Pssst, this episode was originally published in 2023 and we’re sharing it again as part of our Good Ship Summer Camp series. It’s one of five episodes to help you fly your freak flag this summer. If you’d like to join in properly, there’s a free workbook an' everything!

You can download the workbook here: https://www.thegoodshipillustration.com/workbook 

Riiiight, pack up your art supplies. It’s the final week of our pretend Good Ship Summer Camp. 

This week's topic is panic. Mmmmm. Our favourite. (How to stop doing it.) 

In this episode:

• Why “no panicking” is our golden rule here at the Good Ship Illustration
• Part-time jobs, anti-desperation energy, and creative freedom
• Cat metaphors, war artist fantasies, and business meetings 🐈‍⬛
• Why shouting at yourself doesn’t work 
• Cheesy notes vs reverse psychology for calming down
• Creativity and nervous systems (and when to just lie on the floor)
• Finding your pace, your people, and your process

Want to join in?
Download the free Summer Camp workbook here

Timestamps:
0:00 – Welcome to week 5: no panicking allowed
1:18 – You can’t force creative growth (sorry)
3:01 – Part-time jobs = creative freedom
4:08 – Don’t fill your portfolio with jobs you don’t want more of
5:05 – Recap of all 5 creative steps
5:44 – Why being kind to yourself actually works
6:06 – Walks, breaks, and giving your brain a breather
7:13 – Live deadlines vs long deadlines
8:03 – Katie's war artist career plan (sort of)
8:31 – Action step: write a cheesy note or one to rebel against
9:18 – Course doors closing soon – but no pressure
9:41 – Byeeeee from Summer Camp!

Links mentioned:
📖 Download the free Summer Camp workbook
📚 Find Your Creative Voice – Fly Your Freak Flag course
🎧 Watch an Art Club on Instagram
📺 Watch Art Clubs on YouTube

Byeeee for now!
 x The Good Ship Illustration (Helen, Katie & Tania) 🚢

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