Illustration Portfolio Critique: Children's Book Illustration

Hear a detailed critique of an children's book illustration portfolio, starting with a critique of the overall portfolio, followed by critiques for each individual artwork. This video highlights what aspects of the entire art school portfolio and artworks are working well, and recommends concrete strategies for how to make progress.
Critique by Teaching Artist Alex Rowe, portfolio by Yuko Okabe.
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[@nelsonyiap81]

My top takeaway was: it's okay to be versatile, but to just show it in an organized way. Thank you for sharing

[@artprof]

Yes, if you want to work professionally as an illustrator, presentation makes a huge difference! -Prof Lieu

[@sanitize808]

This critique is amazing! Reminds me of my children’s book class, think about double page spreads , book dummies and think about where things fall in the middle of the pages. Thank you for this

[@artprof]

That's great to hear! We have a book illustration video coming up soon, you can preview it here: artprof.org/courses/book-illustration-in-gouache/

[@rollingdowntheblvd]

I know Georgie may not translate in the typical sense for a children's story. But it spoke to me quite personally, as someone who grew up in the military and went to 9 schools k-12 all over the country. It made perfect sense to me. This comment is probably irrelevant as it's a personal connection but just saying that not everything needs a super clear beginning middle and end! You never know who will connect to a story that seemingly doesn't make sense. It certainly connected with me.

[@artprof]

That's wonderful! I think the broad range & variety of children's book illustration is fascinating, because it shows how even at such young ages, children have their own very specific tastes! - Mia, Art Prof Staff

[@sylvieflamand6090]

I love that it's vague. I could make up the details. And I'm sure kids would with their limitless imagination.

[@andreapierce976]

Really visually interesting portfolio from Yuko and your critique is really constructive.

[@longbeachinthehouse]

Great critique! I would like to see an update critique with Yuko’s artwork/portfolio.

[@artprof]

Great suggestion! Thank you so much for watching :) - Mia Rozear, Art Prof Staff

[@RedLouise]

thanks for making this video. It's so helpful!

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Thanks! We have many more video critiques on our main site: artprof.org/critiques/

[@richardhughes8202]

Really fantastic constructive feedback. Given me a lot of inspiration. Thanks so much.

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That's great to hear, thank you!

[@MastersGraduate2023]

Very imaginative book. Thank you for the tutorial.

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You’re welcome!

[@mariaalejacardozoyahenglish]

High level critique and amazing portfolio 👏👏👏

[@SourEggz]

If you are going to bring up pudgy pigeons - you need to show me those pudgy, plump pigeons!

[@khadijeha3042]

Love this

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