In this episode, I talk to Chidy Wayne, an illustrator and an artist. We cover topics such as the importance of knowing ourselves, Chidy’s work routines, managing finances as a freelancer, the importance and challenges of personal growth in the face of modern distractions, advice for young creatives, his views on the craft of illustration, including style and trends, and much more.

Biography

Chidy Wayne is a Spanish Guinean illustrator and artist based in Barcelona. He works in various media, including painting, design, animation and music. His expression is influenced by the most prominent fashion illustrators of the 20th century, often characterized by his poetic and precise use of pen, ink and watercolors, and more than any medium, it’s distinguished by a sense of groundedness and timelessness.

Chidy has worked for clients such as Harvard University, Kinfolk, Nike, Vogue, Mango, Esquire, Kind Surf and New York Magazine, to name a few. He has also published several books describing different technical and conceptual techniques to address and solve some of the challenges specific to fashion illustration.

Selected Links From the Episode

• Chidy Wayne’s Website
• Chidy Wayne’s Instagram
• Berto Martinez
• Pugna Collection
• René Gruau

Show Notes

• Introduction [00:00:00]
• The Mindful Creative Year [00:01:02]
• Episode Introduction [00:05:57]
• Career Advice for Young Creative Professionals [00:07:28]
• Chidy’s Work Routines [00:22:19]
• Short Episode Break – Support the Podcast [00:32:02]
• How to Making a Living as a Freelance Illustrator [00:32:50]
• Personal Growth in the Face of Modern Distractions [00:40:23]
• Challenges on Chidy’s Professional Journey [00:53:12]
• How To Develop and Find Your Voice as an Illustrator [00:55:53]
• How to Be a Better Creative Professional [01:04:48]
• Episode Outro [01:06:58]

Full transcript and more at https://creative.voyage/