Podcast appearances and mentions of shane madden

This is part of a special series of interviews within the SFN Dad To Dad Podcasts known as the SFN Mastermind Group Monday Podcasts.  Each Monday host David Hirsch interviews one of the SFN Mastermind Group dads on the impact the mastermind group has had on him and the wellbeing of his family.  This Monday's guest is Shane Madden of Collierville, TN who is an operations analyst at Pfizer and the father of a son with cerebral palsy.  Shane and his wife, Emily, have been married for 8 years and are the proud parents of Marshall (8) who has cerebral palsy. Shane has been involved with SFN for four years, part of the Wednesday night SFN Mastermind Group for two years, has attend the SFN Mastermind Group Weekend Retreat and was featured in episode #154 of the SFN Dad To Dad Podcast in June of 2021. Show Notes -Phone – (615) 556-9333Email – dmadden79@aol.comLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-madden-cpf-62956b18/SFN Dad To Dad Podcast #154 – https://www.spreaker.com/cms/shows/2825002/dashboardShane's favorite book reviewed as part of the SFN Mastermind Group: One More Step by Bonner Paddock.About the SFN Mastermind Group – WHAT- SFN Mastermind Group dads meet weekly by Zoom for 75 minutes. Each meeting:◦            starts with a round of wins from the past week,◦            includes a discussion of the current book (6 per year) being reviewed,◦            has two Dad-In-The-Middle sessions for dads to share a challenge, and◦            ends with a recap and look at the week ahead. WHO - SFN Mastermind Group Dads are those:◦            seeking meaningful friendships with like-minded dads,◦            willing to invest their time and make a financial commitment,◦            looking for a safe place to be open and authentic, and◦            who realize seeking advice is a strength, not a weakness.  WHY - SFN Mastermind Group Dads benefit by:◦            realizing they are NOT alone◦            having better relationships with their spouse,◦            developing improved understandings of their child(ren),◦            tapping into the experience and wisdom of others,◦            getting weekly encouragement from like-minded dads, and◦            creating a pathway to become the best version of themselves21st Century Dads Foundation is looking to provide 100 special needs fathers with the opportunity to be part of the class of 2024 Mastermind Group.   Curious to learn more?Are you looking to meet like-minded dads?Do you feel like something is missing?  SFN Mastermind Group FAQs - https://21stcenturydads.org/sfn-mastermind-group/  Schedule A Call - https://21stcenturydads.org/sfn-mastermind-group-inquiry-form/

In a Sleepover Cinema first, we're talking beloved Barbie PC games— specifically Barbie Nail Designer, Barbie Sparkling Ice Show, and Barbie Pet Rescue. We also have two very special guests: a true pioneer of the girly-games industry, composer Jan Bozarth, and her most beloved collaborator (son Shane Madden) join us to talk about composing for and producing some of our favorite games. Check out Jan's new girly girl franchise, Aventurine! Her new book “Queens of Aventurine” comes out this November. You can find Shane's new music here and check out his work as a composer for violin here! GAME PLAYTHROUGH LINKS: Barbie: Nail Designer Full Playthrough Barbie: Sparkling Ice Show Barbie: Pet Rescue Watch the video version of this episode here! Sleepover Cinema is sponsored by Regal Cinemas' Regal Unlimited Program! New subscribers can use code BACK2REG23 for 10% off of Regal Unlimited for the first 3 months. Make sure to sign up today! Join our Discord server here! Check out our merch shop here! Get 15% off Casetify with code 15SLEEPOVER! Follow Sleepover Cinema on Instagram here! Follow Hannah and Audrey on Instagram here! Sleepover Cinema TikTok Sleepover Cinema Facebook Sleepover Cinema Twitter More about Too Pink Productions For more details on this episode, go to www.evergreenpodcasts.com/sleepover-cinema! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest this week is Shane Madden who works at Pfizer and is father to Marshall (6), who has Cerebral Palsy. We'll hear how Shane and his wife, Emily, have raised young Marshall, about their aspirations and hopes for the future. That's all on this Special Fathers Network Dad to Dad Podcast.Le Bonheur Children's Hospital - https://www.lebonheur.org The Therapy Hut - https://www.therapyhut.com Live It Up (formerly United CP of mid south) - https://www.livitupinc.org Katie Beckett Waiver – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katie_Beckett_Medicaid_waiver Shane's email – dmadden79@aol.com About the Special Fathers Network - SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 500+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are raising kids with special needs, have said: "I wish there was something like this when we first received our child's diagnosis. I felt so isolated. There was no one within my family, at work, at church or within my friend group who understood or could relate to what I was going through."SFN Mentor Fathers share their experiences with younger dads closer to the beginning of their journey raising a child with the same or similar special needs. The SFN Mentor Fathers do NOT offer legal or medical advice, that is what lawyers and doctors do. They simply share their experiences and how they have made the most of challenging situations. Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/about-the-special-fathers-network/Please support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/donate/

Have you ever felt like that little spark of creativity that lives within is dimmed? Even just completely shut off. Or maybe with the idea that you don't even have the spark? Sometimes we need some guidance to get back on the path to unleash our glorious dreams. You don’t have to define yourself as an “artist” to ignite your creativity. Today’s guest is a 30-year veteran of the creative and technology industries rocking a lifelong journey of creative expression.  She has worked with well-known brands like Microsoft, Mattel, Barbie, Dora the Explorer, Disney, Warner Bros, Universal, and the list goes on. She's amazing. You guys are gonna get blown away. She is an author of a book series called The Fairy Godmother Academy. She has developed games for girls with Dora the Explorer Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Barbie. She's worked with Simon and Schuster, Fisher-Price, Mattel. She has written other books she's working on another series called Coded 4 Greatness. We’re talking about Jan Bozarth, a ballet dancer who moved into music as a songwriter, writer, and marketer in the record business.   In this episode, you will discover: Why this world is turning to meet you The joy quotient and how to find your joy again Identify what you will live for   Time Stamped Bullet Points of Episode   [07:39] The Girl in the Moon phase   [10:03] What is the Good Mother Academy   [15:27] Finding my joy again - the joy quotient   [25:25] Dreameroo’s start. Hugs included.   [31:06] Jan’s prescription for a simple daily-practice in our 7-Day Experiment to Rock OUR DREAMS   [40:11] Business and all that creativity happen in the right brain, the left brain organizes it   [46:10] A school that helps you find out what your powers are   [55:40] What happens when you give yourself permission to be all that you can be.   Song of the Week Hey Beauty Barbie by Jan Bozarth and Shane Madden And Learn to Fly by Jan Bozarth and Shane Madden   Quote of the Week "What is the one thing you will get up off the floor for?” - Jan Bozarth   The Experiment of the Week Lucid Dreaming   Get your free DREAMSHEET and a buddy for this week’s experiment   Join me LIVE at 11:11 am MST Every Manifesting Monday to Launch the 7-Day Rock OUR Dreams Experiment in Our https://www.facebook.com/djvalerieblove/   Join me LIVE at 11:11 am MST Every Thankful Thursday to chat about each week’s new episode https://www.facebook.com/djvalerieblove/ Join me LIVE for Q and A at 11:30 am MST Every Thankful Thursday BIG DREAM SCHOOL FB Tribe https://www.facebook.com/groups/bigdreamschool/   You Might Like:   Conscious Collaboration Episode of Big DREAM School Podcast   Connect with Jan Bozarth   Website Dreameroo Instagram Twitter   Subscribe & Review Big DREAM School Podcast in iTunes Are you subscribed to get more episodes of Big DREAM School Podcast? If not, I want to strongly encourage you to subscribe now so you won’t miss any bonus episodes and goodies. Did you receive any benefit from this podcast? Do you think it’s worth sharing with the world? If so, your reviews REALLY help us get the word out on iTunes so please leave a review (I love reading them and learning about you).   Big Thanks and Warm Aloha! ~ DJ Valerie

Full show notes at: https://www.pencilkings.com/podcast-home/ Want to know how to ask for feedback from an artist and take the next steps in your creative career? This episode will show you how to ask for feedback the right way, so the artist feedback you receive will be as on point as possible. It doesn't matter if you want to work in a studio or you want to work as a freelancer... Because, when you follow these key points, the feedback you receive will always be the most helpful it can be: Have a visual quality target example Who are you designing your portfolio for? Have at least 4 pieces that show what you are going for Educate yourself about the market you want to enter BONUS: How much time per day are you spending on your art? Interview Chapters [00:38-01:04] Introduction and Overview Your host, Mitch Bowler, talks about the subject of today’s short podcast episode, and reveals what inspired him to put together this handy resource of actionable tips and advice to help you take the next steps in your art career. So, whether you want to work as a freelance illustrator or in a studio environment, be sure to check out the key takeaways from this podcast. Because the next 20 minutes might just give you all the light bulb moments you’ve been looking for. [01:05-02:51] What’s Your Target and Where are you Trying to get to in Your Work? If you’re wondering how to get feedback from an artist, one of the first things you’ll want to do is make sure you have a specific target in mind. Why? Because, if the person reviewing your portfolio has an idea of where you’re trying to get to, it’ll make it a whole lot easier for them to offer you their advice. For example, if you want to become a comic book artist, then it makes total sense to show someone an example of your work that fits this style, along with something by another artist you admire to compare it to. [02:52-05:47] Think About who you are Designing or Making art for Making art is one thing, but it’s going to be difficult to sell this to anybody without a target audience in mind. Therefore, it’s always worth thinking about the kind of people who might like your work. For example, if pet portraits are your thing, then your target audience is likely to be people who love animals. After all, you wouldn’t try and sell a stack of smoked ribs to vegetarians, so why take the risk with your own art? Find out where your audience hangs out and reach out them! And, if you want to work in a studio, you’ll also find all the advice you need to get your work seen by the right people in this chapter.      [05:48-06:36] Have at Least 4 Pieces of Work to Show People Once you’ve established your target audience and have a clear idea of where you want to get to, put the 4 pieces of work which best demonstrate this into your portfolio. This will help the artist reviewing your work get a better picture of your style and highlight any areas that need a little more work. [06:38-08:42] Educate Yourself About the Market You’re Trying to get Into Having established your target market or audience, it’s also a great idea to do some research on them. For example, if you want to become a video game concept artist, you’ll want to find out what goes on behind the scenes on a daily basis. To do this, read books, articles and interviews on the subject, follow artists who work in this field on social media, and generally gather as much information as you can about the industry. If you already know someone who works in your chosen field, ask them what a typical day looks like. The more knowledge you have, the easier it will be to tailor your portfolio accordingly. [08:44-12:57] How Much Time per day are you Spending on Your art? As with anything else in life, you’ll need to put the time in if you want to pursue a career as an artist. But just how much time should you be spending on your art each day? In this chapter, you’ll learn how to make the most of your time and make real progress with your art. It won’t always be easy, and it won’t happen overnight...but if you’re wondering how to get feedback on your art and take the next steps with your career, it’s important for the artist reviewing your work to know you’re serious about it. [12:58-18:33] Recap on how to ask for Feedback From an Artist In the final chapter of this short podcast, Mitch recaps the key points from each section and tells you how to start moving towards your goals as an artist. You’ll also hear some exciting news about our partnership with Shane Madden’s Illustration Lighthouse, and how artists all over the world are already benefiting from the advice in this course.

Shane Madden is an award winning illustrator and cover artist from Toronto, Canada.  He has illustrated for books, magazines, and games including NY Times best sellers.  He participates in workshops, online communities, and he teaches illustration at a college level.  He is also the founder of the Illustration Lighthouse. Full shownotes: http://yourcreativepush.com/shanemadden In this episode, Shane discusses: -His experience in going to art school and being initially overwhelmed. -Technical illustration and what that means. -The false idea of the “Field of Dreams” art career, where if you build it, they will come. -Building a portfolio around the type of work that you want to do, and taking the confusion away from the art directors that will be looking at your portfolio. -How someone like James Jean’s portfolio isn’t something you should try to emulate if you are looking for work, as he is simply showcasing his work. -His advice to not try to do multiple things at once, but instead start with the first thing you want to get going and then add on as you become competent. -The power of having your own website and the dangers of people wandering somewhere else when you send them to your profile on social media sites. -The idea of investing in your art career, even if that means spending money to take a trip with interviews lined up. -Putting something in your portfolio that you are able to comfortably talk about so that you will appear knowledgeable. -The three different types of artists and how they develop an audience and make money. -How many different kinds of jobs that are available to artists that you might never have thought about before. -His advice for artists who haven’t made a cent from their work to start making money. -To not work for free – to at least get something from your time and talent (and publicity doesn’t count). -His math formula for determining if your time is better spent looking for creative work than working at an unrelated job. -How your resume doesn’t matter at all, all that matters is your portfolio. -More about Illustration Lighthouse and what people can expect from it. Shane's Final Push will inspire you to leave your safe ART BUBBLE and put yourself out there to start pushing your art career forward!   Quotes: “You really don’t need any social media to get commercial work.  The viability of putting your time into social media isn’t as good as you pounding the pavement and finding the right people to hire you for the type of work that you want to do.” “You need to make sure that those five images say exactly what it is that you do and the kind of work that you want to do.  Get that in front of the people that are looking for that specific work.  Basically magic happens at that point.” “What do you want to do first?  Because if you try to do thirty things at a time, you are going to fail at thirty things.  Try to get some success with one thing that you want to do and then start adding things on top of it.” “Make sure that the work that is in your portfolio actually fits that market that you’re looking for.” “You have to make yourself stand out.  The best way to do that is to find out what it is that makes you different, what it is that you do that makes you special and amplify that.” “I always think of myself as an art mercenary.  Whoever wants to slam down the bag of money, I will be more than happy to fulfill what they’re looking for.” “Go where no one else is going.  Don’t try to storm the gates with the other thousands of people.  Try to knock on the side door and get yourself in that way and differentiate yourself.” Links mentioned: Illustration Lighthouse Shane’s Adult Coloring Books James Jean Noah Bradley Pete Mohrbacher Connect with Shane: Website / Facebook / Instagram / Twitter Head to the Facebook group to join the discussion about building your portfolio and making money.

Full show notes at: https://www.pencilkings.com/podcast/ Ready to get your career as an artist started, or feeling stuck that you just can't seem to land your first art job? Today, we talk with Shane Madden from Illustration Lighthouse on how he is working with artists to shortcut the time it takes to start earning money with your creative skills. Interview Chapters 00:00-03:15 Introduction and Career Overview Your host, Mitch Bowler, introduces today's guest, Shane Madden, who talks about his varied career so far as an artist and the many different projects he's been involved in. 04:24-09:27 Why Being a Rockstar Concept Artist Isn't Your Only Career Option Many artists have dreams of becoming a rockstar concept artist like the ones you see on big art portfolio sites. But this certainly isn't the only option for you as an artist. There are so many areas where you can use your creative skills and still get paid....and in this chapter, Shane outlines what some of those areas are. 09:55-15:25 What is Illustration Lighthouse All About? Shane set up Illustration Lighthouse as a way to help artists produce the kind of portfolios employers are looking for and to help them find work in a wide range of creative fields. In this chapter, he explains what it's all about in detail and shares some super-useful tips to help you get your art career started. 16:27-22:16 What are Some of the Biggest Sticking Points for Artists So many people leave art school and never pick up a pencil again. In this chapter, we look into why this is, and Shane explains why he thinks so many promising art careers fall by the wayside. If you want to get ahead in your art career - but don't know what's holding you back - you might just find out in this chapter. 22:41-25:21 What Makes a Perfect Portfolio? Many artists think their portfolio should show a wide range of different styles, but this isn't necessarily what's going to get you hired. In this chapter, Shane draws on his own experiences as an artist to help explain what employers are looking for...and why tailoring the work in your portfolio to a specific audience can often be much more beneficial to your career. 25:50-31:04 But What if You Don't Know Which Kind of Artist You Are Yet? It can take a long time for an artist to find their niche and start producing work in their own unique style. In this chapter, Shane explains why this is a natural part of the creative process and shares some tried and tested techniques to help you discover what really interests and motivates you as an artist. 33:15-35:51 What Career Options are Available for Artists? We often think artists have a limited range of career options, but there are lots of 'hidden' opportunities out there that you may not have discovered yet. In this chapter, Shane runs through the wide and varied options you can get involved in as an artist, and explains why the demand for creatives is probably stronger now than it's ever been. 37:10-46:08 How Will Illustration Lighthouse Help You Create a Better Portfolio? Even though art is often a subjective thing, there are still some basic rules you can apply to help you get the results you want in your creative career. In this chapter, Shane explains how he helps artists create better portfolios and focus on their target audience to help them get noticed. You'll also learn how to go out there and make things happen...rather than wait around forever for those opportunities to come to you. 46:10-47:59 Where Can You Find Out More About Illustration Lighthouse? Ready to take action with your art career? In this section, you'll discover how to find out more about Illustration Lighthouse and how this effective program can help you finally get the opportunities you've been looking for as an artist. 48:00-50:00 Conclusion and Where to Find Shane Online Mitch wraps up today's interview and lets you know where to find Shane online.  

There are a lot of misconceptions around the topic of making money with your art. Today we talk with Shane Madden and start to explore some of the common ideas about getting paid to create art that aren't true and hold you back. We explore the difference between the life of a studio artist and a freelance artist and how a freelancer career gives you the opportunity to really be in control of your life and schedule. You will explore the idea if you are ready to start making money with your art now, or if you really do need to go back to school.

Shane's had a number of unique experiences as an artist and let's us know what his journey hjas looked like from student, to graduate to teacher and now a cover artist.