🎨 5 Mistakes Illustrators Make (and How to Build a Career That Lasts)

Vanessa Stoilova's story is one every illustrator needs to hear. From mobile games to children's books and surface design, she's built a thriving creative business by learning what works—and what doesn't. In this episode, Vanessa reveals the five biggest mistakes artists make when trying to get hired and how to replace them with habits that lead to steady, exciting work.

💡 You'll Learn:

• Why specializing is more powerful than trying to do it all

• How to build a follow-up system that opens real opportunities

• Ways to align your art with what the market actually wants

🎧 Whether you're just starting out or ready to level up, this episode will help you build a sustainable illustration career without burnout or guesswork.

🔗 Resources

Full Show Notes: schulmanart.com/374

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