Don’t Be Afraid To Turn the Page with Storyboard Artist Eliana Morin | Episode 11

Cause of Craft: Why We Create

Leaving an old path behind and starting a new one can be intimidating. But the truth is when we turn the page, we’re not starting from zero. We take with us everything we’ve learned so far. This week’s guest Eliana Morin shares her experience with this concept in growing as an artist.

Eliana is a Storyboard Artist and Revisionist working in the animation industry. We discuss finding inspiration in others, choosing art as a career path, how to grow as a creative, and more.

Full Transcript and Sample of Eliana's Artwork

Topics Covered:

Artist for Life

Being Your Own Worst Critic

Reiterating the Same Work to Improve

Van Gough Selling One Painting

The Artist’s Mood Reflecting in Their Work

Convincing Audiences Your Character is Alive

Choosing an Artistic Career Path

Surprises in Pursuing The Dream

Reinventing Yourself

Encouragement from Others

Breaking into the Animation Industry

Getting Inspiration from Others

Always Learning and Growing

Looking Out for One Another

Setting Aside Time Outside of Your Craft

How to Prevent Burnout

Links:

Eliana’s Instagram: @mackymacandcheese

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