3 Point Perspective: The Illustration Podcast

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Professional illustrators talking about illustration, how to do it, how to make a living at it, and how to make an impact in the world with your art. Hosts: Lee White, Jake Parker, Samantha Cotterill, and Anthony Wheeler.

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March 11 · 1 hr 8 min
You Need to Get out of the House
Why does fostering community matter? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White share the benefits of a solid creative network (with a bonus discussion about what makes a best-seller!). 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
March 3 · 1 hr 23 min
Raissa Figueroa: Turning Serendipity into a Prolific Career
Award-winning illustrator Raissa Figeuroa joins Sam Cotterill and Lee White to share her path from making art part-time to becoming the illustrator of over 25 books in 5 years. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
February 24 · 1 hr 14 min
Are You a Puddle-Jumper or a Train-Tracker?
Should you choose a niche and settle in, or follow the winds of inspiration? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White teach how to pick the path that aligns with your values in this live-recorded Q&A. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
February 17 · 1 hr 12 min
Mind-Shifting Marketing Ideas for Your Art Business
Are you marketing your art all wrong? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler discuss how to turn followers into customers (without cheap gimmicks). 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
February 3 · 1 hr 5 min
We Went to SCBWI: Here’s How it Went
Back from the SCBWI conference in New York, Sam Cotterill and Lee White recap the trip, from funny stories to biggest takeaways (plus tips on how to make the most of conferences like these). 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
January 27 · 1 hr 1 min
Claudia Rueda: Entering the Child’s World
Jake Parker and Samantha Cotterill interview Claudia Rueda, a Colombian author and illustrator whose Smushkin characters connect with young readers in unexpected ways. Learn about Claudia’s path to illustration, the role of luck in an illustrator’s journey, how to appreciate the small child’s world, and more. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
January 20 · 1 hr
The One Where Lee’s Friends Thought He Died
Jake, Sam, and Lee discuss Lee’s untimely death, Jake’s rules for 2026, and how to find work when you’re in between jobs. Reflect, laugh, and gain inspiration for the new year with us. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Dec 23, 2025 · 14 min
Creative Seasons
Want to avoid burnout, increase productivity, and have more fun in 2026? Jake Parker shares how seasonal living feeds the soul and how you can implement it into your creative practice. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Dec 16, 2025 · 1 hr 13 min
Too Many Ideas, Not Enough Time
Overwhelmed with ideas? Join Jake Parker, Samantha Cotterill, and Lee White to learn how to evaluate potential projects and make the best selection. Plus, get an insider preview at the projects our pros are working on in 2026. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Dec 9, 2025 · 1 hr 25 min
Can Artists Use AI Productively?
Can you build an art career without social media? How helpful is AI, actually? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler discuss why human connections still outweigh algorithms and how you can use them to your advantage. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Dec 2, 2025 · 1 hr 13 min
The Best Picture Books of 2025
Are celebrities worthy authors for our children? Is there still a place for highly detailed illustrations? Anthony Wheeler, Lee White, and Jake Parker discuss recent trends in indie kidlit, the evolution of the illustration industry, and more in this episode. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Nov 25, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
Can Chronic Illness Kill Your Art Career?
Can you succeed in illustration with a chronic illness? Samantha Cotterill shares her experience as an artist with rheumatoid arthritis with Jake Parker and Lee White. Discover how to rest without guilt and pace yourself for a long, vibrant career. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Nov 18, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
Why You Should Meet Your Heroes
Why is in-person connection so important? Jake Parker and Lee White discuss the value of learning from and uplifting other artists in real life as Jake reflects on his takeaways from New York Comic Con. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Nov 11, 2025 · 1 hr 30 min
The Top Five Questions Artists Ask Pros
What’s the best schedule for illustrators? How do you choose your materials? What keeps you motivated? Anthony Wheeler, Samantha Cotterill, and Lee White tackle their most commonly asked questions and pepper in time-tested advice. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Nov 4, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
Destination: Inspiration
What do travel, recording technology, and illustration have in common? Lee White, Samantha Cotterill, and Anthony Wheeler explore how new (and sometimes uncomfortable) experiences expand your skills and feed your creative bank account. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Oct 28, 2025 · 1 hr 22 min
How Much I Made at NYCC
Jake Parker is back from tabling at New York Comic Con; was it worth it? Crunch the numbers, hear the stories, and learn more about the experience alongside Samantha Cotterill and Anthony Wheeler. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Oct 21, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min
How to Make Your Portfolio So Good It Can't Be Ignored
Our best portfolio tips, all in one place! Tune in to hear Jake Parker, Lee White, and multiple guests share how to build a portfolio that stands out and lands the jobs you want. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Oct 14, 2025 · 1 hr 50 min
Do What Scares You
Jake Parker, Anthony Wheeler, and Lee White update us on their latest projects, wins and losses, and the lessons they’re learning. Tune in for some illustrator’s insider baseball. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Oct 7, 2025 · 1 hr 32 min
We Talk to a Caldecott Winner
Caldecott medalist Jason Chin joins Jake Parker and Lee White to discuss life as an award-winning illustrator, the mentorship that shaped his journey, and his dedication to making art that matters to kids and himself. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.
Sep 30, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min
6 Things Pros Embrace That Amateurs Fear
Are your amateur habits blocking your progress? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White divulge the secrets professional illustrators know that will advance your career to the next level. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.

3 Point Perspective: The Illustration Podcast

You Need to Get out of the House

Raissa Figueroa: Turning Serendipity into a Prolific Career

Are You a Puddle-Jumper or a Train-Tracker?

Mind-Shifting Marketing Ideas for Your Art Business

We Went to SCBWI: Here’s How it Went

Claudia Rueda: Entering the Child’s World

The One Where Lee’s Friends Thought He Died

Creative Seasons

Too Many Ideas, Not Enough Time

Can Artists Use AI Productively?

The Best Picture Books of 2025

Can Chronic Illness Kill Your Art Career?

Why You Should Meet Your Heroes

The Top Five Questions Artists Ask Pros

Destination: Inspiration

How Much I Made at NYCC

How to Make Your Portfolio So Good It Can't Be Ignored

Do What Scares You

We Talk to a Caldecott Winner

6 Things Pros Embrace That Amateurs Fear