Story telling alone can move hearts and minds. Add bold, delightful illustrations to the mix and you have yourself a recipe that makes an impact. In this episode of Wisdom by Design, Kam and Jess had the opportunity to catch up with a former high school classmate! Marco Cheatham is an Illustrator and Art Director based out of St. Louis, MO, whose illustrations embody the intricate and colorful moments of life. Marco has crafted his dream career by being himself every step of the way, all while embracing every learning moment. If you ask us, we are pretty big fans!!
Tune in this week to hear this talented self-starter tell us all about his mindset, goals and the opportunities he didn't skip out on. This is an episode you won't want to miss!!!
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Time Stamps:
6:45 Marco personal intro: illustrator, animator, art director for the past 6-7 years. Based in St. Louis! Has been a freelancer for the past few years. Went to school for graphic design but found love in motion design!
9:00 Marco talks about going out on his own as a freelancer.
14:00 Kam talks about Millennials being brave enough to try out different ways of life.
20:00 Basketball picture that Marco references: https://www.instagram.com/p/CLNzKV7nSLm/
26:00 Marco talks about how investing in your brand early is so important for longevity.
33:30 Jessa asks about the need for community and the lack of real, honest spaces.
40:00 Kam talks about his current read (Limitless by: Jim Kwik - https://www.amazon.com/Limitless-Upgrade-Anything-Faster-Exceptional/dp/1401958230) and the abundant mindset that helps with staying positive.
45:00 Jessa says you have to be careful with what you think because your brain is always listening.
51:00 Kam talks about how he studied other creators to learn all of his design skills.
55:00 How does Marco handle criticism and rejection? He talks about how not everyone has to like you and the work you do.
1:02:00 Mention J. Cole Off Season Doc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=135bv6GhD2M&ab_channel=J.Cole
Marco’s Links:
IG: @marco.cheats
School of motion tutorial: https://www.instagram.com/p/COxo0vdN79y/?hl=en
marcocheatham.com
