All these websites provide wonderful opinions and tips on how to be successful in the artworld as well as what the industry is like! Of course there is a lot more to it but this is a good start to better prepare yourself for the real world!
Illustration
this is an interview with a well know illustrator who has published their work many times and I would consider her a pro!
Tips and ideas that can help improve your work ethic and your view on art.
Marloes Devries' blog on how to become a freelance illustrator. Tips and tricks with a casual vibe and helpful things to remember.
Technically for illustrators but I felt a lot of these tips are good for all artists! Very quick and basic, a good reminder on healthy work.
Rebecca Green Illustration blog
Rebecca Green's Illustration blog. Each month there is a new blog with a new skills ,idea ,or theme of illustration and she explains it step by step and why its important.
Jillian Tamaki's teaching and handouts.
Jillian Tamaki teaching section is full of wonderful handouts, essays ,and industry secrets!
Trends for 2022 that are still trending now! These are just some examples of trends that are going around and influence next years trends as well!
Alina Zahid Khan's tips on how to improve your comic skills! Since comics are quite popular in the major these are some wonderful tips and tricks to remember!
Animation
a blog from a studio about how to get experience to work in a real animation studio!
Ask Mike Rianda anything! this is literally a reddit blog made by the guy who made gravity falls! He's obviously a pro and a lot of the tips on here are quite helpful for mental health and for being a better artist!
Basic animation guidelines for people who just need a little reminder or maybe your just starting out!
I've noticed a huge influx of people wanting to become concept artists- so here is the guide to stick your feet in! These tips will help you better understand what it takes and how to get there!
A list of things to consider about getting a degree in the art of making video games! The guy who made Minecraft said so!!!
Loved the bluntness of this! So you may think you know everything you have to do to become an animator, but what about what you SHOULD NOT do! Here is a blog all about it!
YAY JOB TIME! but wait.. how do i? OH HERE IS SOME TIPS ON HOW TO GET A JOB RIGHT HERE!
Good basic information on different job opportunities for an animator!
General Tips from Students!
COMMUNICATION! ALWAYS ALWAYS ALWAYS ask questions! SPEAK UP! Show you care about what your learning and that you TRULY want to be in the business! People may not remember your art but they WILL remember how you made them feel when presenting it! - Izzy
Try to get paid or at least a down payment from your client BEFORE you start working on their commission. Unfortunately not everyone is completely honest. Also, if they refuse to do either, which is highly suspicious, tell them to get lost! - Morgan
churros are nice