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Author/Illustrator Dean Rankine on what it takes to make a career out of your craft
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In this episode of The Book Deal Podcast, hosts Tina Strachan interviews Dean Rankine, a renowned author-illustrator best known for his work on iconic franchises such as The Simpsons, Futurama, and Rick and Morty. Dean shares his journey from a shy, anxious child passionate about drawing to becoming a prolific illustrator and author, discussing his latest book series 'Death Metal Emo Elves.' The conversation delves into the challenges of merging writing and illustrating, the impact of AI on creative industries, and practical advice for aspiring author-illustrators. Dean emphasizes the importance of persistence, navigating rejections, and leveraging side gigs to sustain a creative career. Additionally, the episode explores his role in comic conventions and the enriching, albeit demanding, experience of conducting school workshops.
00:00 Welcome to The Book Deal Podcast
00:43 Introducing Dean Rankin
02:17 Dean's Journey as an Illustrator
04:37 The Impact of AI on Creativity
13:20 Dean's Notable Works
15:31 Creating Death Metal Emo Elves
20:39 Persistence in the Publishing Industry
28:41 Drawing for The Simpsons and Rick and Morty
37:22 Influence of Reading on Writing
37:54 Comic Book Creation Process
38:32 Challenges of Being an Author-Illustrator
40:19 Navigating the Publishing World
41:50 Successful Collaborations
50:33 Balancing Side Gigs and Creative Work
01:00:05 Comic Conventions and Workshops
01:08:54 Top Tips for Aspiring Authors and Illustrators
01:11:48 Philosophy on Creative Success
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