The Good Ship Illustration
The Good Ship IllustrationWelcome to The Good Ship Illustration - the podcast for illustrators who are quietly working away in their sketchbooks thinking… “is it just me?”
…it’s not just you!
We’re Helen Stephens, Katie Chappell and Tania Willis - three full-time illustrators from three different corners of the industry (and three different age brackets ). We live in the same seaside town in the UK and started having cup... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 117 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsDesign | |||
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This week's podcast is a sneaky peek into the live Q&A calls we do for our Find Your Creative Voice; Fly Your Freak Flag students. (They happen monthly at the moment.)
WHADDA CHAT.
In this episode, we talk about:
• Pursuing boredom
• The Artists'... more
This week our Katie is chatting to Alice Bowsher, who's work she would like to bite (In a good way. The same way you want to bite very cute babies. Is it called cuteness aggression?)
Anyways, there's chat about creative career paths, Glastonbury bag... more
This week, we're STIIIIIILL talking about Bologna Children's Book Fair (for the last time, we promise 😅) - this episode was supposed to come out as soon as we got home, but the technology gremlins have been fighting with us every step of the way. B... more
It's all fun and games until someone mentions FINAL ARTWORK. (Arghhhh)
Sound familiar? Thought so.
So we get stuck into Inky's question: how do you get out of your own way and switch off the overthinking brains?
All three of us wrestle with this ... more
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- One of my favourites
As a kids book illustrator, I love this podcast . I have taken a couple of courses with the Good Ship and learned so much from each one. Having the podcast to tune into as well , and get some regular advice from Helen , Tania and Katie is so helpful . Their friendly style really makes it feel like you’re sitting around having a cuppa together .
Apple Podcasts5Sarah Lovell Art
Canadaa month ago - Love these podcasts !
I listen to these over and over - I know I’ll pick up some nugget I missed first time round!What a friendly trio of illustrators sharing so much advice. I highly recommend listening while you’re working !
Apple Podcasts5pinkpig10
United Kingdom4 months ago - Good vibes, good advice, good company!
This has become one of my comfy, favorite illustration podcasts (and I have only 2!). The energy and mood the Good Ship captains bring to the table has no price. I will forever be grateful! Ahoy!
Apple Podcasts5NoaSauer
Spain4 months ago - So glad to discover this show!
I enjoy everything about this show, the hosts are all the perfect combo of friendliness, advice and experience, and wondering and being curious together. Love it!
Apple Podcasts5>kat.Lea<
United States5 months ago - The Great CMYK & RGB Debate
I love how these guys break down massive topics such as CMYK v RGB into bite sized chunks and always start out with different views but tie up all the loose ends. Very satisfying. Always wish the episodes were longer.
Apple Podcasts5Debe51
Australiaa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #19 | United States/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #8 | United Kingdom/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #30 | Canada/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #196 | United Kingdom/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #15 | Australia/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #21 |  Italy/Arts/Design |
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Good Ship Illustration
What is The Good Ship Illustration about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A warm, supportive show that helps illustrators navigate practical career challenges, from project flow and creative blocks to pitching, publishing, pricing, and dealing with clients. Episodes blend hands-on techniques (scaling roughs, light boxes, live drawing, portfolio strategies) with candid discussions about industry realities, education, and personal voice. A standout element is the trio's chemistry and community vibe—three experienced illustrators offering empathy, actionable tips, and long-running courses that extend beyond episodes. Listeners likely value friendly, down-to-earth guidance, real-world examples, and a collaborative tone that feels like chatting with fellow creators over coffee. Potential listeners will find it useful ... more
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The Good Ship Illustration launched 6 years ago and published 117 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Good Ship Illustration include:
1. Shana Rama
2. Nicola Allan
3. Lauren Cox
4. Lorna Burt
5. Martin Salisbury
6. Carys Wright
7. Kira Matthews
8. Jill Calder
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