Dear Jacky:
A space for those burning questions
How do I navigate an uninspiring brief?
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Sep 04, 26
What do successful artists do during slow periods?
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Aug 03, 26
How can I quote confidently when client budgets and expectations are so varied?
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Jul 17, 26
How do I stay creative when it feels like the world is falling apart?
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Jun 26, 26
How can I be an artist that agents love to rep?
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Jun 01, 26
Which countries pay the most for illustration and how do I get a piece of it?
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Apr 20, 26
Does every artist need to become a content creator?
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Mar 17, 26
I’ve been approached by a client with a new opportunity…but it’s unpaid. Is there ever a good reason to say yes to free work?
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Jan 27, 26
What is your New Year's resolution for 2026?
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Jan 12, 26
Can personal work actually grow my commercial illustration practice?
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Dec 18, 25
As an illustration agency, what are you doing to support artists during this era of AI?
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Dec 03, 25
Is social media vetting something I need to think about as an artist?
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Nov 15, 25
How can I craft the perfect portfolio submission?
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Oct 13, 25
Do I really need project management skills to be a successful illustrator?
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Oct 01, 25
I wrote a picture book… what do I need to know about finding an illustrator?
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Aug 22, 25
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