
3 Point Perspective: The Illustration Podcast
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Honor the Craft: An Interview with Alan Barillaro
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When to Pivot
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Ep 303How 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. 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.

Ep 302What 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. 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.

Ep 301Cracking 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). 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.

Ep 300Art 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. 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.

Ep 299You 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!). 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.

Ep 298Raissa 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. 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.

Ep 297Are 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. 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.

Ep 296Mind-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). 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.

Ep 295We 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). 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.

Ep 294Claudia 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. 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.

Ep 293The 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. 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.

Ep 292Creative 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. 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.

Ep 291Too 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. 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.

Ep 290Can 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. 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.

Ep 289The 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. 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.

Ep 288Can 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. 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.

Ep 287Why 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. 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.

Ep 286The 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. 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.

Ep 285Destination: 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. 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.

Ep 284How 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. 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.

Ep 283How 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. 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.

Ep 282Do 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. 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.

Ep 281We 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. 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.

Ep 2806 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. 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.

Ep 279The 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. 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.

Ep 278The 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! 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.

Ep 277Illustrators 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. 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.

Ep 276Reinvent 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. 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.

Ep 275Rediscovering 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. 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.

Ep 274Illustrators: Allow Yourself to Play!
It’s time for an update! Samantha Cotterill, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler share what they’re working on and the lessons they’re learning in the process. Tune in to discover how to listen to your creative voice and maintain play in your illustration practice. 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.

Ep 273Make Art for Your Audience, Not for Approval
Trying to impress the wrong crowd? Samantha Cotterill, Jake Parker, and Lee White discuss the temptation to create for your peers and how to return to your authentic expression. 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.

Ep 272Illustrators: Don’t Sleep on Branding!
Is your website looking dusty? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White discuss the proper care and feeding of your portfolio site. 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.

Ep 271Help! I Have Too Many Ideas!
So many ideas, so little time! How do you decide which project to take to the finish line? Jake Parker, Anthony Wheeler, and Lee White teach how to prioritize your time and make the most meaningful selection. 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.

Ep 270Best of 3PP: Am I Ready?
Want to join the professional league? Learn what it takes to become a career artist or illustrator in this compilation episode, containing some of our best advice to creatives in your shoes. 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.

Ep 269How to Succeed at Art Fairs (and Who Should Avoid Them)
Ever strolled through an art festival and thought, “I could do this”? Lee White, David Hohn, and Jake Parker share what it takes to sell at live events and how to maximize the experience. 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.

Ep 268Bad Art Advice
What’s the most common bad advice given to artists? Jake Parker, Samantha Cotterill, and Anthony Wheeler debunk commonly accepted but poor counsel. Expect to learn alternative ways to approach your art career. 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.

Ep 267Why Most Artists Stay Broke (and How to Escape It)
Feel like a starving artist? Lee White, Jake Parker, and Anthony Wheeler teach how to not only earn money but prosper. Tune in for budget and tax strategies, ways to save, and resources to keep, grow, and enjoy more of your well-earned cash. 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.

Ep 266Why You Need a Mentor and How to Get One
If you’ve always wondered how to find a mentor (or become one), this is your episode. Jake Parker, Lee White, and David Hohn share about their greatest mentors, how to cultivate a creative community, and how a life of service makes all of your goals possible. 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.

Ep 265The Hidden Cost of Being Too Precious with Your Art
How can I learn to let go of bad art? Why isn’t my style selling? Does drawing ever get easier? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White discuss these topics and more. 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.

Ep 264Getting Ahead Despite AI
As AI takes more entry-level jobs, will new illustrators find enough work to survive? Jake Parker, Lee White, and David Hohn teach the ethical (and practical) path to a thriving art career. 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.

Ep 263All About Online Shops
Is it possible to run an online shop without burning out? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler teach how to make your shop work for you (rather than becoming a slave to it). 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.

Ep 262What is a Starred Review and Why Does It Matter?
How important are starred reviews to the life of your children’s book? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Samantha Cotterill explain what they are and whether or not you need them to succeed. 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.

Ep 261Saying Goodbye to Will Terry
It’s the end of an era: Will Terry is retiring from SVSLearn. Join Jake Parker and Lee White to learn what he’s been working on and the lessons he’s learned along the way. 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.

Ep 260Do You Find Your Art Style, or Does It Find You?
Is your artistic voice discovered or created? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler share how to unlock a style that feels uniquely you.Sign up for Lee White’s watercolor workshop in Spain 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.

Ep 259My Coworker Used AI Art in Her Children’s Book
Is AI driving illustrators to extinction? Jake Parker, David Hohn, and Samantha Cotterill explore the nuances of launching your art career amid modern technology. 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.