BUILDING YOUR ILLUSTRATION CAREER | 3 Steps I Followed to Quit my Job and Become an Illustrator

[@AsiaOrlando]

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[@nancye7520]

Thanks!

[@rosie2540]

that dog has the loveliest eyes i've ever seen. Love your work too!

[@AsiaOrlando]

She is :) thank you so much 😊

[@rosie2540]

@@AsiaOrlando oh thank You for replying! You’re so inspiring :) what type of dog is she? I’ve just rescued one but I’ve never seen eyes like hers!

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thanks a lot! We really don’t know what breed is she. Might have some bat 🦇 in the family with those ears 😊

[@nataliatamayovelez3288]

Thank you! You are amazing!!!!

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much Natalia :)

[@mariaribo.]

Just what I needed to hear! Thanks!!

[@AsiaOrlando]

So great to hear Maria :)

[@Sogandganj]

thank you!!! that was the thing i needed ...

[@AsiaOrlando]

Great to hear that 🙏🏼

[@wildgreyz5278]

You are beautiful, and so is your art. This video was clean, straight to the point and easy to follow. Thank you

[@Victoria-fl4cs]

Thank you, this video was very helpful. I like your work!

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much Victoria :) glad that helped

[@monio.9444]

I'm glad you made it!

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@ShomeAvi]

Wish you all the best. You are a good person. Thank you.

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thanks 🙏🏼

[@haithamsherby7134]

great talk, thanks!

[@AsiaOrlando]

Glad you liked it!

[@StillArts]

Hi, Asia thanks for sharing your experience. 😊

[@likejass]

really inspiring ...thanks for sharing 👏

[@anaofelia1609]

Thank you! Your video was very inspiring.

[@aytankhanbayli1039]

Thank u! ❤️

[@damok9999]

The fact you made jewelry on the side really surprised me. You have style. I've made jewelry as well it's a lot of work and the competition is tough. Thanks for the video I like your color choices and clean looks.

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much for the nice words :)

[@lunarhm3242]

so beautiful..thank u

[@imcyrahalasan]

Hi I'm new to your channel 👋🏼 and your video is inspiring and informative at the same time. 🥰

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much Mary Ann means a lot :) super glad you enjoyed it 😉

[@imcyrahalasan]

@@AsiaOrlando Your welcome 🥰

[@wassupkevin]

I loved this video so much 💛

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you Kevin 👍🏼

[@arvillamaedesigns]

Super inspiring thank you

[@corgicorn8216]

really helpful vid! thank you so much

[@sylviat9825]

I really like your style of illustration!

[@creativereflux4336]

The words used are very sincere. I feel the honesty. Very nice! Thanks for sharing!

[@j.t.s8618]

Thank you for the inspiration I received watching this and for sharing very handy information🌸

[@fatemerhmi]

Really inspiring, best of luck on the journey :)

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much 😊 you too

[@Nomadoma]

Omg your dog!!!❤️💜🧡

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thanks, she is one of a kind 😊🐕

[@ahmadkhalilmustafar3003]

Tanx for d advise

[@lefish5277]

Thanks for this video

[@hakamsoufan]

Great video ... thank you

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Andrea-dc2jc]

This is so beautiful makes me cry

[@Voiusea]

Thank you so so much.

[@Skyygems]

Wonderful video. Thank you for sharing.

[@roohinizamzai5601]

Thanks for sharing ur experince . It inspires and motivates people like me who is about to take her first step on this road.

[@littlepinkpebble]

gonna listen now thanks for posting !

[@beyza4263]

thank you very much for making this video, it just made me feel so much better❤ I’m inspired to continue my small business

[@pragatibhadrecha9797]

Where was the video my whole life youtube???????? I mean this video is all of the things I want to be in my life. Thank you soooooooooooooooo much Asia Orlando now I can show this video as an example to my family so that even I can be like you! You may don't know but this video has helped me veryyyyyyyyy much. Literally like I always want to live in Amsterdam and want to be an illustrator and even an interior designer and wanted my own clay jewelry small business. So once again thank you!

[@satar_m]

Omg her eyes is like an ocean 🌊

[@riccardozottarel9978]

thank you Very much for your great advice and for share your passion thank you

[@kidsfs3020]

Thank you so mach. I’m on my way to be illustrator 🤩 but es ist so hard 🤯

[@AsiaOrlando]

It takes time and patience 🌿

[@a_k_a_c]

so many thank u :)

[@tiffanyvargasdesantis9291]

💛💛💛

[@freelancerbelle5986]

OMG Nice video!

[@starblueming]

Thank you so much for making this video. You are right that it’s not easy to left our job that give us stable income but there is something more important. The important thing is our happiness. I hope i can follow your decision and your success, this video mean a lot to me. Stay healthy 🥲☺️

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thanks you so much Karina for watching :) super happy that meant something and resonated 😊

[@starblueming]

@@AsiaOrlando you are welcome ☺️

[@heeerooo5124]

Thanks

[@gc6497]

I love your channel and art. I think you are a nice person

[@jc4196]

Thank you so much for this video. Your art, your motivation, your uplifting words. I thank you.

[@tedbragg74]

I was a children’s illustrator for 3 years. Couldn’t decipher the creative briefs and all the meta speak by the self absorbed ARs. Stressed out so bad my hair grayed at 23yrs. Had to quit.

[@AsiaOrlando]

So sorry to hear that, sometimes it’s not easy but luckily there some amazing clients out there ✌️

[@MrBiswas123]

I like the channel vibes

[@magjandighital_craft6636]

i am a programmer and before i studied for artist. And now i switched my carrier as illustrator. so your advice motivated me. thanks

[@AsiaOrlando]

That's amazing! and good to hear! all the very best :)

[@thepeopleplaceandnaturepod8344]

I like your cute art style! 💚💚💚

[@VelvetRose8]

This is amazing. You work is great! I wonder how hard it is starting this career without a background in art, starting learning everything (drawing, painting etc.) from scratch. 😑 I feel like it will take decades at minimum and then I give up. ☹️

[@AsiaOrlando]

Hi 👋 - I think anyone can start, it might take a bit more of time and patience :)

[@VelvetRose8]

@@AsiaOrlando thank you so much Asia for this encouragement. Means a lot. 💛

[@caddious6853]

❤

[@wellingtonWMD]

It´s so cool your work Asia. I just found out your channel randonly and as right now I am seriously thinking quiting my job as fabric pattern illustrator at a factory here in Brasil. My days felt unmotivated and I belive that I have lots of potential. I have a degree in Graphic Design and just finished my college but jobs for those areas at least here where I live is shorten and very badly paid. Your video just fueled my wishes and will keep working hard to finally handling the pink envelop at HR.

[@AsiaOrlando]

So good to hear Wellington, happy that it help with the spark ⚡️ all the very best, be patience and build it with time :)

[@MakeArtBae]

Won’t lie this is the toughest journey I’ve been on! That’s how I know I’m on the right path! Great quote!

[@chetanwani8962]

Beautiful 💕🥰👍

[@AAKZ]

Thank you so much for sharing. ❤️ Thinking of quitting my job and do what I am passionate about, but there are so many "but" and "what ifs", then I saw this video. ☺️ Thank you.

[@AsiaOrlando]

So great to hear that helped :)

[@otaviosantosdealbuquerque]

Thank you! These are really helpful 🙏🏼

[@fabiolabonghifineart]

thank you so much Asia. I am an Italian independent artist and it is very difficult to keep staying persistent, your video is very encouraging.

[@manishmalli13]

Facing this lonely issue while working alone! Your video gives hope :D

[@vineetboyle]

Lovely video.

[@Chillmaisha]

Hi Asia! You and your dog are sooo adorable! Thank you for the tips!

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much Maisha 😊 really appreciate it :)

[@tahahamza9338]

Thank you Asia! You’re video is very motivating ♥️

[@ArtBusinesswithNess]

Getting started in illustration is so hard, but you're giving some really good tips! A strong portfolio and reaching out proactively to potential clients has worked great for me. I love your artwork, Asia!

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much for the nice words!!! and sharing your experience 😊🤗👍🏼 means a lot

[@garrettviewegh677]

You don’t necessarily need a degree anyway. It can look good on a resume, but it’s really the quality of the portfolio they look for. You don’t really have to go to college to learn fine arts or illustration. You’re local arts center, if it has art classes, and courses online can help you learn the fundaments and build from the basics. Reaching out to pros and friends for advice on organizing a great portfolio on being active on social media is a great way to get noticed.

[@cinereus3601]

Great video

[@Amcintosh0217]

Set a goal, make a plan and stay persistent. Great advice that I needed to hear rn. I love your designs, looking forward to more of your videos!

[@AsiaOrlando]

Ashleigh, so happy to hear that! Means a lot to me, I really hope my videos will help ⚡️Thank you for the support and the amazing vibe 😊

[@libertysdesignlab8064]

So true! If you make it simple and focus there is no reason why you can't accomplish you dreams!

[@marinanogueira1080]

Very inspiring!!! =]

[@diaryofdaksha]

How did you decide an illustration style?

[@AsiaOrlando]

Hi 👋 I believe is something that develops over time, not something one can choose 🤗 it will come naturally with time ⚡️

[@diaryofdaksha]

@@AsiaOrlando thanks for letting me know

[@DennisCNolasco]

Thanks for sharing your story Asia.

[@katavanova3785]

thanks for this video and i wish you all the best for your projects and dreams!

[@nizarmehemmed9062]

I realy like your art style what a talent . I wish i can draw like you .😉

[@thelisaw]

01/03/2023: * came across with this video. You inspired me, Asia ☺ - this shall be my go-to space when I need motivation.

[@fianoanthonio]

It might be a stupid question. What camera and lens did you use for this video? The angle/perspective is looking good for this video.

[@AsiaOrlando]

Hi Fiano how are you, thats a good question check here kit.co/orlandopedro/youtube-gear-2021

[@fianoanthonio]

@@AsiaOrlando Thanks a lot. Anyway, I have downloaded your free brush pack. Really nice. Thanks again

[@littleravendesigns5587]

I always wanted to an animator/illustrator and just beyond working at jobs where I am not appreciated. I am so ready to stay and home and work my tail off as an illustrator. Where do you post your work for sale? How do you get better commissions? I have my work on Etsy and I never get any traffic after 2 years even making tons of changes like pricing, hashtags, appearances. People seem to like my work but I am not a strong salesperson

[@AsiaOrlando]

That’s normal, it happens till you find your way. Maybe you want to check this video on Etsy and alternatives kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmbHapKuqLGVmLc

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you everyone for the support. I hope that sharing my experience in illustration so far will help :)

[@soft_threads]

I too really want to learn and do digital illustration but the problem for me is I don't have and iPad nor a laptop to start with and looking at the illustrates like you I feel really motivated to do but just because I don't have a source to start I can't do it.

[@AsiaOrlando]

You can always start like I did with pencil and paper :)

[@soft_threads]

@@AsiaOrlando thank k you you so much for your reply it really means a lot to me

[@madelinestephens9269]

Wow! I actually went to school for interior design as well but I didn’t like the concepts of having to reuse ideas and not be as creative

[@prove_it000]

Beautiful. what software is that you're using to illustrate?

[@leahlee2323]

What is the program that you are using,to skech on you tablet plz?

[@AsiaOrlando]

It’s procreate on iPad 👍🏼

[@leahlee2323]

@@AsiaOrlando Tks 😊👍🏼

[@TyTLZacharie]

Where did you get your coffee mug?

[@SamuelGarijo]

Thank you!

[@dawidpolakowski]

Thank you very much for recording this video it was very inspiring, we are starting with my wife, art business (From Purple Cloud Art Shop) every good motivation is like a treasure.

[@bettspaints]

Thank you for your helpful video! I am currently a freelancer (i quit my job as a graphic designer) and i recently figured out that i want to become a freelance illustrator. However i have been having a hard time planning my life out because I don’t know where to begin. Your video helped me set the proper mindset to pursue what i really love. Your work is inspiring!

[@AsiaOrlando]

Hi Betina, how are you 😊that’s so good to hear, so cool that it helped 🌱 means a lot 🌱all the very best :)

[@michelle9182]

So i am thinking about being an illustrator and do u think a graphic design major would help or should i do studio art?

[@bettspaints]

@@michelle9182 i think they both have their perks, it would really just depend on personal preference. As an artist there's a lot of freedom to explore. Keep in mind that a graphic designer is more geared towards making logos, layouts, product / packaging design, etc. Those are some of the things that I have not really been able to apply in my projects as an illustrator except for layouts (book design) wherein i made both book layout and the illustrations. It does help having technical knowledge on design principles and software but if it's not a priority, you can simply study those on your own. I hope this helps 😊

[@michelle9182]

@@bettspaints thank you so much for responding! I was thinking maybe graphic design since nowadays everything is related to technology. And perhaps help me better to market myself u know

[@Ernecio06]

Thank you for sharing your encouraging story! Wish you success!

[@rheab8047]

Love your vibe.

[@biancazeichnet]

Funny how many interior designers turn into illustrators. i am at the same stage and never thought i could earn money with my drawings. But slowly my illsutration buisness is starting to pick up and i am so thankful for that. In all honesty, the architecture and interior architecture is really hard. Working 12 hours a day and being treated like shit was normal. That's why i decided to take a step back from interior design. Instead i found art.I don't regret going full freelance. I can totally understand everything you are saying, because it is not easy being a freelancer. Especially during these covid times. Thank you for this inspirational video! I needed this today.

[@AsiaOrlando]

So happy you find this inspirational and that illustration is going out great :) hopefully, more stories like ours will inspire others to take that step 🤗

[@chelonyscreativechannel]

you are an amazing person , im so happy that i have found you , im in the same situation but i already started my biz but still struggling

[@Mayumi221988]

Hi Asia! I really love your video and your works and jewelry business! I am starting now to brand myself, I thank you for inspiring me to be motivated and be persistent. I agree that nothing worth comes too easy!

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much Sarah for such lovely words! I’m so happy that you got inspired :) made my day 😊

[@Mayumi221988]

@@AsiaOrlando you're welcome 💕☺️ talents really must be shared to inspire others. By the way what did you enjoy the most traditional or digital painting?

[@AsiaOrlando]

To be honest I enjoy both, each one for different reasons 😊

[@Mayumi221988]

@@AsiaOrlando really? I will try doing digital because of how the color appears 😉

[@AsiaOrlando]

All the very very best :) 🤗🤗🤗

[@amwartwork]

one thing i dont like (aswell) lol is the websites that generate artwork for a person. thus removing the need of the actual artisit. photoshop is getting more and more simple to use and one day companies wont need a graphic designer. unfortunatley in business, competetion kills equality.

[@AsiaOrlando]

Yes, crazy times we live in

[@shereenelsayed5714]

Thank you for sharing your trip and your work .. so humble and to the point❤👍🏻glad i accidently discoverd your channel❤❤

[@AthreyaChidambi]

Very sensible advice! Thank you!

[@loumarich3562]

What equipment are using daily?

[@AsiaOrlando]

iPad Pro 12 ⚡️

[@loumarich3562]

@@AsiaOrlando and Procreate?

[@AsiaOrlando]

Yes, definitely ⚡️

[@wandererclarisse]

Hey, I'm a high school student who's been having doubts lately about whether I can eventually do freelance after I graduate. This video was really helpful and insightful as well as encouraging. Thanks for the advice!

[@chanfleman]

thank you

[@AnaisStAmant]

Thank you for this wonderful video!!

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much Anais :)

[@evelienerichsen2317]

Thank you for sharing your story. I loved you saying that it’s not about the likes on instagram, but how you value your work.🙌

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much Evelien 😊 I think that it’s becoming more and more relevant with the use of Social Media

[@umrkhayam]

Thank you for making this! Which service should I use to make an online store? I'm currently working on fiverr and want to switch to my own platform.

[@AsiaOrlando]

Hi 👋 I use Squarespace 👉 geni.us/ZsQYHhA using the code PARTNER10 get a 10%OFF

[@MarMarVibes]

Precious doggo

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much :)

[@Landphoo]

Love you..you keep doing give to yourself and didn’t give up what you believe and you come out to shareing your success........

[@filiphajdu6432]

Nice video :)

[@greenbean2409]

Aww I love your dog 😍😍 so cute 🥰

[@AsiaOrlando]

Thank you so much! She is very cute and she knows it💃😊

[@aybuje]

Hi from Turkey. Thank you so much for the video.