The Illustrator's Guide
I’m James, an illustration agent. I help illustrators build their careers.
I make videos to help new and aspiring illustrators find their feet in the industry. I share tips on finding clients, improving your portfolio and managing your freelance business. I want to help you make money from your art.
How to Start an Illustration Career Without Social Media
5 Fears Holding You Back as an Illustrator
Unlimited Illustration Ideas!
Why You’re Not Getting Illustration Work (And How to Fix It)
How to Handle Difficult Clients Like a Pro
Success in Illustration Isn’t What You Think
Promote Your Illustration Portfolio (The Right Way)
I Reviewed 300 Illustration Portfolios – Here's What I Learned
How To Self-Publish A Useful Non-Fiction Book
Should You Quit Freelance Illustration? (What to Do First)
Inktober 2025 Brainstorm (For Illustrators)
Create Your Illustration Portfolio In 30 Minutes (Tutorial)
Why Your Illustration Career Isn’t Taking Off
How to Make Money as an Illustrator (13 Proven Ideas)
Illustration Is On Hard Mode – Here's How To Play
Freelance Illustration Explained (Step by Step)
How To Give Great Feedback To An Illustrator
How to Turn Your Illustration Hobby Into a Business
Sharing What You Know Will Change Everything
Why Clients Hire Other Illustrators (and Not You)
How To Grow On Social Media As An Artist in 2025
No Clients? No Motivation? Try This 30 Day Plan
10 Illustration Portfolio Tips (For Any Level)
How to Find Illustration Clients Online (5 Ways That Work)
Illustrators Are Giving Up - Here's The Truth
If I Started Illustration From Scratch, I'd Do These Things
The Fastest Way to Get Clients - 2 Essential Steps
Get Feedback On Your Illustrations (Free Book Chapter)
Illustrators Share Why Studio Life Beats Working Alone
Wow Clients With Personal Illustration Projects