Illustration Insights

Crazy Animal Face

We're the NASA of creative thought leadership in business growth. We publish written, audio, and video content designed to inspire and empower those who want to grow a business they own or are part of. And here on Soundcloud, you'll find podcasts packed with insights from thought leaders talking about creative approaches to business growth, and also original music production and compilations from members of the CAF community to soundtrack your business growth work, whether that's because you need to focus, get fired up, or chill out. We've got you. Why do this? Good creative problem solving brings connection, connection between a business and its customers brings growth, growth brings happiness. And a happier environment for us all sounds good, doesn't it? So, Get Your Smile On. Producers and vocalists releasing their work through us include: 🎛️ YUDDH 🕹️Music For The Deaf(M.F.T.D) 🍉 Crazy Animal Face Sound System — Podcast Series: 🎤 CAF Unpacked Lunch 🎤 (Title TBC) New Music (Dance) 🎤 (Title TBC) New Music (Relax) — As a platform run by creative thought leaders for those looking to solve a business problem and achieve growth, we are always looking first new inspiration and insights. Email us if you have a submission for a thought leader who is solving business problems creatively, or have idea for our audio creator roster: Hello@crazyanimalface.co.uk

Episodes

  1. EP.8 - Mutant Hands (Block Party Special Edition)

    02/15/2019

    EP.8 - Mutant Hands (Block Party Special Edition)

    The Mutant Hands Illustration Insights Podcast is an ideal listen if you are starting out in the creative industry, thinking about freelancing or already up and running in the freelance world. The podcast is taken from the recently recorded Illustration Block Party event (www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/crazy-animal…ce-15335759085) Mutant Hands are a husband and wife creative team who combine their illustration and animation skills. Made up of illustrator Jing Zhang & animator James Wignall, Mutant Hands know all about how to balance work and life whilst also making sure the get the most out of the work they create. Having been based in London, Jing and James now lives in the beautiful Harrogate in Yorkshire after spending their working careers being based in London. As part of that transition Jing and James touch on their passion for remote working, and not having to be based in the 'big city' to achieve the life they want. Additionally, Jing talks about not being ashamed of focussing on the commercial work whilst building your business. And James, talks about the importance of craft. -- The illustration insights podcast is a series which shares insights from some of the best illustration talent on the planet. We ask the questions that we all want to know, like 'Why did you get involved in illustration in the first place? How do you win work? How do you keep that work coming in?". This episode being a special edition having being recorded at the Illustration Block Party event, is the first in a series of Block Parties which will be taking place in Manchester in the UK. If you would like to attend the next event, details and tickets can be found on the Crazy Animal Face website: http://www.crazyanimalface.co.uk/illustration-block-party/ If you like what we do, please subscribe (itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/illus…d1429125831?mt=2) and take us with you in your pocket. Also to be first on the list for... everything we do at CAF. Stick your details in the Mailing list: twitter.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe/p…=cdc84636c2 Mutant Hand's Website is Here: https://mutanthands.com/ Mutant Hand's twitter: https://twitter.com/mutanthands Mutant Hand's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mutanthands/

    40 min
  2. EP.7 - Ben Newman (Block Party Special Edition)

    02/08/2019

    EP.7 - Ben Newman (Block Party Special Edition)

    The Ben Newman Illustration Insights Podcast is an ideal listen if you are starting out in the creative industry, thinking about freelancing or already up and running in the freelance world. Taken from the recently recorded Illustration Block Party event (www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/crazy-animal…ce-15335759085) Ben is someone who knows all about starting from the ground up, working part time before making the jump into full time illustration. And also not ruining your passion by squeezing all of the creativity out of it. Having been based in London since graduating from The University of Bristol on an illustration course, Ben now lives in Hastings after feeling a little 'burned out' being in London. And additionally, Ben also elaborated on the joy of creating a range of books that centre around children's activities and education. The Professor Astro Cat series: https://flyingeyebooks.com/shop/professor-astro-cats-human-body-odyssey/ Ben also elaborates on the challenges he faces every day, and what he needs to do on a business level to generate work. Additionally, an insight into what it's like fighting big corporations for stealing his work. -- The illustration insights podcast is a series which shares insights from some of the best illustration talent on the planet. We ask the questions that we all want to know, like 'Why did you get involved in illustration in the first place? How do you win work? How do you keep that work coming in?". This episode being a special edition having being recorded at the Illustration Block Party event, is the first in a series of Block Parties which will be taking place in Manchester in the UK. If you would like to attend the next event, details and tickets can be found on the Crazy Animal Face website: http://www.crazyanimalface.co.uk/illustration-block-party/ If you like what we do, please subscribe (itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/illus…d1429125831?mt=2) and take us with you in your pocket. Also to be first on the list for... everything we do at CAF. Stick your details in the Mailing list: twitter.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe/p…=cdc84636c2 Ben's Website is Here: http://www.bennewman.co.uk/ Ben's twitter: https://twitter.com/bennewmanillo Ben's instagram: http://instagram.com/benjinewman Nobrow Press are here: https://nobrow.net/

    52 min
  3. EP.6 - Dan Woodger (Block Party Special Edition)

    02/01/2019

    EP.6 - Dan Woodger (Block Party Special Edition)

    The Dan Woodger Illustration Insights Podcast is an ideal listen if you are starting out in the creative industry, thinking about freelancing or already up and running in the freelance world. Taken from the recently recorded Illustration Block Party event (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/crazy-animal-face-15335759085) Dan is someone who knows his craft, and is looking to develop it by pushing himself every day. Having been based in London since graduating from The University of Brighton, Dan talks about how his surroundings have influenced his work, the connections he's made along the way. And by concentrating on animation as his next step, he's developing his skill set even further. Dan also elaborates on the challenges he faces every day, and what he needs to do on a business level to generate work. And fund his passion. Additionally, an insight into the importance of getting a grounding in full time work, building a portfolio, getting an agent and going freelance. -- The illustration insights podcast is a series which shares insights from some of the best illustration talent on the planet. We ask the questions that we all want to know, like 'Why did you get involved in illustration in the first place? How do you win work? How do you keep that work coming in?". This episode being a special edition having being recorded at the Illustration Block Party event, is the first in a series of Block Parties which will be taking place in Manchester in the UK. If you would like to attend the next event, details and tickets can be found on the Crazy Animal Face website: http://www.crazyanimalface.co.uk/illustration-block-party/ If you like what we do, please subscribe (https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/illustration-insights/id1429125831?mt=2) and take us with you in your pocket. Also to be first on the list for... everything we do at CAF. Stick your details in the Mailing list: https://twitter.us7.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=434589aa72cede39513a3a298&id=cdc84636c2 Dan's Website is Here: https://danwoodger.com/ Dan's twitter: https://twitter.com/danwoodger Dan's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danwoodger/ A link to his Taiwan story is: https://www.instagram.com/p/BZ2Nuu-jG4K/

    56 min
  4. EP.5 - Tash Willcocks

    10/29/2018

    EP.5 - Tash Willcocks

    The Tash Willcocks Illustration Insights Podcast is an ideal listen if you are starting out in the creative industry, thinking about freelancing or already up and running in the freelance world. The Tash Willcocks Illustration Insights Podcast is an ideal listen if you are a coiled spring. In the sense that you have a passion for creative work and just don't know what you should do next. Tash Willcocks is someone who knows how to push herself creatively in every single direction. Tash having been based in the North West for the majority of her career has built an incredibly strong network. And all through battling with her anxieties, insecurities and the realisations that everyone is in the same boat.   Tash also elaborates on her journey through education, where her influences come from. And also the points in her life that made it clear that her creative passion was the route to follow.  -- The illustration insights podcast is a series released weekly which shares insights from some of the best illustration talent on the planet. We ask the questions that we all want to know, like 'Why did you get involved in illustration in the first place? How do you win work? How do you keep that work coming in?". If you like, please subscribe and take us with you in your pocket. Tash's Behance is here: https://www.behance.net/mundaneaday Tash's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tashwillcocks/?hl=en Tash's Twitter: https://twitter.com/tashwillcocks

    49 min
  5. EP.3 - Ben Newman

    09/17/2018

    EP.3 - Ben Newman

    The Ben Newman Illustration Insights Podcast is an ideal listen if you are starting out in the creative industry, thinking about freelancing or already up and running in the freelance world. Ben is a very open, engaging and knowledgeable person who is clearly enjoying his journey as an illustrator. Ben is the visual steer of the Professor Astrocat Children's Books, and also an avid guest lecturer around the subject of illustration and freelance life. Being a father of a young child (and with another on the way at the time of this podcast). Ben is at the stage of his life where he needs consistency in his work and following 10 years in the industry is at a point where he understands how to do that. Ben also talks about his love / hate relationship with social media. And why having a healthy relationship with promotion is absolutely essential. Lastly, Ben is a very reflective person who is very aware of his actions and his awareness of time. Having been employed full time and now freelance, Ben understands what is needed to make him tick over. -- The illustration insights podcast is a series released weekly which shares insights from some of the best illustration talent on the planet. We ask the questions that we all want to know, like 'Why did you get involved in illustration in the first place? How do you win work? How do you keep that work coming in?". If you like, please subscribe and take us with you in your pocket. Ben's Website is Here: http://www.bennewman.co.uk/ Ben's twitter: https://twitter.com/bennewmanillo Ben's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjinewman/

    51 min

About

We're the NASA of creative thought leadership in business growth. We publish written, audio, and video content designed to inspire and empower those who want to grow a business they own or are part of. And here on Soundcloud, you'll find podcasts packed with insights from thought leaders talking about creative approaches to business growth, and also original music production and compilations from members of the CAF community to soundtrack your business growth work, whether that's because you need to focus, get fired up, or chill out. We've got you. Why do this? Good creative problem solving brings connection, connection between a business and its customers brings growth, growth brings happiness. And a happier environment for us all sounds good, doesn't it? So, Get Your Smile On. Producers and vocalists releasing their work through us include: 🎛️ YUDDH 🕹️Music For The Deaf(M.F.T.D) 🍉 Crazy Animal Face Sound System — Podcast Series: 🎤 CAF Unpacked Lunch 🎤 (Title TBC) New Music (Dance) 🎤 (Title TBC) New Music (Relax) — As a platform run by creative thought leaders for those looking to solve a business problem and achieve growth, we are always looking first new inspiration and insights. Email us if you have a submission for a thought leader who is solving business problems creatively, or have idea for our audio creator roster: Hello@crazyanimalface.co.uk