Draws in Spanish | Conversations with Latinx Visual Artists and Designers

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[SEASON 2 FINALE] In this mini episode, I'm excited to share with you the concept of "niche-ing down" as an artist. Have you ever struggled to find your focus as a creative? Do you feel like you're trying to appeal to everyone and ending up pleasing no one? Then this episode is for you! I'll be exploring the benefits and drawbacks of niche-ing down, and sharing tips on how to find your own niche as an artist. Plus, I'll introduce an alternative concept that will inspire you to "be your own niche". So grab a notebook, hit play, and let's find you a niche — or three!

In this episode, I'm talking to Egyptian and Cuban American street artist Symone Salib. Symone is a Philadelphia-based artist that I connected with here, and i'm so thrilled to bring this conversation to you all.

Through acrylic paint and illustration, Symone works to highlight the lives of people, with an emphasis on Black Indigenous People of Color across Philadelphia since 2017. She focuses on vibrantly sharing the stories of people in hopes we can connect and resonate with humans who are different from ourselves. She strives to spread joy and create a space where people are not only seen but heard. Keep listening to discover how she unexpectedly became an artist, her debut street art creation, and her mural preparation process.

On today's Minisode, I'm talking about collaboration - something that's super important but overlooked by artists! I've collaborated with a lot of artists through the podcast, and I wanted to share my four stages of collaboration with you all. First up, we have outreach - make sure you're genuine friends with the person you want to work with, or at least interact with them like a real friend would. Next, ideation - come up with an idea that's fun and fair for both sides, and make sure it aligns with both of your values. Then, collaborating - make sure the workload is equal and set a timeline that works for both of you. Finally, publishing and promoting - promote the project together and always give credit where it's due. I hope this episode inspires you to collaborate with your art pals, and if you have any questions about collaborations then please call or text me at 305-985-3729 with your follow-up questions and I'll answer them in the next episode.

In this episode, i'm talking with Venezuelan illustrator Andrea Caceres. Andrea is both an illustrator and Art Director based in New York City. She's illustrated children's books, comics, and textile designs for brands like Microsoft, Snapchat, and JCrew. She got her start sharing dog illustrations on her instagram with her "a dog a day keeps the stress away" series. This year she's also releasing her debut picture book MY DOG JUST SPEAKS SPANISH which is now available for pre-order and releasing on May 9, 2023.

Keep on listening to hear her share why she went to school for civil engineering, how she moved to the U.S. as a student, and how she landed her first agent for her first ever picture book.

This is super special episode bc it's the first crossover episode i've ever done! Today i have on the show Raul Pardo and Ivan Mayorquin tuning in from Ciudad de Mexico and i'm super excited to share this conversation with you. In case you're not familiar, Raul & Ivan host a podcast called Grupo de Autoayuda de Dibujo which is available on YouTube and Spotify and everywhere else you get podcasts! I love their show bc it's a self-help podcast where they chat about different creative topics that plague artists. In their episodes, They cover topics such as keeping a creative routine, how to have effective client meetings, tips for getting comissions, and so much more. Keep on listening to hear Raul and Ivan share how they got their start with illustration, how they feel about the word Latine, and how they collaborate!

In this episode, I answer your calls about why I make the show, what i've learned about myself, and a few tips for diversifying your revenue streams as an artist! If you want to have your questions answered next — call or text (305) 985-3729.

In this episode, I'm speaking with Puerto Rican brand designer, lettering artist, and illustrator Carlos Oliveras Colom. Carlos is a queer artist that was born on the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico and brings to life letters and illustrations that are fuller than life. His expressive style is meant to be seen, but also felt. His work is rooted in equality, and the desire to represent for the underdogs while also exploring his passion for colors and shapes across different mediums.

Keep on listening to hear us talk about why he chose to leave the island, if art school is worth it after all, and how his personal projects fueled his freelance career!

In this episode, I'm talking to Mexican paper artist Andrea Cira based in Kansas City. Andrea designs and cuts together vibrant and intricate compositions that are infused with her Mexican culture. She's currently working an a paper cut project where she redesigns the Loteria images with her papercut creations. She's worked with brands like Starbucks and United Way, so she definitely has experience bringing her paper cut creations to both personal and commercial projects.

Keep on listening to hear us talk about how she landed in Kansas City, how she juggles her full time job with her freelance career, and her process for filming engaging TikToks & Reels to grow her channels.

In this episode, I'm chatting with self-proclaimed "part-time" Mexican-American artist Marlene Vega! Marlene actually has a master's degree in physics, but found her way back into art after graduation. She started off painting watercolor pieces just three years ago as a hobby and now has an amazing online shop and over 95,000 Instagram followers. She shares her artistic career online while having a day job, and she's the perfect inspiration for anyone who is just starting out or feeling a little stuck in their career right now.

Keep on listening to hear us talk about why she decided not to go to art school, how she got comfortable making video content as an introvert, and how she deals with the feeling of being "behind."