In this episode Olga talks about Narrative Illustration. What does it mean, and how to do it. With examples on how small changes can create story in your illustration work.
Time Trap. What's stealing your time?
02/12/2025 | 18 mins.
In this episode Olga talks about social media, the ultimate time stealer, and what she did about it. She gives concrete ideas for maximizing your time and rebooting that creative flow.
Can Art be a hobby again?
30/10/2025 | 42 mins.
In this episode we have Sunny as a guest! We chat about the constant pull to monetize art. After leaving the industry and not seeking art as career, the siren call to make money from art can ruin the joy of it.
Illo Chat Comes Back!
22/10/2025 | 3 mins.
The podcast is back! Hosted by Olga Herrera. Let's chat again! There will be thoughtful and insightful conversations with guest artists, and think out-loud wonderings with Olga.
EP 47 Final Episode
02/3/2025 | 55 mins.
Our journey here is coming to an end. We've loved every minute we have gotten to chit-chat on this platform. We'd like to thank all of our past and future listeners for tagging along. We wish you much success and inspiration in your art journey. Thanks for listening.
Cover Art by Olga Herrera Podcast and video production by Sunny Duran
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Illo Chat is a podcast for illustrators working in the children's book industry. Creative, funny and full of information on how to write, illustrate, and publish picture books and how to become a professional illustrator. Olga Herrera, children's book author and illustrator, teaches about the publishing industry and the behind the scenes work that goes into book design and illustration. Kidlit discussions and insights for artist and creatives.
WEBSITE: www.illochat.com
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