comes to creating a career in illustration.
**My Adobe Live Sessions:
Day 1: https://www.behance.net/live/videos/15191/Vector-Character-Art-with-Natasha-Polozenko-1-of-2 Day 2:** https://www.behance.net/live/videos/15195/Vector-Character-Art-with-Natasha-Polozenko-2-of-2
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Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nataszko/
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In this episode, I walk through the various motivators that lead people to buy art and illustrations, to help you strategically approach the way that you sell.
Survey referenced:
https://www.statista.com/statistics/887848/top-motivations-for-art-buyers-when-buying-art/
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Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nataszko/
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In this episode, we go through the steps that you need to take if you want to start doing freelance illustration work.
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In this episode, we dive into the topic of Imposter Syndrome in the art and illustration world.
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In this episode, I talk about the differences as well as the pros and cons that exist for both the Professional Illustrator and the Artist Illustrator
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In this episode, I go through the exact planning and goal-setting tactics that I have been using over the past few years to help me reach my creative business goals!
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In this episode I deep-dive into the crypto world, exploring what NFTs are, and how we as illustrators can create and sell them. Drawing from my own experience and knowledge I walk through all the platforms and services that I use when it comes to minting and selling my Illustrations as NFTs.
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Project File Downloads: https://nataszko.com/grainy-shading-tutorial#project-file-download.0
Buy my Grainy Brush: https://nataszko.com/grainy-shading-tutorial#get-my-brush.0
Coinbase Sign-Up: https://www.coinbase.com/join/poloze_i
Makersplace Application Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewnu8ch_KjAbKPnA5OjQSP4a3k7ihpCmhtthmFgfGK4dUStg/viewform
MY NFT PLATFORM PROFILES:
Makersplace: https://makersplace.com/natashapolozenko/
OpenSea: https://opensea.io/nataszko
SolSea: https://solsea.io/nft/7gBTZJyKfKUGw5ckngUPkm7KSvAWZksc3AYF88f5pB7o
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One of the biggest hurdles for self-taught illustrators
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https://www.instagram.com/nataszko/
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https://www.tiktok.com/@nataszko
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Should Illustrators have a TikTok? In this episode, we dig into the benefits of TikTok for your creative practice.
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ILLUSTRATION STYLE ACADEMY COURSE:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/illustration-style-academy
FREE MASTERCLASS:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/ISA-Webinar-Signup
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/nataszko/
TIKTOK:
https://www.tiktok.com/@nataszko
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https://nataszko.com/
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nataszko/support
Addressing a question that a lot of self-taught illustrators have when they are first starting out "Do I have what it takes to make it as an illustrator?"
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https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/illustration-style-academy
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https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/ISA-Webinar-Signup
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/nataszko/
TIKTOK:
https://www.tiktok.com/@nataszko
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Chatting all things color, do you need a color palette? and how do you find the right one for you?
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ILLUSTRATION STYLE ACADEMY COURSE:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/illustration-style-academy
FREE MASTERCLASS:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/ISA-Webinar-Signup
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TIKTOK:
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How to decide which platforms you should be using to establish and grow your illustration practice.
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ILLUSTRATION STYLE ACADEMY COURSE:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/illustration-style-academy
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Let's talk all things mediums and how to know which one is right for you!
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ILLUSTRATION STYLE ACADEMY COURSE:
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https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/ISA-Webinar-Signup
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TIKTOK:
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https://nataszko.com/
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In this episode I dispel a huge myth that is keeping a lot of illustrators and creatives stuck.
COACHING APPLICATION:
https://natasha293360.typeform.com/to/m0P0Hhgi
ILLUSTRATION STYLE ACADEMY COURSE:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/illustration-style-academy
FREE MASTERCLASS:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/ISA-Webinar-Signup
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/nataszko/
TIKTOK:
https://www.tiktok.com/@nataszko
WEBSITE:
https://nataszko.com/
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nataszko/support
In this episode I dispel a huge myth that is keeping a lot of illustrators and creatives stuck.
FREE MASTERCLASS:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/ISA-Webinar-Signup
ILLUSTRATION STYLE ACADEMY COURSE:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/illustration-style-academy
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/nataszko/
TIKTOK:
https://www.tiktok.com/@nataszko
WEBSITE:
https://nataszko.com/
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nataszko/support
In this episode I dispel a huge myth that is keeping a lot of illustrators and creatives stuck.
FREE MASTERCLASS:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/ISA-Webinar-Signup
ILLUSTRATION STYLE ACADEMY COURSE:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/illustration-style-academy
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/nataszko/
TIKTOK:
https://www.tiktok.com/@nataszko
WEBSITE:
https://nataszko.com/
Sponsorships: off for this episode
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In this episode I go through a few different ways that illustrators can make a little extra income from their art.
FREE MASTERCLASS:
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ILLUSTRATION STYLE ACADEMY COURSE:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/illustration-style-academy
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/nataszko/
TIKTOK:
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The low-down on commissions! I talk about my experience with them, and how I decide whether or not to take them on.
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ILLUSTRATION STYLE ACADEMY COURSE:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/illustration-style-academy
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https://www.instagram.com/nataszko/
TIKTOK:
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In this episode we talk about my favorite topic- Personal Illustration Style- I introduce my own formula for finding your style, and I tell you about my FREE masterclass that i'm offering, as well as my signature course "Illustration Style Academy".
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https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/illustration-style-academy
IG:
https://www.instagram.com/nataszko/
TIKTOK:
https://www.tiktok.com/@nataszko
WEBSITE:
https://nataszko.com/
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nataszko/support
In this episode we look at balancing a full time job with your illustration practice, and how to go about it in the right way!
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https://www.instagram.com/nataszko/
TIKTOK:
https://www.tiktok.com/@nataszko
WEBSITE:
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ILLUSTRATION STYLE ACADEMY COURSE:
https://nataszko.mykajabi.com/illustration-style-academy
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nataszko/support
In this episode we look at big picture goal-setting, and how we can strategically and tactically approach leveling up in 2021 regardless of how far along you are in your illustration journey.
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Your host Natasha Polozenko AKA @Nataszko introduces The Self-taught Illustrator Podcast, getting you riled up for all the great illustration gems coming your way!
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