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DraftsmenThe Intermediate PlateauStan and Marshall talk about the frustrating "intermediate plateau" a stage where artists feel stuck. They explore causes like boredom, complacency, and unclear goals, and give advice on how to push through using feedback, mentorship, passion projects, and risk-taking.
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2025-07-221h 07DraftsmenHow to Learn ColorStan and Marshall break down how to learn color by combining theory and practice without getting stuck in rules. They explain hue, value, and saturation, share stories about their own color frustrations, and outline exercises like using limited palettes, plein air painting, and master studies. You’ll learn why repetition, observation, and balancing intuition with knowledge are key to developing your color sense over time.
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2025-07-081h 54DraftsmenState of the Art IndustryStan 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 navigate the uncertainties of the art industry.Learn to Draw - www.proko.comMarshall Vandruff...
2024-08-201h 16DraftsmenLong Term ProjectsLong-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 less important things can help you focus on what truly matters.Learn to Draw - www...
2024-08-131h 18DraftsmenCinematic PerspectiveMarshall 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 - www.proko.comMarshall Vandruff - www.marshallart.comStan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenkoShow...
2024-08-0654 minDraftsmenStephen Bauman on Going From Graffiti to Fine ArtThis 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.comStan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenko Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-10-0341 minDraftsmenGlenn Vilppu on Mastering Fundamentals and Developing Your Artistic VoiceLegendary 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 - vilppuacademy.com/Learn to Draw - www.proko.comStan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenko
2023-09-2627 minDraftsmenAaron Blaise on Traditional Animation, Disney, and Creating CreatureArtTeacherFormer 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.comLearn to Draw - www.proko.comStan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenko Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-09-2032 minDraftsmenSteve Huston on Figure Drawing, Artistic Philosophies and Teaching ArtThis 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.comLearn to Draw - www.proko.comStan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenko
2023-09-131h 36DraftsmenKarl Kopinski on Discipline, Sketching, and Making it as a Freelance IllustratorThis 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 characters, and the obsessive research that goes into historical paintings.Karl Kopinski - karlkopinski.com/Learn to Draw...
2023-09-0550 minDraftsmenReilly Method and Advanced Fundamentals with Jeff WattsJeff 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/s/W1TqJeff Watts - www.watt...
2023-05-131h 33DraftsmenThe Culture CodeMarshall 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/notesKim Jung Gi memorial sketchbook samples - https://www.proko.com/course-lesson/s4e2/notesMC Escher - https://static.proko.com/media/images/stan/draftsmen-s4-e2-mc-escher-hand-ball.jpgHeinrich Kley - https://static.proko.com/media/images/stan/draftsmen-s4-e2-heinrich-kley-all-nine-pins-are-down.jpgProko lanyard - https://static.proko.com/media/images/stan/draftsmen-s4-e2-proko-lanyard.jpgArt P...
2022-12-081h 03DraftsmenWhy Be An Artist When There's AI?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 made our episode outdated! As you listen to this, keep in...
2022-11-011h 26DraftsmenGetty Museum Trip!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/251Bouguereau A Young Girl Defending Herself against Love -https://static.proko.com/media/images/stan/bouguereau-draftsmen-s3e33.jpgHan Hoblein - https://static.proko.com/media/images/stan/holbein-draftsmen-s3e33.jpgVan Gogh’s Irises - h...
2021-11-301h 18DraftsmenPersistence, Getting Back Into Art, and Marketing YourselfStan 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/81155081Pomeroy Art Academy - https://www.pomeroyartacademy.com/The Talent Code: Greatness isn’t born. It’s grown. - https://amzn.to...
2021-11-091h 16DraftsmenGetting YOUR Work in a GalleryJoin 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 yourself. Lear...
2021-10-261h 13DraftsmenBad Art Advice, Making Prints, and Moving for Your CareerYou’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/artschoolRembrandt - Night watch - https://static.proko.com/media/images/stan/rembrandt-nightwatch-s3e25.jpgMC Escher - https...
2021-10-051h 01DraftsmenHow to FailMarshall 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 your ad...
2021-09-071h 00DraftsmenBest Cities for Artists, Online Resources, and Self-EducationThis 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: 1-858-609-9453Show Links (some contain affiliate links):Proko - Asking Pros Series...
2021-08-3158 minDraftsmenHow to Price ArtworkHaving 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...
2021-08-171h 20DraftsmenHorror Art, Shadow Shapes, and Mentor FriendshipsIt’s that time again! Marshall and Stan are back to answer some of your burning questions about artist and mentor friendships, horror art, getting your foot in the door as an instructor at Universities, balancing your interests and marketability, dealing with regret in an art career, finding fun alongside study, pricing commissions, and understanding spot blacks and shadows.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-08-101h 07DraftsmenCreativity Insights Artists can Pull from WritersThis week, Marshall talks to Stan about how artists can borrow from a writer’s toolbox of exercises and thought processes and use them in their work. Using Gabriele Rico’s book “Writing the Natural Way” as a starting point, the two talk about techniques that can help boost creativity and help artists develop exciting work. Learn how to brainstorm more effectively, leverage creative tension, properly revise your work, and ultimately get more in touch with the creative process. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453 Learn more about your ad c...
2021-08-031h 18DraftsmenExpressionism - Draftsmen S3E14Stan and Marshall discuss the importance of understanding expressionism and the purposeful rule breaking that comes with the territory. They both examine the work of notable expressionists like Kandinsky and Mondrian, and share their own personal experiences and opinions on the movement. Marshall also includes a few exercises that can help you discover and implement expressionism in your own work.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-07-201h 07DraftsmenCartooning - Draftsmen S3E13Marshall sits with Stan to chat about the wonderful world of cartooning. They spend time defining what a cartoon is, looking at some of the history and cultural differences behind cartoons and reviewing some work from famous cartoon artists. You’ll also hear some of the skills an artist would need to hone in order to be a good cartoonist.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-07-1353 minDraftsmenFlow States, Thinking in Pictures, and Abstract Figures - S3E12We return to answering voicemails left by listeners! In this episode Marshall and Stan dive into a range of topics from entering the “Flow State” to thinking in words vs images, the tools for perseverance, when it’s appropriate to remove a piece from your portfolio and more! If you have an art question that you’d like us to answer, call 1-858-609-9453 and leave a voicemail! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-07-071h 08DraftsmenFind Your Strengths - S03E11Special thanks to BetterHelp and Indeed for sponsoring today’s episode.Get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at https://www.betterhelp.com/draftsmen Get a $75 credit by visiting our sponsor at https://www.indeed.com/draftsmenIn this episode, Marshall and Stan discuss the topic of identifying one's strengths and how to utilize it to learn more about yourself. They both share their personal paths to discovering their strengths, how important input from friends and family can be for discovering your strengths, Marshall gives a r...
2021-06-221h 08DraftsmenSketchbooks - S3E09An old comment from a previous episode prompts Marshall and Stan to crack open their old sketchbooks. This week the two discuss what sketches are, the value and purpose behind having sketchbooks, and how sketchbooks influence an artist’s growth. There’s also plenty of sketches that Marshall and Stan share from their own personal sketchbooks. Show Links (some contain affiliate links):To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to MINTMOBILE.com/draftsmen!Get 10% Off by visiting BetterHelp.com/draftsmen!...
2021-06-081h 07DraftsmenConcept Art - Draftsmen S3E08Start living a happier life today. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/draftsmen Get started right now with a FREE $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/DRAFTSMENTo get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to mintmobile.com/DRAFTSMENGet 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code DRAFTSMEN at https://www.manscaped.com/ Have you ever wondered wha...
2021-05-251h 13DraftsmenDeveloping an Illustration - Draftsmen S3E07In today’s episode, Marshall and Stan discuss the process of developing longform artwork, from thumbnail to final. They both share their personal process for creating a complex work, the different methods other famous artists use, the stages of the development process, and the importance of working from macro to micro.Special thanks to Manscaped and The Great Courses for sponsoring this episode.Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code DRAFTSMEN at https://www.manscaped.com/ Visit The Great Courses Plus to start your 14-d...
2021-05-181h 13DraftsmenThe Key to Great Creature Designs ft. Terryl Whitlatch - Draftsmen S3E06Creature design artist Terryl Whitlatch is behind some of entertainment’s iconic characters like Jar Jar Binks from Star Wars. She joins Marshall to talk about her career path, going from amateur to professional, her artistic influences and her time working for Lucasfilm on Star Wars Episode 1.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Learn to Draw - www.proko.comMarshall Vandruff - www.marshallart.comStan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenkoTerryl Whitlatch - https://instagram.com/terrylwhitlatch/ Le...
2021-05-111h 19DraftsmenCan this Book Make You Famous? - Draftsmen S3E05Stan makes a special announcement and Marshall gives an in-depth review for a book called Hit Makers. It focuses on the science behind popularity and it provides artists with some info on some of the key ingredients you’ll need to make something a “hit”. You’ll also learn how to figure out what your customers want and how to get it to them and the story behind Stan’s first viral video.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Special thanks to The Great Courses Plus and BetterHelp for sponsoring...
2021-05-041h 10DraftsmenJames Gurney’s Self-Education Journey - Draftsmen S3E04James Gurney is our podcast guest this week! He’s the creator behind Dinotopia and the author of “Color and Light” and “Imaginative Realism”. James talks with us about how he was able to succeed with his own art education and how it deviated from traditional art schools. We also take a look at popular art books that you can study from, try to imagine what the future of art education looks like, and talk about the struggles of using animals as live models.Where You Can Find James’s StuffGurney’s Website - ht...
2021-04-271h 46DraftsmenNFTs, Art, and the End of the World - Draftsmen S3E03Get ready to jump into the Metaverse as Stan takes a deep dive into explaining NFTs to Marshall. Stan gives his overview of blockchain technology, why some people associate NFTs with a pyramid scheme, how others think it will revolutionize the digital art world, and what can be done to improve the space for artists and the environment.DISCLAIMER: We are not registered investment advisers. Everything we say is our opinion alone. There are risks involved in investing in cryptocurrencies or in anything. None of the information presented here is intended as financial advice...
2021-04-201h 50DraftsmenScribble to Discover - Draftsmen S3E02Scribbling in your art can be an excellent starting point, or a disastrous dead end. In today’s episode, Marshall and Stan discuss how scribbling can reveal fresh ideas, how scribbling relates to categorizing thoughts, and how their training shaped the way they draw today.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Thanks to Mint Mobile and BetterHelp for sponsoring today’s Draftsmen episode!Get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE - http://mintmobile.com/draft...
2021-04-1459 minDraftsmenHow to Shape Your Art Career - Draftsmen S3E01Stan and Marshall are back with a new season of the Draftsmen Podcast! This time they are looking at different career paths for artists: Employees, Freelancers, and Entrepreneurs. They discuss the pros and cons of these different career options as well as their varying levels of independence. They also discuss how to speed up the process of learning from your failures as you try and create a successful business.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Sign up for The Great Courses Plus TODAY to start your 14-day Free Trial! An...
2021-04-061h 18DraftsmenA Few of Our Favorite BooksIt’s the last episode of the season! Before Stan and Marshall go on break they share with you some of their favorite books that they recommend reading. Some of them are art related, business, marketing, fiction, and self help books. If you’re interested in picking up any of these check out the full list of books below. Answer the Survey - proko.com/season3survey.If you have trouble with the shortlink - https://forms.gle/NrGJoC1xGnrZGFGD8.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show...
2020-12-151h 45DraftsmenThe Art Introvert’s Guide to Networking with Kristian NeeProko employee and artist Kristian Nee joins the podcast this week. He talks with Marshall about his secret to making friends with influential people, how his personal connections have opened up new opportunities for him and his friends, what road tripping has taught Kristian about humanity and why he asks crazy questions. On top of all the insight there’s also a few special guests that make it into the episode as well. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Thanks to Betterhelp for sponsoring today’s Draftsmen episode! Save 10% on yo...
2020-12-081h 25DraftsmenFrom Rocket Scientist to Professional Artist (ft. Jama Jurabaev)From Rocket Scientist to Professional Artist (ft. Jama Jurabaev)Jama Jurabaev is one of Marshall’s former students and has overcome incredible and difficult circumstances to become the pro artist that he is today. He joins the podcast to tell his full story and hopefully inspire other artists that are working hard towards a career in the industry. Jama’s design work has influenced some of the biggest movie franchises in the past decade including Star Wars and Jurassic World. You can follow Jama and keep up with his work here - https://www.instagram.com/j...
2020-12-011h 24DraftsmenMaking a Living with Fantasy Art (ft. April Solomon)Marshall sits down with professional fantasy artist April Solomon. The two discuss how April fell in love with drawing dragons and werewolves, the power of traditional art materials and the techniques she’s learned over the years, art festivals, what her art schedule looks like, and more. If you’re interested in supporting April be sure to check out her patreon - https://patreon.com/aprilsolomonartVisit thegreatcoursesplus.com/draftsmen get an entire month of unlimited access for FREE!Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show Links (some...
2020-11-241h 00DraftsmenPortraiture Painting (ft. Joseph Todorovitch)While Stan is out on paternity leave, Marshall invites fine artist Joseph Todorovitch on the show. Joseph talks about what it’s like being a parent and a working artist during a lockdown, his portrait painting methods, and making the switch from animation to fine art in the early 90’s. Make sure to stay subscribed to get notifications about other guests joining the podcast and also follow Joseph on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/todorovitch/Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Thanks to Betterhelp for sponsoring today’s Draftsmen episode! Save 10% on your...
2020-11-171h 08DraftsmenOur First LIVE Q&A - Draftsmen S2E30For Lightbox 2020 this year Stan and Marshall streamed their first live Q&A episode! Rather than release the full version that had awkward pauses and tech issues it’s been edited down and remastered. Now you’ll get a clean experience as they answer a variety of personal and art related questions. Some of what you’ll hear are answers to how the podcast got started, brainstorming techniques for artists, perspective vs form, bad habits for digital drawing, and the story behind our thumbnails.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453...
2020-11-102h 00DraftsmenHow to Get Useful Feedback and Learning to Self CritiqueIn the 2nd part of Marshall and Stan’s critique discussion, the two talk about getting useful feedback, the importance of being specific with your critique requests and the concept of the 6 thinking hats and how you can use them for self critique. If you missed the first part on how to give critiques, go check out the previous episode. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Thanks to Betterhelp for sponsoring today’s Draftsmen episode! Save 10% on your first month with Betterhelp - https://betterhelp.com/draftsmenSign up to The Gre...
2020-11-0356 minDraftsmenDeveloping Your Art Critique ChopsStan and Marshall return to the topic of art criticism to impart the secrets of giving and receiving the best critiques possible. They summarize why it’s good to critique people, what goals you should have when critiquing someone’s art, how to frame things positively for the person receiving the critique and more. This is only part 1 of the discussion. In part 2 they’ll change topics and focus on how to seek out good critiques and what makes someone “critiqueable”. Build confidence within your team and reach every goal with ease- visit monday.com to start your free t...
2020-10-2754 minDraftsmenThe 5 Sins Artists Should Be Aware ofMarshall talks to Stan about the different “corrupting” influences which can affect the purity of an art piece. Some problems affect the craft of your art, but others affect the spirit, undermining the meaning you are trying to convey in your work. These pitfalls, while hard to avoid, are something Marshall believes artists should be aware of as they pursue their careers. Learn how pandering, sentimentality, mannerism, frigidity, and didacticism can violate the spirit of art and how an artist battles between being commercially attractive to clients versus being considered a sellout and a hack.Thanks to Bett...
2020-10-2057 minDraftsmenBad TeachersSometimes we’re stuck with bad teachers and when that happens, what do you do? Marshall and Stan address the frustration of one highschool art student that’s facing this problem by trying to provide them with workable solutions. They also answer a few additional voicemail questions on learning how to teach art, how to increase output for commissions and more.Go to HelloFresh.com/draftsmen80 and use code draftsmen80 to get a total of $80 off across 5 boxes, including free shipping on your first box!Go to thegreatcoursesplus.com/draftsmen to get a FREE MONTH of u...
2020-10-1359 minDraftsmenThe Do’s and Don’ts of Social Media for ArtistsStan talks with Marshall about social media and how to be successful with it. Publishing quality content is key, but that’s only one of many areas that an artist needs to focus on now if they want to be noticed on a platform. Learn how to build an audience, avoid getting dinged by social media algorithms, and why it’s important not to stress about analytics and nasty comments. Thanks to Betterhelp for sponsoring today’s Draftsmen episode! Save 10% on your first month with Betterhelp - https://betterhelp.com/draftsmenBuild confiden...
2020-10-061h 24DraftsmenArt and FearMarshall and Stan have another book club episode, this time discussing “Art and Fear” by David Bayles and Ted Orland. The book explores how fear inhibits an artist’s work and the way in which an artist can confront their fears to help them create. Some of the topics covered include the difference between stopping and quitting, how you can be the best version of yourself, the way we are similar to geniuses like Mozart, and more.Build confidence within your team and reach every goal with ease- visit monday.com to start your free two-week trial.G...
2020-09-291h 17DraftsmenExploring Diversity in Art with Jennifer WangGuest artist Jennifer Wang joins the podcast to discuss gender, race and sexuality in art. Marshall and Stan ask her for her opinion on a previous caller’s question about the sexualization of women in art. The broad topic opens up other cultural conversations as Jennifer talks about the challenges of getting representation in media, cultural appropriation and more. Go to thegreatcoursesplus.com/DRAFTSMEN to get access to any and all courses for the next month completely FREE!As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/draftsmen Call an...
2020-09-221h 42DraftsmenReinventing YourselfReinvention is a part of growing up and plays an important role in developing as an artist. Marshall and Stan talk about the changes that they’ve had to make in their lives, a soldier and artist provides insights into reinvention, and both Draftsmen talk about the reasons why reinvention is important and how you might do it in a positive way. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/draftsmen Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show Links (some contain affili...
2020-09-1555 minDraftsmenThe Art Knight Rises (ft. Knight Zhang)Marshall invites a former student onto the podcast who became a pro artist at 21! Knight talks about her experience learning anatomy and fundamentals as a kid, her journey to becoming a freelance and pro artist, how her parents encouraged her art, and what she wants for the future. Go to thegreatcoursesplus.com/DRAFTSMEN to get access to the entire Great Courses library for FREE for an entire month!As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/draftsmenCall and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453
2020-09-081h 15DraftsmenCan You Separate the Art from the Artist?Stan and Marshall respond to an artist’s tweet who asks if it’s possible to learn from artists who have talent, but are terrible people. Can you separate the art from the artist?Get 68% off NordVPN! Only $3.71/mo, plus you get an additional month FREE at nordvpn.com/draftsmenCall and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show Links (some contain affiliate links):Slack - https://slack.com/Adopting Art Parents to Develop Your Style - https://youtu.be/vxJOjvsj3j0Joker - http...
2020-09-011h 06DraftsmenTaking Risks to Get Your Dream Job (ft. Marvel Artist Anthony Francisco)2Senior Visual Development Artist Anthony Francisco joins us to talk about creature design and how he went from a minimum wage job to his dream career as an artist! Anthony has worked on some of the biggest movies in the Marvel movie universe. He designed Baby Groot, costumes for Black Panther and many more. You’ll hear how Anthony’s fake portfolio and his sketchbook landed him his first few jobs, how his life in the Philippines influenced the direction of his art, and the advice he’d give to artists who want to pursue the kind of career he’s h...
2020-08-2552 minDraftsmenShowing Off, Saying No, and Marshall Gets a Prank CallMarshall and Stan field voicemail questions about balancing time an artist should devote to input and output, what kind of message they want to convey with their art, how much showing off is too much, and whether an artist should take a pay cut to create artwork for friends.If you have a question call and leave a voicemail at 1-858-609-9453. If you’re not located in the U.S. you can record an audio message and send it to us at support@proko.com. Get 68% off NordVPN! Only $3.71/mo, plus you get an a...
2020-08-1849 minDraftsmenHow to Study MastersIn this episode, Stan and Marshall discuss studying from masters. You’ll learn the difference between a master study and a copy, how beginners should approach studying masters, the artists that Stan and Marshall have done studies from and lessons they learned from them, a breakdown of the creative process, and how to figure out which artists are worth studying. Also, Court Jones from the Caricature course produced a couple lessons on master studies. Find them in the show notes below.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Hear the most bizarre stories ab...
2020-08-111h 29DraftsmenThe War of ArtDrill Sergeant Stan and Major Marshall review the book “The War of Art” by Steven Pressfield. The book was written to help artists tackle some of the mental challenges that get in the way of creating. Using war as a metaphor, the author offers solutions to get things done by defeating ‘resistance’ - the difficult obstacles artists face. Both Marshall and Stan have caveats with Pressfield’s advice though, and like everything else, it depends on how you apply it. Right now, our listeners can get 70% off NordVPN! That’s only $3.49/mo, plus you get an additional month FREE at...
2020-08-041h 23DraftsmenHow to be a Good StudentStan and Marshall teach you how to be a good student. The mindset, habits, and things you can do that will speed up your learning process and make it more enjoyable. They also discuss kind vs wicked learning, methods for taking notes and staying organized, treating your education as a job and the importance of getting real world experience as a student. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show Links (some contain affiliate links):Itzhak Perlman - https://amzn.to/2Wx1dmzBl...
2020-07-211h 21DraftsmenWhat Artists Should Know about the Gaming Industry (ft. Scott Flanders)Scott Flanders (aka Shapecarver) joins us as the first guest of the Draftsmen Podcast! He shares his good and bad experiences working in the gaming art industry, the dark side of working in a corporate environment, the challenges he’s faced to make it as an artist and family man, and how he’s been able to become an independent artist and entrepreneur doing what he truly loves.Scott’s Website - https://www.tarpitstudios.com/ Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show...
2020-07-141h 23DraftsmenGoing All In on Art, Breaking Rules to Create Style, How to Ask Good QuestionsMarshall and Stan answer questions about networking, cross training, royalties, breaking rules to create a unique art style, going all in vs having a backup, and studying multiple things at once. Also, Marshall gives advice on how to ask good questions!Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Questions in episodeWhat do you think of David Ross’s Book on Figure Drawing?How do you network while you’re training online?Do you charge for book covers? Do you receive roya...
2020-07-071h 06DraftsmenHow to Learn by TeachingStan and Marshall talk about how and why years of teaching helped them learn to draw. Stan breaks down the process of how he creates educational videos and how teaching anatomy has strengthened his understanding of anatomy. Glenn Vilppu said there are no rules, just tools. When we come across a rule in our studies, we need to investigate the purpose of the rule, so we understand why and when to properly apply it.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show Links (some contain affiliate links):
2020-06-231h 04DraftsmenLife Drawing, Carpal Tunnel, and Social LifeMarshall and Stan devote an episode to answering voicemail questions! They answer hot topics like whether or not it makes sense for an artist to finish a drawing that has mistakes in it, can you make it as an artist without sacrificing your social life, and is ballpoint pen a viable tool… If you enjoy these episodes please send us more questions. You can call us at 1-858-609-9453 or send an audio recording to support@proko.comShow Links (some contain affiliate links):Drew Struzan - https://www.proko.com/draftsmen-media/drew...
2020-06-161h 02DraftsmenIf You’re Going to Art School, Listen to ThisAfter wrapping up the Recreating Art School series, we cap things off with an episode entirely devoted to getting the most value if you decide to attend art school. Marshall and I cover how to choose the best school you’ll like, how big of a workload you should take on, the mentality you should have when attending class, personal life stories and insights from our time attending art schools, and what you can expect after graduating (post grad depression and debt-pression). Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453
2020-06-091h 06DraftsmenDIY Art School Part 5 (Workspace and Equipment)Recreating art school from home ends with a discussion about how much equipment an art student needs and the importance of a productive workspace. Stan and Marshall talk about starting a digital painting with $65, how a little discomfort can be beneficial, how limitations can improve or hurt creativity, and separating work from home.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show Links (some contain affiliate links):Steve Martin - https://www.masterclass.com/classes/steve-martin-teaches-comedyWindsor Newton Cotman watercolors - https://amzn.to/2ZL...
2020-06-021h 01DraftsmenDIY Art School Part 4 (Community)A good community makes learning enjoyable and can have a huge impact on your development, but how do you create one? We continue our series on recreating art school by discussing the elements that make a community beneficial to learning. That includes how to overcome the problem of not being in the physical proximity of a community, the attitude you should adopt when participating in one and stories of individuals who have crafted and benefited from them. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show Links (some c...
2020-05-2649 minDraftsmenDIY Art School Part 3 (Mentorship)A big benefit to attending traditional art school is having access to teachers that will mentor you. In this part of the Recreating Artschool series, Stan and Marshall discuss the best ways to find a mentor, what it might cost, how to make yourself attractive to mentorship and some of the future features that Proko.com will use to make online mentorship more accessible for art students around the world.We also talk about mentorship in this clip from season 1 - https://youtu.be/MpurWHEV7KACall and Ask Y...
2020-05-1945 minDraftsmenAdvice on Quicksketch, Pencil Control, Bargue, Style, and TeachingMarshall and Stan take a break from recreating art school to answer some of your voicemails! There’s advice on practicing quicksketch, pencil control, the value of the Bargue method, caring about what people think of your work, changing styles, and advice to aspiring teachers. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show Links (some contain affiliate links)Jeff Watts - https://proko.com/draftsmen-media/jeff-watts-figure-drawing-examples-s2e05.jpgSteve Whitehead - https://proko.com/draftsmen-media/steven-whitehead-drawing-s2e05.jpgPreston Blair - https...
2020-05-121h 07DraftsmenDIY Art School Part 2 (Structure)When you go to art school, they provide you with projects, assignments, deadlines, and a schedule. They provide you with structure. In this episode we talk about how to create structure for yourself when you’re learning from home. Marshall gives his perspective from being a classroom teacher and how it can be applied to online education, while Stan explains how you can’t rely on discipline when forming new habits. Based on psychology, there are more effective ways to form new habits as you’re trying to set up your own structure. Stan also shares how he created projects...
2020-05-0557 minDraftsmenDIY Art School Part 1 (Knowledge)This is the first of several episodes dedicated to recreating art school from home. Marshall and Stan talk about what makes a good teacher that you’d want to learn from online, how looking at art school curriculum can help structure your education, figuring out a roadmap for studying smart, reengineering career goals and building a community. The first pillar of many that you’ll need for your DIY art education.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show Links (some contain affiliate links):Norton Simo...
2020-04-2848 minDraftsmenDon’t Go to Art School! Here’s WhyMarshall and Stan counter the previous episode with the negative aspects of going to art school. Crushing debt, the true value of a degree, and empty job promises are all talked about along with some personal insights surrounding the cons of going to art school. This was a rough one - Stan and Marshall might need some BetterHelp counseling after this…The next 3 episodes will dive into how you can recreate art school from home, so stay subscribed and hit that bell icon to not miss those videos. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-60...
2020-04-2142 minDraftsmen8 Benefits of Going to Art SchoolWhy do art schools still exist? What are the pros of going to one? Who could benefit from enrolling? These questions and more are answered by Marshall and Stan in the first real episode of season 2. Stay tuned for the next series of videos where we cover topics surrounding art schools and how students can recreate that experience from home. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Show Links (some contain affiliate links):Jim Carrey - http://www.jimcarreyonline.com/info/arts.htmlNoah Bradley - D...
2020-04-1454 minDraftsmenWorking from HomeThe Draftsmen podcast is back and boy has a lot happened since season 1. In this episode Marshall and Stan talk about teaching online, working from home, staying sane, getting to know your neighbors, boosting your immune system, staying positive, social distancing parties, and how things will change going forward. This was a special last-minute episode to kick start the season. We pre-recorded a series on recreating art school from home (total coincidence), so we will be publishing those throughout the next 2 months. We're happy to be back for season 2 and reconnect with you guys!...
2020-04-071h 12DraftsmenSeason FINALE Part 2It’s the Draftsmen Season 1 Finale Part 2! Marshall and Stan continue going through youtube comments from the past episodes of Draftsmen. It is the last of the responses to the relevant discussions that artists posted under each episode.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some show links contain affiliate links to amazon.comThe Art of Learning by Josh Waitzkin - https://amzn.to/2thnpoTJim Lee - https://proko.com/draftsmen-media/jim-lee-artwork-s1e29.jpgEdmund Dulac - https://proko.com/draftsmen-media/edmund-dulac-artwork-s1e2...
2019-12-171h 25DraftsmenSeason FINALE Part 1It’s the beginning of the end… end of season 1 that is! Before going into hibernation Marshall and Stan sit down and go through youtube comments from the past 26 episodes of Draftsmen. You’ll hear them respond to the relevant discussions that artists posted under each episode.Season 2 will begin on April 7 and on its own YouTube channel… Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss it when we start up again!NEW DRAFTSMEN CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfvIqreCk628yB9mp3e_ABQ?sub_confirmation=1Call and...
2019-12-101h 43DraftsmenAI vs Artist (or AI + Artist?)What better way to come together this holiday season than to argue about AI? Marshall plays the role of the YouTube commenters from episode 12 and Stan battles him about the implications AI could have on art, suggesting we should look at AI from an optimistic and synergistic point of view.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some show links contain affiliate links to Amazon.comElf - https://amzn.to/2rbbN62Posture Trainer - https://www.apple.com/shop/product/HMXZ2ZM/A...
2019-12-031h 04DraftsmenHow to Learn PerspectiveSpecial thanks to Audible for sponsoring this podcast! Visit audible.com/draftsmen to get 3 months of Audible for just $6.95 a month.How do you study perspective? Marshall breaks down the elements of perspective and how you’d go about learning it. Stan also challenges Marshall to draw some boxes and run them through his new Box AI BETA App that’s being developed in the Proko lab.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some show links contain affiliate links to amazon.com...
2019-11-2659 minDraftsmenHaving a Secret Identity as an ArtistAn anonymous artist wants to know if it’s possible to draw “naughty” artwork and hold a job as an illustrator for children’s books. This results in a discussion on keeping secret identities and giving examples of artists who made their living doing polar opposite work. Marshall and Stan try to give advice to a frustrated teacher about his school’s art program.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some show links contain affiliate links to amazon.comDoctor Seuss - https://a...
2019-11-1956 minDraftsmenWhat Artists Should Know About ConventionsAfter getting back from the very first Lightbox Convention in LA, both Draftsmen give their thoughts on the value of these conventions for artists. Includes advice on networking, etiquette, note taking, selling work, and portfolios. We elaborate on a caller’s question about drawing from imagination and why you can’t start out drawing like Kim Jung Gi.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some show links contain affiliate links to amazon.comSan Diego Comic-Con - https://www.comic-con.org/Lightbox - https://www.instagram.com/lightboxexpo/?hl=en
2019-11-121h 03DraftsmenAdvice for Artists with KidsHow can you be a good parent and a successful artist? Is it even possible? We try to find answers to those questions and the ways you can incorporate art into your life while raising a child. We go through 3 voicemail questions including our opinion on painting before learning how to draw. Is Stan a mutant child of Chernobyl?Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453View show images at https://proko.com/361Learn to Draw - www.proko.comMa...
2019-11-051h 02DraftsmenDelegation, Staying Organized & Line QualityMarshall goes full on Walter Cronkite and does some investigative journalism, asking all about the inner workings of Proko. The system we use to prioritize tasks and stay organized, the importance of delegation - Walt Disney built an empire by being a diligent delegator. Stan describes the exercise that improved his line quality while he was a student at Watts Atelier!Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453*Some show links contain affiliate links to amazon.comDorian Iten - https://www.instagram.com/dorianvisuals/Ivan Loginov - https...
2019-10-2940 minDraftsmenBecoming More CreativeThinking of creative ideas is actually not that hard, but executing them, bring them to fruition, and solving real problems is much harder and requires creative skill. We’ll define what it means to be creative and some ways you can stimulate and improve your own creative abilities. A listener asks how he can increase his passion for art and Stan shows off some drawings he bought from Steven Bauman.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some show links contain affiliate links to amazon.comMarshall’s Dad...
2019-10-2259 minDraftsmenDRUGSThe Breaking Bad movie just released on Netflix and because Stan is a huge fan, we’re redecorating the whole set, putting on costumes, and dedicating the episode to Drugs! We talk about our past experiences with drugs, if they can hinder or help an artist and some drug alternatives that you should look at to get those creative juices flowing. A caller asks what abstract artists should study.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some show links contain affiliate links to amazon.comPicture of our set - https://pr...
2019-10-151h 10DraftsmenTracing, Cheating, and Imposter SyndromeDoes copying from photo reference make you a fake artist? Is tracing considered cheating? Do you even have an art license?! We share our opinions about photobashing, tracing, and drawing from photos. We also discuss the debilitating effects of imposter syndrome and how it might sometimes be a good thing. Stan’s thang brings back childhood memories :)Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some show links contain affiliate links to amazon.comAndrew Loomis - Fun with a Pencil - https://amzn.to/2Vitr2GPhotobashing examples: David Ki...
2019-10-0858 minDraftsmenToo Old to Start Drawing? Cosplay Fashion Design? Voicemail Marathon!!It’s a voicemail marathon! We answer a bunch of questions from listeners of the podcast. Topics include the fear of being too old to be a professional artist, cosplay fashion design, and knowing when a painting is finished. Stan paid Karl Kopinski to do an original painting on his book cover. If you have a question for us, make sure to call and leave us a voicemail at 1-858-609-9453.Questions in this episode:How do you know when a painting is finished?What are the fundamentals for cosplay fashion design?...
2019-10-0157 minDraftsmenMaking Money as an ArtistTime to make those dolla’ dolla’ bills fly yo! Marshall and I talk about various ways artists make money such as freelancing, getting a job, and starting your own business. We also dive into our own stories about how we made money and answer a voicemail question about taking commissions. And Kim Jung Gi drew an unflattering portrait of Stan.Some show links contain affiliate links to amazon.com Linchpin by Seth Godin - https://amzn.to/2m84HMZTribes by Seth Godin - https://amzn.to/2mgWypn Rembrandt - https://prok...
2019-09-2453 minDraftsmenDrawing on Both Sides of the BrainWe respond to a listener’s email about what to think about while drawing. Marshall explains his criticisms about the book “Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain” by Betty Edwards. I also answer a caller’s question about the value of learning to critique.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some show links contain affiliate links to amazon.com:Mastery by Robert Greene - https://amzn.to/31pIjywArt of Learning by Josh Waitskin - https://amzn.to/2O7fVx1The Natural Way to Draw: A...
2019-09-1754 minDraftsmenHow Important is Art History?A listener comments about his frustration with Stan’s opinions about art history. It prompts a longer discussion about the benefits of studying history. Jazza didn’t sponsor this episode, but we unbox his Jazzy Art Box.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some showlinks contain affiliate links to amazon.com:Mixergy - https://mixergy.com/Ken Burns (The Civil War, The West, Empire of the Air) - https://amzn.to/32D32PzDan Carlin's Hardcore History - https://www.dancarlin.com/hardcore-history-series/Robert McKe...
2019-09-1058 minDraftsmen23 Habits For ArtistsThis is a good one... We go through and discuss a list of 23 important art habits that every artist should consider. A tattoo artist gets advice about composition and Marshall finally roasts me. Woo!Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some showlinks contain affiliate links to amazon.com:Currier & Ives Prints - https://proko.com/draftsmen-media/Currier-and-ives-print.jpgK. Anders Ericsson on the 10,000 hour mastery - https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-26384712Bernie Wrightson - A Look Back - https://amzn.to/2PCu6Nf...
2019-09-031h 18DraftsmenBuilding Art Communities, Picture Clarity, and Finding Art MentorsFor the first time, we dedicate the entire episode to voicemail questions. We discuss building healthy art communities, how to have clarity in your illustrations, and how to find art mentors. Stan does a book review on The Art of Learning by Josh Waitzkin, listing some of the golden nuggets he learned from the book about reaching mastery.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Some showlinks contain affiliate links to amazon.com:Frank and Ollie - Illusion of Life - https://amzn.to/2NytDsHGenre and Style in...
2019-08-2758 minDraftsmenRobot Art Teachers (There Goes My Job)Technology and art collide as Stan talks about the exciting new AI tools he’s developing for students. Why should we have AI art teachers? Stan explains the strengths of human teachers and AI teachers. Marshall expresses concerns about the Terminator killing us all!Some show links contain affiliate links to amazon.com:Box Perspective App Example Results - https://proko.com/draftsmen-media/boxes-for-show-notes.jpgThe Singularity Is Near by Ray Kurzweil - https://amzn.to/2Z9YMoBSuperintelligence by Nick Bostrom - https://amzn.to/2ZdutxkTilt Brush...
2019-08-2058 minDraftsmenLetter From a Frustrated ArtistStan gets an email from a frustrated student and forwards it to Marshall. Marshall gets obsessed with it spending days and days pondering the issue! This leads to discussions on mastery, overcoming frustration, and how having a negative attitude hurts your progression. A listener makes the draftsmen choose between technical prowess or art that evokes emotion. Blackwing pencils definitely does not sponsor this episode, but hopefully will in the future ;)Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Raphael’s Art:https://proko.com/draftsmen-media/Raphael-Instagram-Art.jpgThe Magician's Nephew by...
2019-08-1353 minDraftsmenHow to Learn AnatomyThe most common mistakes students make when studying anatomy and practical advice on how to study it correctly. An in-depth discussion on our favorite anatomy books for artists. Stories about surreal experiences visiting the Body Worlds exhibit. And the premiere of Marshall’s highly requested hit single, Anatomical Skull song!Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Robert Beverly Hale - Drawing Lessons From the Great Masters: https://amzn.to/2YE3meo Andrew Cawrse Anatomy tools: http://www.anatomytools.com/ Eliot Goldfinger - Human Anatomy for Artists: https://amzn.to/2KgH0vo Paul Ri...
2019-08-0652 minDraftsmenPortfolio Advice for ArtistsAdvice on how you can put together your portfolio to increase your chances of being hired. How networking, personal behavior, and social media habits impact your career. A caller from India wants to know our dieting habits which leads to conversations about intermittent fasting and caffeine addiction… yay!Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Prokofiev: https://proko.com/draftsmen-media/Sergei-Prokofiev-Photo-and-Artwork.jpgUbIwerks (Disney): https://proko.com/draftsmen-media/Ub-Iwerks-Cartoon.jpgCuphead: https://proko.com/draftsmen-media/Cuphead-Artwork.jpgFleischer brothers: video link https://youtu.be/FSm07stzHZQ...
2019-07-301h 00DraftsmenUnsupportive Parents and Toxic EnvironmentsStan and Marshall talk about toxic environments, how an artist’s family and/or school can create situations that hold them back and how to overcome them. A caller asks about creating an attractive portfolio for Disney and Stan talks about his dream studio.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Learn to Draw - www.proko.comMarshall Vandruff - www.marshallart.comStan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenkoThings mentioned in this video:Marshall’s Thaang - The West (documentary): https://amzn.to/2XZZL...
2019-07-2344 minDraftsmenPros and Cons of Studying Multiple DisciplinesMarshall and Stan discuss the pros and cons of studying multiple disciplines and their effect on learning art. A caller wants to know if the overhand grip can be applied to drawing with a digital stylus. Both Draftsmen have “thangs” that help them stay physically fit and active.Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453How to Hold a Pencil: https://youtu.be/pMC0Cx3Uk84Eddie O'Connor - Psychology of Performance: http://amzn.to/2LJ4ieCWalter Murch (film editor): https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004555/The...
2019-07-1647 minDraftsmenFinding Time to DrawThis episode starts with a bang! Marshall adds onto last week’s episode about choosing *older* art parents. Stan talks about hyper-analyzing our schedule to identify blocks of time that we want to use differently. It’s amazing how much time can be created by using our time more efficiently. We can draw more every day if we know how to make time for it. Marshall discusses external structures and deadlines to force us to finish things and identifying the non-negotiables in our schedules. How do we balance personal life and work? A caller asks about selling art and join...
2019-07-0959 minDraftsmenAdopting Art Parents to Develop Your StyleStan and Marshall talk about adopting good “art parents” - the artists that inspire you and who will influence your style and technique. A caller asks how to establish a daily drawing routine that he can stick with. Marshall likes to Netflix and Chill with a good Coen Brothers film. Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Artists mentioned in this video: http://proko.com/330Cooper Taco: http://proko.com/draftsmen-media/cooper-taco.mp4Learn to Draw - www.proko.comMarshall Vandruff - www.marshallart.comStan...
2019-07-0256 minDraftsmenWhat Are The Fundamentals?Stan and Marshall talk about the fundamentals all artists need to learn to become talented draftsmen. The basic elements of picture making. Stan and Marshall show off their favorite art books. A caller wants to know how he can improve drawing from imagination and Stan’s “thang” is finally something that isn’t from his Amazon Wishlist! Huzzah!!!Call and Ask Your Art Questions: 1-858-609-9453Marshall’s Book Reviews: http://www.marshallart.com/reviews Stan’s Book Recommendations: http://proko.com/books Courses Flowchart: http://proko.co...
2019-06-2541 minDraftsmenOur Biggest Art MistakesIn this episode, Marshall and Stan talk about the biggest art and career mistakes they’ve made. Stan accidentally draws a fetus. Marshall attempts to insult Stan. The caller of the week asks about the best drawing and painting apps for iPad.Kangaroo Memes - https://boards.fireden.net/ic/thread/2870283/ Drawing From Imagination Livestream - https://youtu.be/GOuIgevbHs8?t=2333 Learn to Draw - www.proko.com Marshall Vandruff - www.marshallart.com Stan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenko Learn more about your ad choices...
2019-06-1844 minDraftsmenBoosting Productivity and Advice for Young ArtistsStan gets a message on Instagram from a lazy artist. Stan and Marshall talk about the importance of focus, discipline, productivity, pushing past distractions, importance of environment, and mindful eating. Should you listen to music while you work? A young caller wants to know how to get noticed as an artist.Learn to Draw - www.proko.com Marshall Vandruff - www.marshallart.com Stan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenko Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-06-1147 minDraftsmenFear of Critiques and Attempting PhotorealismStan and Marshall discuss fearing critique but growing from it, finding a good balance with feedback, and what they think about photorealism. Marshall is teaching a workshop and Stan loves his shoes.Learn to Draw - www.proko.com Marshall Vandruff - www.marshallart.com Stan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenko Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-06-0445 minDraftsmenDraftsmen - Official TrailerStan Prokopenko and Marshall Vandruff are art instructors. If you love the arts, particularly the craft of drawing and painting and image-making… and you want to level up your skills or even make a living with your skills, we are here to answer your questions. We’re here to offer you advice, refer you to our resources, share your love of the craft and maybe inspire you! Learn to Draw - www.proko.com Marshall Vandruff - www.marshallart.com Stan Prokopenko - instagram.com/stanprokopenko Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
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