Stan and Marshall discuss how the art industry is always changing, facing challenges like economic downturns, tech advances, and shifts in consumer behavior and the importance for artists to adapt to survive. Industries go through cycles, and the art world is no different. Stay resilient, improve your skills, and be open to new ways of working, like collaboration, using technology, or finding alternative income sources. Embrace change, build mental strength, and focus on creating value to naviga...
Aug 20, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Long-term projects require dedication, focus, and patience, often starting with a big goal and breaking it into smaller, manageable tasks. Marshall and Stan discuss the crucial way to stay motivated by celebrating small wins and maintaining a balance between work and rest to avoid burnout. Collaboration can help, but knowing when to delegate is key. The two also talk about embracing unexpected bursts of inspiration and using your most energetic times for critical tasks. Remember, saying no to le...
Aug 13, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Marshall and Stan discuss the importance of cinematic perspective in storytelling, emphasizing how camera placement, movement, lighting, and color can influence the audience's emotions and perceptions. By manipulating these elements, artists can create dynamic and engaging narratives. They also touched on the contrast between continuity and dialectic approaches in film editing, using examples from classic and modern films to illustrate how these techniques enhance storytelling. Learn to Draw - w...
Aug 06, 2024•54 min•Season 4Ep. 4
In this special SDCC panel, Stan is joined by Marvel artists and instructors from the course to share their personal journeys and offer advice for aspiring comic book artists. Learn what it takes to become a professional comic artist straight from the experts themselves. Find out how long it took them to get their break at Marvel, why they create comics, and get insider tips for getting a job in the industry. Signup for "Marvel's The Art of Storytelling" - proko.com/marvel Learn more about your ...
Oct 10, 2023•43 min•Ep. 6
This episode follows painter Stephen Bauman's journey from graffiti artist to fine art professional. He discusses his beginnings tagging buildings in Miami, training at the prestigious Florence Academy, and developing his artistic skills and philosophy. Bauman provides insights into mastering figure drawing, finding inspiration, judging good art, and creating work that is beautifully crafted. Stephen Bauman - www.stephenbaumanartwork.com/ Learn to Draw - www.proko.com Stan Prokopenko - instagram...
Oct 03, 2023•42 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Legendary artist and instructor Glenn Vilppu sits down for an intimate discussion on his artistic journey, sharing wisdom and advice for mastering fundamentals like gesture drawing and developing your own artistic voice. Vilppu explains his training under old master artists and transition from painting to animation, emphasizing imagination over imitation. He provides tips on how to study classical techniques, use anatomical references, and avoid common mistakes like stiff gestures. Glenn Vilppu ...
Sep 26, 2023•27 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Former Disney animator Aaron Blaise discusses his rapid journey to animating major characters at 21, losing his wife and leaving Disney, and starting an art education website to pass on artistic knowledge. Blaise also talks about his lifelong obsession with drawing animals, gaining inspiration from mentor Glen Keane, and the traditional hand-drawn animation process at Disney. Aaron Blaise - creatureartteacher.com Learn to Draw - www.proko.com Stan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenko Learn ...
Sep 19, 2023•33 min•Season 4Ep. 3
This interview with Steve Huston covers his journey from comic books to fine art painting, his unique style combining realism with abstract expressionism, and his insights on figure drawing. Steve explains his mastery of lighting and form, approach to conveying emotion through art, and thoughts on engaging audiences. He also covers some of his artistic philosophies and the path it took to becoming a master painter and beloved instructor. Steve Huston - stevehustonart.com Learn to Draw - www.prok...
Sep 12, 2023•1 hr 37 min•Season 4Ep. 2
This interview with illustrator Karl Kopinski covers his artistic journey, from early influences like fantasy novels and biology books to honing his skills at Games Workshop. Karl provides an inside look at freelancing for big brands like Magic: The Gathering and Netflix, building an accidental social media following thanks to his wife's encouragement, and the discipline needed to draw for 10+ hours daily. He also shares funny stories from conventions, his approach to developing original charact...
Sep 05, 2023•50 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Jeff Watts is the founder of the Watts Atelier and Stan's art instructor. Stan recently got to invite him into the Proko studio to film a special Draftsmen podcast where they discuss his own artistic journey, the elusive Reilly method, and more. If you want to learn more about the Reilly Method, check out Jeff’s new course on Proko. You’ll learn the academic approach which emphasizes the use of rhythm, abstraction, and geometric shapes to accurately depict the human form - https://www.proko.com/...
May 13, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Marshall and Stan give their thoughts about the book The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups. Skull sketchbook samples - https://www.proko.com/course-lesson/s4e2/notes Kim Jung Gi memorial sketchbook samples - https://www.proko.com/course-lesson/s4e2/notes MC Escher - https://static.proko.com/media/images/stan/draftsmen-s4-e2-mc-escher-hand-ball.jpg Heinrich Kley - https://static.proko.com/media/images/stan/draftsmen-s4-e2-heinrich-kley-all-nine-pins-are-down.jpg Proko lanyard ...
Dec 07, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 2
A lot of things in the art world have changed since the last time Marshall and I talked, perhaps nothing more so than AI art. More and more artists are wondering what this emerging technology means for them. That’s why, in this episode, Marshall and I will catch up and discuss the current landscape of AI art, its ethics, and potential uses. Btw, the same day that we recorded this episode, Steven Zapata released a video about his thoughts that has been passed around widely. His video instantly ma...
Nov 01, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Stan and Marshall are here to address the many creative blocks posed in the last episode of Draftsmen, and provide long-awaited solutions. The two discuss ways to get over creative blocks, be they cultural, emotional, or otherwise. Learn how to recognize and grow past your limits and continue on your creative journey. Show Links (some contain affiliate links): Kirsten Zirngibl - https://kirstenzirngibl.com/ Fishing for Elephants by Larry Moore - https://amzn.to/3pWLtqG How to be More Creative by...
Dec 14, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Season 3Ep. 34
Sometimes it can be difficult to get your creative juices flowing. Using two books, How to Be More Creative by David D. Edwards and Fishing for Elephants by Larry Moore as touchstones, Stan and Marshall discuss some of the most common creative blockages, where they come from, and what impact they can have on artists. Show Links (some contain affiliate links): How to be More Creative by David D Edwards - https://amzn.to/2ZYYHdG Fishing for Elephants by Larry Moore - https://amzn.to/3y4xIu2 Scott ...
Dec 07, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 34
Stan and Marshall take their long-awaited trip to the Getty Museum in Los Angeles! Hang out with the two as they walk through the museum, and later discuss art, museum-going etiquette, best options for museum buddies, and much more. Show Links (some contain affiliate links): Cesar Santos - https://proko.com/251 Bouguereau A Young Girl Defending Herself against Love - https://static.proko.com/media/images/stan/bouguereau-draftsmen-s3e33.jpg Han Hoblein - https://static.proko.com/media/images/stan...
Nov 30, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 33
Once upon a time, two podcasters, Stan and Marshall, sat down to discuss the complex art of storytelling, and how to do it right. The two chatted about what makes stories work, and the process, principles, and components that go into successful stories. The End. Show Links (some contain affiliate links): Kristian’s Sketchy Van Podcast: https://linktr.ee/KristianNee Lost in Space - https://amzn.to/3xckcnz Peter Guber’s “Tell to Win” - https://amzn.to/3HKwYyv Storynomics by Robert McKee https://am...
Nov 23, 2021•1 hr 45 min•Season 3Ep. 32
Stan and Marshall sit down with industry veterans Brian Murray and Dan Fraga to discuss the art of storyboarding! Brian and Dan reveal how they each got their start in the industry, the craft itself, and offer some tips on how prospective artists can get a leg up in this competitive business. The group also talks about how this advice applies to artists of all backgrounds and aspirations. Check out Brian’s work: Adobewan - https://adobewan.com/ Check out Dan’s work: Youtube - https://www.youtube...
Nov 16, 2021•1 hr 39 min•Season 3Ep. 31
Stan and Marshall are here to answer some more of your pressing art-related questions from the last batch of voicemails ever. The two address topics like the importance of persistence, what to focus on after school, graphite versus charcoal, and the age-old conundrum surrounding the graceful acceptance of positive feedback. Show Links (some contain affiliate links): Bob Ross: Happy Accidents, Betrayal & Greed - https://www.netflix.com/title/81155081 Pomeroy Art Academy - https://www.pomeroya...
Nov 09, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 3Ep. 30
All good things must come to an end, and podcasts are no exception. The Draftsmen podcast is coming to a close-- but that doesn’t mean Stan and Marshall’s friendship is! The two reminisce over the laughs, deep discussions, and favorite moments they’ve had together over the course of the podcast. Then, they talk about the future and what new adventures and content that may be in store. Show Links (some contain affiliate links): John Cleese and Monty Python - https://amzn.to/3CAFqgV Robert McKee -...
Nov 02, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 29
Join Stan and Marshall in their conversation with Ben Zhu, a former student of Marshall’s who also happens to be the founder, owner, and curator of Gallery Nucleus. Ben has years of experience as an artist and gallery owner, so he also has an abundance of wisdom to share with artists looking to get their work into a gallery. He’ll tell you how you can get your foot in the door, ways to make yourself more appealing to galleries, and explain some common faux pas so that you can avoid making them y...
Oct 26, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 3Ep. 28
What is talent? Are we born with it, or can it be nurtured and encouraged in anyone? This time, Stan and Marshall are back in the Draftsmen studio to talk about Daniel Coyle’s book, The Talent Code. They talk about how to grow your own talent, ways to practice, and how to change your mindset to help yourself flourish. Show Links (some contain affiliate links): Dodgeball Clip - https://youtu.be/peUyLXrgYZ0?t=54 The Art of Learning: An Inner Journey to Optimal Performance by Josh Waitzkin - https:...
Oct 19, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Season 3Ep. 27
Epiphanies are an important but elusive part of the creative process. Marshall and Stan discuss the different types of epiphanies that they’ve experienced throughout their lives, the importance of those realizations, and pitfalls one can run into in the pursuit of an epiphany. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 12, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 3Ep. 26
You’ve got more questions, and Stan and Marshall have more answers! In this episode, the two tackle questions about postgraduate training, bad advice for beginner artists, getting over anxiety about entering art school as an older artist, making prints of your artwork, moving for your career, and searching for good resources for studying perspective. SHOW LINKS (some contain affiliate links): Draftsmen Art School as Project - proko.com/artschool Rembrandt - Night watch - https://static.proko.com...
Oct 05, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 25
Learn plein air painting from Stan! He talks about his plein air experiences, how the outdoors can be a powerful method to help you capture colors, and how it can force you to make important artistic decisions while working under time constraints imposed by nature. You’ll also hear the two discuss the pros and cons of working outdoors versus painting within the studio and some other tips and tricks from Stan that he’s learned over the years that will help you if you want to try plein air paintin...
Sep 28, 2021•1 hr 37 min•Season 3Ep. 24
Is it possible to have too much art? A listener’s question forces Stan and Marshall to conduct a thought experiment on the topic, making them ponder and interpret if there really should be such a limit. The discussion then transforms to how artists and art appreciators can come to terms with whatever the answer may be. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 21, 2021•54 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Stan and Marshall took your calls live for Lightbox 2021! Here's the advice they had for listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 14, 2021•1 hr 54 min
Marshall and Stan sit down to talk about one of the scariest, but most important things an artist needs to learn: How to fail, and how to use that failure to succeed. Not only do the two discuss the importance of failing and landing back on your feet, they also chat about how to pivot from a failure, creating situations where failing is okay, keeping your expectations realistic, and how to retain motivation after repeated failures. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453 Learn more about...
Sep 07, 2021•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 21
This week, Stan and Marshall are back to answer some of the questions impacting you! The dynamic duo tackles topics ranging from the importance of art communities, and where to find them, building rituals and habits, and finding the right resources for self-taught artists. They also unpack ways to balance edgy art with marketable work and discuss ways to become comfortable with working at your own pace. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453 Show Links (some contain affiliate links): Pr...
Aug 31, 2021•58 min•Season 3Ep. 20
Our guest this week is animation and gaming industry veteran Flint Dille! He’s been involved in a wide range of projects from the 80s animated Transformers movie to games like Diablo III and Pokemon GO. We sit down with Flint to find out how artists can use methods valued in game design and writing to take their study routine and education to the next level. Flint shares how you can use familiar concepts familiar to gamers, like grinding for levels, as a form of practice in order to enter a prop...
Aug 24, 2021•1 hr 38 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Having difficulties figuring out how much to charge for your art? Do you feel like you’re undervaluing yourself and your work? There’s a lot that goes into pricing and selling fine art. We’ll show you how to break down the process into stages, and share a variety of ways we’ve found to negotiate and determine prices for your art. You’ll then get to see an example as we negotiate over the cost of a few Marshall Vandruff originals. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453 Learn more about y...
Aug 17, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 18
