Graduation what's next? Japan, break from social media, freelance fears, turning 30, books

Hello, 

it's time for an update. I've graduated, went to Japan for two weeks, took a long social media break, and now work as a fulltime freelance illustrator. This, of course, was a big transition and I took some time out to reflect on how I really want my life as a freelance illustrator to be. I read a lot of amazing books which I want to share, especially one called My Friend Fear by Meera Lee Patel. And I will talk about a lot of questions that came up during this time. Do I want a schedule and if so what kind? What are my priorities and how do I manage my time well to reach my goals? Etc. etc.

As this video is pretty long, my dear Instagram community voted for a video in two parts. I hope you enjoy my book recommendations and I'd love to hear how you manage times of transition. If you are working full time as a freelance illustrator or in the creative industries, how was the first year? Any tips are greatly appreciated.

I really hope you enjoyed the video, and if you did please give it a thumbs up. It really helps the video to be found by other wonderful people like you.

Stay joyful,
Romica
 

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THINGS I MENTIONED

 - Audio Books from Audible - 

I absolutely love to listen to audio books when drawing, here are my recommendations

• The Artist's Way at Work: Riding the Dragon by Julia Cameron
• The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin

 - Books -

• The Creative Career Path by Creative Pep Talk
• Start where you are by Meera Lee Patel
• My Friend Fear by Meera Lee Patel
• Draw Every Day Draw Every Way by Jennifer Orkin Lewis

- Videos and Channels -

• The Daily Connoisseur Channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHx11n971kc&list=PL2Vy9DfN2zyNFNfQuF19CiQcOc9slc-97
• TEDx Talk on the 10 item wardrobe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3CLRL32Mcw&t=6s
• Google Talk by Mari Kondo on Konmari Method https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1-HMMX_NR8&t=742s

- Online Classes -

• How to Sell your Products to Retailers on Creative Live -Get 15 USD off through this link https://refer.creativelive.com/s/Romica (affiliate link*)
• Hot Markets for your Art Part B by Make Art That Sells https://makeartthatsells.com/online-courses/
• MATS MBA Money Bad Ass by Make Art That Sells https://makeartthatsells.com/online-courses/

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June Favourites 2016 - Design Inspiration, Health Apps for Freelancers and my new Greeting Cards

Hello,

I decided to work a bit more with video - it's such a great medium and I love watching favourite videos, so I decided to share my own of June 2016.

Here I feature a free design magazine, my new work out clothes, health apps I love as a freelancer and my travel journal supplies for my upcoming North East England caravan holiday.

Watch until the end to have a sneak peek at my upcoming greeting cards. Pssst ... You can also just go here and sign up to get notified when they are finally out.

I'm currently working on a BIG project for Illustrators ... but more about that later.

Have a great summer,

Romica :)

Video Of the Week: Career Advice For Young Graphic Designers

Today I have discovered a new Youtube Channel with a lot of Graphic Design content.In this video senior designer Roberto Blake gives valuable advice for young graphic designers like starting freelancing as early as you can or to develop a personal brand. You'll also find a book list with good reads for young designers. Check it out!