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 | 128 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DesignArts | |||
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Trigger warning: In this episode, James talks openly about his experience of childhood sexual abuse, as well as addiction (drugs and alcohol). It's mentioned briefly in the 06:52 to 11:00 section and discussed again from 45:23. There's also plenty of... more
This week, you're stuck with Katie and Helen again, answering more of your businessy questions (Tania's back next week! Don't cry! She's coming back, really!)
RIP to our dear friend and editor Deirdre McDermott of Walker Books, who died recently. De... more
This week it's just Helen and Katie here (helloo - Tania was off in Naples eating pizza for us. We were living vicariously through her.)
Let's get stuck in and answer your excellent questions about marketing your illustration work.
"I just don't k... more
Jo Overend is in da house (ship?)
But first, Illustration Business Club is finally OPEN! It's been over a year since we last flung the doors open and we'd love to have you sailing with us! www.thegoodshipillustration.com/business
Jo is an a... more
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I’ve made my way through all the episodes, and I’m not even an illustrator! Loving the dynamic of the three and they are all terrific navigators of this good ship. Sail on!
Apple Podcasts5Aunty RoRo
Australia20 days ago - 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
Canada5 months 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 Kingdom7 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
Spain8 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!
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United States9 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #14 | United States/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #9 | United Kingdom/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #25 | Canada/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #174 | United Kingdom/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #32 |  France/Arts/Design |
Apple Podcasts | #46 | Australia/Arts/Design |
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A warm, practical show where three full-time illustrators answer listener questions about confidence, client challenges, pricing, creative blocks, and publishing for picture books. Across episodes, the trio shares personal workflows, live event experiences, and behind-the-scenes storytelling to demystify the illustrator's career path. Noteworthy bits include hands-on tips for studios, pitching, live illustration, and navigating fairs like Bologna, all delivered with humor and a strong sense of community. Listeners often cite the hosts' supportive dynamic and their ability to translate complex industry realities into actionable guidance for both new and established illustrators.
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The Good Ship Illustration launched 6 years ago and published 128 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. Jo Overend
2. Margo Tantau
3. Carly Kuhn
4. Alice Bowsher
5. Shana Rama
6. Nicola Allan
7. Lauren Cox
8. Lorna Burt
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