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Hey guys, in this episode, I am chatting with John Nevarez, a film and story artist from San Francisco. He has been in the animation industry for over 19 years. He is currently working remotely as a Visual Development and Story Artist at Sony Pictures Animation. Full Interview notes, guest contact, key takeaways, and resources: https://artsideoflife.com/john-nevarez/ Special offer for Art Side of Life listeners  ⭐️ Free 14 Days of Skillshare Premium - thousands of creative classes - illustration, painting, photography, well-being and many others 🔈 KNOWABLE Audio Courses - try for free - growing library of audio courses from experts and yours truly 📚🎧  Audible* - get it for FREE for 30-days - learn by listening to hundreds of books; *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases 🎓 Evolve Artist Program -  better than an art college education and only at a fraction of the cost - World’s Simplest Art Training Method  Helpful Guides and Reviews  Best iPad for Procreate Best Cheap Drawing Tablet with Screen for Artists Best Colored Pencils for Artists Best Digital Notepads Best Bezel Less Monitor Best Standalone Drawing Tablet for Artists Best iPad for Drawing Wacom vs iPad Pro - Which one is better? Best Android Tablets for Drawing Who Has the Better Drawing Tablet – Huion or Wacom? Best Wacom Alternatives Best Laptops for Digital Art The 6 Best Printers for Your Art Prints Best Scanner for Your Artworks Best Monitors for Designers and Artists The 7 Best Canvas Printers Best Sticker Maker and Sticker Printer Best Professional Artist Kits Best Drawing Figures and Art Mannequins Best Backpacks for Artists and Designers The Ultimate Guide to Best Books to Learn Drawing How Much Do Artists Make? The Ultimate Guide for a Self-Taught Artist The Ultimate Guide to Art Challenges (50+) Best Tablets for Photoshop CC  Subscribe to Art Side of Life Podcast to get notified when I post new episodes! https://artsideoflife.com/itunes &amp; https://artsideoflife.com/spotify   Follow Art Side of Life on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/art_side_of_life/ Subscribe to Art Side of Life http://subscribe.artsideoflife.com/newsletter Thanks for listening! Share this show on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest Special thanks to John for joining me today. If you enjoyed this interview please let me know with a review, hopefully, 5 stars because I would like to reach many artists like you! See you in the next episode :) Bye! Connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ivkam/

Hey guys, in this episode, I am chatting with John Nevarez, a film and story artist from San Francisco. He has been in the animation industry for over 19 years. He is currently working remotely as a Visual Development and Story Artist at Sony Pictures Animation. Full Interview notes, guest contact, key takeaways, and resources: <a href="https://artsideoflife.com/john-nevarez/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://artsideoflife.com/john-nevarez/</a> Special offer for Art Side of Life listeners <ul> <li>⭐️ <a href="https://artsideoflife.com/skillshare-pod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Free 14 Days of Skillshare Premium</a> - thousands of creative classes - illustration, painting, photography, well-being and many others</li> <li>🔈 <a href="https://artsideoflife.com/knowable-pod" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">KNOWABLE Audio Courses</a> - try for free - growing library of audio courses from experts and yours truly</li> <li>📚🎧 <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Books-and-Originals/b?ie=UTF8&amp;node=18145289011&amp;linkCode=ll2&amp;tag=asol09-20&amp;linkId=1abcbe00ae02d73934f8262ed8466e0a&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Audible</a>* - get it for FREE for 30-days - learn by listening to hundreds of books; *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases</li> <li>🎓 <a href="https://artsideoflife.com/evolve-pod" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Evolve Artist Program</a> -  better than an art college education and only at a fraction of the cost - World’s Simplest Art Training Method</li> </ul> Helpful Guides and Reviews <ul> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-ipad-for-procreate/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best iPad for Procreate</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/cheap-drawing-tablet-with-screen/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Cheap Drawing Tablet with Screen for Artists</a></li> <li><a rel="noopener">Best Colored Pencils for Artists</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-digital-notepads/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Digital Notepads</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/bezel-less-monitor/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Bezel Less Monitor</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-standalone-drawing-tablet/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Standalone Drawing Tablet for Artists</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-ipad-drawing/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best iPad for Drawing</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/wacom-vs-ipad-pro/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Wacom vs iPad Pro - Which one is better?</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-android-tablet-for-drawing/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Android Tablets for Drawing</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/huion-vs-wacom-drawing-tablet/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Who Has the Better Drawing Tablet – Huion or Wacom?</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-wacom-alternatives/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Wacom Alternatives</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-laptops-digital-art/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Laptops for Digital Art</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-printer-art-prints/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The 6 Best Printers for Your Art Prints</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-scanner-artworks/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Scanner for Your Artworks</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-monitor-for-artists/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Monitors for Designers and Artists</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-canvas-printer/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The 7 Best Canvas Printers</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-sticker-maker/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Sticker Maker and Sticker Printer</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/professional-artist-kits/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Professional Artist Kits</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/drawing-figures-for-artists/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Drawing Figures and Art Mannequins</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/artist-backpack/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Backpacks for Artists and Designers</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-drawing-books/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Ultimate Guide to Best Books to Learn Drawing</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/how-much-artists-make/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">How Much Do Artists Make?</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/how-to-be-a-self-taught-artist/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Ultimate Guide for a Self-Taught Artist</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/art-challenges/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Ultimate Guide to Art Challenges (50+)</a></li> <li><a href="https://artsideoflife.com/best-tablet-photoshop/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Tablets for Photoshop CC</a></li> </ul> Subscribe to Art Side of Life Podcast to get notified when I post new episodes! <a href="https://artsideoflife.com/itunes" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://artsideoflife.com/itunes</a> &amp; <a href="https://artsideoflife.com/spotify" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://artsideoflife.com/spotify</a> Follow Art Side of Life on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/art_side_of_life/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/art_side_of_life/</a> Subscribe to Art Side of Life <a href="http://subscribe.artsideoflife.com/newsletter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://subscribe.artsideoflife.com/newsletter</a> Thanks for listening! Share this show on <a href="http://bit.ly/2xObw7T" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="http://bit.ly/2j2PbzV" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a> or <a href="https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A//artsideoflife.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/ep-6-interview-with-john-nevarez.jpg&amp;media=https%3A//artsideoflife.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/ep-6-interview-with-john-nevarez.jpg&amp;description=Check%20out%20this%20great%20interview%20with%20John%20Nevarez%20at%20https%3A//artsideoflife.com/john-nevarez/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> Special thanks to John for joining me today. If you enjoyed this interview please let me know with a review, hopefully, 5 stars because I would like to reach many artists like you! See you in the next episode :) Bye! Connect with me on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ivkam/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ivkam/</a>

Ep.6: John Nevarez on working for animation studios like Pixar and SONY Pictures Animation

In part one of our interview, John Nevarez (Sony, Illumination, Pixar, Disney) gave us a masterclass in gesture drawing technique. Now, in part two, John talks about:  What that first day at Pixar is really like, Sneaky ways to get your work noticed, And the secret to staying sane in this crazy business…   Listen To Part 2 Of Our Interview With John Nevarez:  [ download the mp3 ] [ subscribe in iTunes ] Awesome Links: John Nevarez Music by Storybook Steve and Kangaralien It’s All Good In The Neighborhood… Inside the craziness of the animation industry, attitude is everything. John was able to sidestep getting stuck and keep moving forward with the help of his mantra, “It’s all good in the neighborhood.” How big of a role does attitude play in your work? Do you have any go-to words of wisdom that keep you positive and focused? Please share your thoughts in the comments below! The post Interview with Animation Layout &amp; Visual Development Artist, John Nevarez (Part 2) :: ArtCast #99 appeared first on ChrisOatley.com.

In <a href="/jn1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">part one</a> of our interview, <a href="https://johnnevarez.carbonmade.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">John Nevarez</a> (Sony, Illumination, Pixar, Disney) gave us a masterclass in gesture drawing technique. Now, in part two, John talks about: <ul> <li>What that first day at Pixar is really like,</li> <li>Sneaky ways to get your work noticed,</li> <li>And the secret to staying sane in this crazy business…</li> </ul> <h2>Listen To Part 2 Of Our Interview With John Nevarez:</h2> <a href="http://traffic.libsyn.com/oatley/ArtCast-99-John-Nevarez-P2.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[ download the mp3 ]</a> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/concept-art-illustration-chris/id282618693?mt=2" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">[ subscribe in iTunes ]</a> <h2>Awesome Links:</h2> <a href="https://johnnevarez.carbonmade.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">John Nevarez</a> Music by <a href="http://storybooksteve.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Storybook Steve</a> and <a href="https://kangaralien.bandcamp.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Kangaralien</a> <h2>It’s All Good In The Neighborhood…</h2> Inside the craziness of the animation industry, attitude is everything. John was able to sidestep getting stuck and keep moving forward with the help of his mantra, “It’s all good in the neighborhood.” How big of a role does attitude play in your work? Do you have any go-to words of wisdom that keep you positive and focused? Please share your thoughts in the comments below! The post <a href="https://chrisoatley.com/jn2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interview with Animation Layout &amp; Visual Development Artist, John Nevarez (Part 2) :: ArtCast #99</a> appeared first on <a href="https://chrisoatley.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ChrisOatley.com</a>.

Interview with Animation Layout & Visual Development Artist, John Nevarez (Part 2) :: ArtCast #99

John Nevarez approaches his art and his relationships the same way. Whether he encounters a new, blank page or a new person, John sees the opportunity to freely explore new and inspiring ideas. The whimsical energy in his sketches combined with his delightful personality has made him one of the most reputable professionals in the animation industry. His stellar career spans from storyboard revisionist to visual development artist, with stops along the way at every major animation studio, including Disney, Sony, Illumination, and Pixar. Today we discuss:  John’s iconic, visceral drawing style… Just saying no to your eraser… And what two dozen rejection letters gets you.   Listen To Part 1 Of Our Interview With John Nevarez:  [ download the mp3 ] [ subscribe in iTunes ] Next: John Talks About:  What that first day at Pixar is really like, Sneaky ways to get your work noticed, And the secret to staying sane in this crazy business…  Awesome Links: John Nevarez Music by Storybook Steve and Kangaralien When Did You Realize…? Growing up, John didn’t consider art to be a career path. He just knew that it made him happy. …until The Lion King. He was so inspired by the Disney film that he made it his mission to become part of the animation world. Who or what in your life first introduced you to art as a career?  …and if you’re a professional, what steps did you take to go from passionate to professional? Please share your thoughts in the comments below! The post Interview with Animation Layout &amp; Visual Development Artist, John Nevarez (Part 1) :: ArtCast #98 appeared first on ChrisOatley.com.

<a href="https://johnnevarez.carbonmade.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">John Nevarez</a> approaches his art and his relationships the same way. Whether he encounters a new, blank page or a new person, John sees the opportunity to freely explore new and inspiring ideas. The whimsical energy in his sketches combined with his delightful personality has made him one of the most reputable professionals in the animation industry. His stellar career spans from storyboard revisionist to visual development artist, with stops along the way at every major animation studio, including Disney, Sony, Illumination, and Pixar. Today we discuss: <ul> <li>John’s iconic, visceral drawing style…</li> <li>Just saying no to your eraser…</li> <li>And what two dozen rejection letters gets you.</li> </ul> <h2>Listen To Part 1 Of Our Interview With John Nevarez:</h2> <a href="http://traffic.libsyn.com/oatley/ArtCast-98-John-Nevarez-P1.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">[ download the mp3 ]</a> <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/concept-art-illustration-chris/id282618693?mt=2" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">[ subscribe in iTunes ]</a> <h2>Next: John Talks About:</h2> <ul> <li>What that first day at Pixar is really like,</li> <li>Sneaky ways to get your work noticed,</li> <li>And the secret to staying sane in this crazy business…</li> </ul> <h2>Awesome Links:</h2> <a href="https://johnnevarez.carbonmade.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">John Nevarez</a> Music by <a href="http://storybooksteve.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Storybook Steve</a> and <a href="https://kangaralien.bandcamp.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Kangaralien</a> <h2>When Did You Realize…?</h2> Growing up, John didn’t consider art to be a career path. He just knew that it made him happy. …until The Lion King. He was so inspired by the Disney film that he made it his mission to become part of the animation world. Who or what in your life first introduced you to art as a career? …and if you’re a professional, what steps did you take to go from passionate to professional? Please share your thoughts in the comments below! The post <a href="https://chrisoatley.com/jn1/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Interview with Animation Layout &amp; Visual Development Artist, John Nevarez (Part 1) :: ArtCast #98</a> appeared first on <a href="https://chrisoatley.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ChrisOatley.com</a>.