One Australian and one American discuss drawing, writing, and the creative process.
Eli Evangelidis & Forrest Lybrand
Join Forrest and Eli for an hour as they dissect the trend that is Inktober and many of its relative drawing challenges. They go over all the basics of how it works, pens, papers, stationery, etc., and what it's like to successfully complete 31 days straight of intensive illustration. As always the conversation diverts and we hit the fascinating movement of Midjourney. Eli shares his recent experience with it and explains why traditional artists ought to keep up to speed with digital art trends and developments for new found sources of inspiration. Listen on most podcasting platforms Cover art for this episode by @eliedwardart *Artists mentioned in this episode: @alexdakos and @skulltober @brennacameronlopes and @_jessicadonnellyart_ --- #folktember @deubner.art and his YouTube video - 'THIS IS HOW YOU GET GOOD AT ART' : https://youtu.be/-2lmKUnFxg4
The boys return from an impromptu hiatus, discussing a little bit about Forrest's writing process and his current focus on illustrating. Eli makes a distinction between skill and creativity, while Forrest makes an example of J. R. R. Tolkien. Mentioned in this episode: @jeremy_bastian the author/illustrator of Cursed Pirate Girl Please rate, review, and share this episode if you did indeed enjoy it! Check out the hosts' artwork at their instagram pages: @eliedwardart and @forrestlybrand
In today's episode, we are privileged to talk to the crazy talented (and published!) artist Brenna Lopes, a self-proclaimed enthusiast of all things mythical and magical. We discuss her routine of reading eight books at the same time, Eli enlightens us about Australian folklore, and Forrest finds a rare opportunity to talk about fox domestication. Treat your eyes and imagination to her remarkable illustrations on her instagram page: @brennacameronlopes She drew the cover art for this episode, as well! Please rate, review, and share this episode if you did indeed enjoy it! Check out the hosts' artwork at their instagram pages: @eliedwardart and @forrestlybrand Intro/Outro Music: "The Quiet Life" by Forest Hall.
No introductions this time, we just dive right into conversation! Watch out. We talk drawing techniques, rituals, grass, trees, and how much coffee it takes to explode a man's heart. Tune in and let us know what you think! Please rate, review, and share this episode if you did indeed enjoy it! Check out the hosts' artwork at their instagram pages: @eliedwardart and @forrestlybrand Intro/Outro Music: "The Quiet Life" by Forest Hall.
The Aussies outnumber the American 2 to 1 in this episode, so it's a fair fight at last. Today your hosts are joined by Arron Floyd, a psychology/philosophy lecturer and writer. We discuss a litany of topics such as neurons that aren't in your brain, the use of horror in fiction, religious beginnings, nursery rhymes, as well as many fine readings from Arron's own work (in which he informs us on whether or not the greek god Poseidon can swim). Please subscribe to us, and rate, review, and share this episode if you did indeed enjoy it! Check out the hosts' artwork at their instagram pages: @eliedwardart and @forrestlybrand and our guest: @thecerebralwizard New Episodes weekly! Intro/Outro Music: "The Quiet Life" by Forest Hall.
Alternatively titled, "The Cat Who Could Dingo." We talk about books! Favorite authors, underrated or aptly rated. Join us for a rambling but energetic back and forth about authors we love and why we love them. Eli literally herds some cats, Forrest mouths off more than once, and both admit they are in fact human after all. Please subscribe to us, and rate, review, and share this episode if you did indeed enjoy it! Check out the hosts' artwork at their instagram pages: @eliedwardart and @forrestlybrand Eli mentioned this account honoring the work of Haruki Murakami during the discussion: @everydaymurakami New Episodes every Monday and Thursday. Intro/Outro Music: "The Quiet Life" by Forest Hall.
The boys are back. Eli reads poetic mysteries, Forrest wrestles with how closely he should stick to character design across the pantheon of his book's illustrations, and both agree that it's good to make plans upon plans upon plans. Please rate, review, and share this episode if you did indeed enjoy it! Check out the hosts' artwork at their instagram pages: @eliedwardart and @forrestlybrand New Episodes every Monday and Thursday. Intro/Outro Music: "The Quiet Life" by Forest Hall.
Today we have our first guest, Hope Christofferson. She paints, she draws, she sculpts, she makes surreal stop-motion films. An illustrator of hundreds of dragons and fairies, Hope tells us about her views on creating and how she got started. Our conversation covers gryphons, introversion, oil painting, and more. You can follow Hope's work on her Instagram - @hopechristofferson Please rate, review, and share this episode if you did indeed enjoy it! Check out the hosts' artwork at their instagram pages: @eliedwardart and @forrestlybrand New Episodes every Monday and Thursday. Intro/Outro Music: "The Quiet Life" by Forest Hall.
Today we talk about Tolkien. A bit about his life, his writing, his art, and the overall special quality to his books. Forrest contradicts himself about Andrew Lang's fairytales, and Eli shares his affection for Ringwraiths. Recommended books mentioned in episode: J. R. R. Tolkien: A Biography The Letters of J. R. R. Tolkien J. R. R. Tolkien: Artist and Illustrator Please rate, review, and share this episode if you did indeed enjoy it! Check out the hosts' artwork at their instagram pages: @eliedwardart and @forrestlybrand New Episodes every Monday and Thursday. Intro/Outro Music: "The Quiet Life" by Forest Hall.
Creative blocks versus unbridled enthusiasm. Ah, the highs and lows of drawing, painting, or writing. In this episode, Eli explains his personal metaphor for getting in the zone while illustrating. Forrest talks about the benefits of self-trickery and setting microscopic goals. Also discussed are the dangers of what we give our attention to, the snare of unlimited access to inspirational materials, and jogging tips. Forrest learns a new internet term, Eli brags about his housekeeping skills, and the world keeps on spinning. Please rate, review, and share this episode if you did indeed enjoy it! Check out the hosts' artwork at their instagram pages: @eliedwardart and @forrestlybrand New Episodes every Monday and Thursday. Intro/Outro Music: "The Quiet Life" by Forest Hall.
What does it mean to be an artist? Eli and Forrest speak for themselves. Also discussed is the importance of having an audience in mind for your art, how nostalgia and experience fuel the creative process, and Forrest talks a bit about the book he's currently working on. Check out their illustrative work on their instagrams: @eliedwardart and @forrestlybrand Intro and Outro Music: "The Quiet Life" by Forest Hall.
Our first episode. Eli and Forrester introduce themselves. Eli is an artist and illustrator in Australia, Forrester is a writer and illustrator in America. They became friends through Instagram. Now they've made this podcast. It's about drawing, creating, storytelling, imagination, and more. Check out their illustrative work on their instagrams: @eliedwardart and @forrestlybrand Intro and Outro Music: "The Quiet Life" by Forest Hall.
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