Dion MBD
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How to Enter the Book Cover Industry (Is it even for you?)
First of all, gosh, speaking to a camera is so difficult.
The US book cover industry is a very vibrant and enjoyable place to be as an illustrator. At the same time, this is not for everyone!
Let me know what other industry you would like to know in the comment.
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A day in the Life of an Illustrator (in Indonesia)
Просмотров 3,4 тыс.2 года назад
Since the pandemic never got better, I came back here to Bandung, Indonesia. Since then, I renovated an abandoned warehouse into a loft for my studio and house. Here's my new routine in Indonesia. Music by Stomp's Playlist: ruclips.net/video/pLcw3dK1yU0/видео.html Instagram: dionmbd Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@dionmbd Portfolio: www.dionmbd.com
Making "Anniversary" Illustration for My Girlfriend
Просмотров 1 тыс.2 года назад
View the photos on my Instagram: dionmbd I have started giving mini art tips on my Tiktok. Go check it ou! Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@dionmbd Portfolio: www.dionmbd.com Music 00:00 - 02:17 and 12:12-12:44 from Free To Use Music Track: Kyoto by Pratzapp & Another Kid ruclips.net/video/rlxvg-Sy-sY/видео.html Music 02:18-12:11 from Stomp's Playlist ruclips.net/video/FSIfaM5cCns/видео.html
2 Hours Morning Drawing on Procreate!
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.2 года назад
So I got a new camera but I have not learned how to not add autofocus... Sorry for having blurry screens once in a while but, hey, I guess we learn everyday! Music by Stomp's Playlist: ruclips.net/user/StompPllaylist Instagram: dionmbd Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@dionmbd Portfolio: www.dionmbd.com
Illustrator's New Year Evaluation: Juggling Numerous Projects at Once
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.2 года назад
2021 was the CRAZIEST year in my career. Let's evaluate it together and see some major takeaway I learned this year. Music by Stomp's Playlist: ruclips.net/video/pLcw3dK1yU0/видео.html Instagram: dionmbd Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@dionmbd Portfolio: www.dionmbd.com #art #freelanceillustartor #illustration #bookcover #picturebooks
Sketch and Chat 3: Tim Peacock - Life is beyond making art
Просмотров 9724 года назад
I had the chance to chat with Tim, a senior illustrator who works for editorial, publishing, and corporate clients. Check out his work on timpeacock.com/ Follow me on dionmbd for announcements on the next lives sessions. Support me on www.patreon.com/dionmbd. You can get my process works, my psd files, and my progress timelapse there too!
Sketch and Chat with Sandy (Ashiong) Lee - Style is Discovered, not Something to Search for
Просмотров 4254 года назад
Sorry I lost the first half of the chat because IG deleted the live. Also, the noise in the background is my neighbor building a house. Support me so I can get a sound proof studio hahaha. Here's from my Instagram Live session with Sandy (Ashiong) Lee. Sandy is an illustrator who works for Volta, National Geographic Indonesia and a paper engineer by passion. Check out Sandy's work on instagram....
Sketch and Chat with Jamiel Law - Starting Out as an Editorial Illustrator
Просмотров 6294 года назад
Your life as an artist isn't complete until you take out the trash. Here's from my Instagram Live session with Jamiel Law. Jamie is an illustrator and problem solver whose clients include The New Yorker, The New York Times, Medium and many more. We were roommates back in college and I can say that he is one of the most dedicated and humble illustrators I have known! Also, a great sniper at Call...
A Day in the Life of a Freelance Illustrator (During a Lockdown in Brooklyn)
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.4 года назад
I am soon leaving my current apartment and the US to go back to live in Indonesia with my family. I am not sure for how long but I thought while I still have my current routine, I'd love to share it with you. Living alone now can be daunting for some. Personally, I find it peaceful and grounding. Hope you'll enjoy this video!
XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro Digital Painting Review
Просмотров 8344 года назад
If you are looking for an unboxing video, check out this video by Mitch Leeuwe ruclips.net/video/DvG0A-YkYb0/видео.html XP-Pen sent me this tablet to review. I love how clear the display is and the simple design and installation process. However, I feel in overall, the performance as a painting tablet is not as refined as some other tablets I have used before. Music: Lee - ruclips.net/video/QL6...
After 4 Years at Ringling College of Art and Design
Просмотров 9 тыс.5 лет назад
I made this video on 5/2/2019 because I want to share my 4 years at Ringling College. It is probably a little wordy but I thought there are already so many videos out there reviewing the dorms or freshman experiences. I want to make something that is more information-based. Feel free to contact me for any question! Ringling Virtual Tour: www.ringling.edu/VirtualTour Ringling Student Handbook: w...

Комментарии

  • @AndrewSnarls
    @AndrewSnarls Месяц назад

    So you gave up after this video?......

  • @user9_11
    @user9_11 Месяц назад

    Which drawing tablet you use?

  • @Hahyyyyoooooo
    @Hahyyyyoooooo 2 месяца назад

    Baru nemu akun nya kakak😮😮😮

  • @kabbalahdivine9940
    @kabbalahdivine9940 3 месяца назад

    Can I make a widely varied portfolio work by doing sets of styles? I think if there were 3 or 4 pieces that showed each style, it would make a cohesive portfolio, but I could show multiple ways I could create covers.

  • @Mettlehead
    @Mettlehead 3 месяца назад

    I know I am late to finding your channel but it has given me heart as a designer as I have been trying to push myself in a direction I don't want to go (I know it in my bones by now) and book covers and graphic design is where I want to be and I love your videos and I was wondering what tech you use as a digital book cover designer? Thank you so much for sharing these videos even though I am 2 years late they have given me a boost 😊🤘

  • @Mettlehead
    @Mettlehead 3 месяца назад

    This gave me hope that my work this past year might not all be a waste. This is the space I want to be in ❤

  • @radhikarajput6777
    @radhikarajput6777 3 месяца назад

    Thank you sir for your advice

  • @Kukriarts
    @Kukriarts 3 месяца назад

    What do you actually have to think when turning the illustration into b&w?

  • @LiarFireDesire
    @LiarFireDesire 4 месяца назад

    This was superhelpful. I think I finally know what i want to do with my life. Oh my god.

  • @barbarael
    @barbarael 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you for your advice. Great works! Congratulations.

  • @justachildofGod
    @justachildofGod 5 месяцев назад

    Dude! I literally bought The Shape of Thunder!

  • @brittanybae7147
    @brittanybae7147 6 месяцев назад

    This gave me hope. Hopefully I can come back here one day and tell you about my first gig.

  • @Ellon_irony
    @Ellon_irony 6 месяцев назад

    Please how do search for art directors I feel im not doing something right

  • @Ellon_irony
    @Ellon_irony 7 месяцев назад

    Hello Please what’s your instagram handle ?

  • @Vivi.AloneDraws
    @Vivi.AloneDraws 7 месяцев назад

    Can you do a video on how you practiced your illustrative works? Like did you redesign book covers? What kinds of things did you do to help build your portfolio? Loved your video by the way and thank you for the guidance! :)

  • @LuminousKugelblitz
    @LuminousKugelblitz 7 месяцев назад

    You seem like a nice guy and have a cute accent !

  • @lacunatwist
    @lacunatwist 8 месяцев назад

    What brush do you use in the final line work? I love it!

  • @luffypunketa
    @luffypunketa 8 месяцев назад

    Great video! thank you so much for sharing this insights

  • @Fidence
    @Fidence 9 месяцев назад

    Must I be very good at illustrating in order to stand out as a good book designer? I am very good at photo manipulation and graphic design.

  • @ikadekprastadwiutama3613
    @ikadekprastadwiutama3613 9 месяцев назад

    bang dion itu kok ga pecah walaupun di zoom ,saya gambar kalo terlalu di zoom gajelas,itu berapa pixel ya?hehe

  • @ikelwelem9313
    @ikelwelem9313 9 месяцев назад

    Hello, i have questions, Early Career and Inspiration: How did your journey start as a graphic designer? What was your main inspiration in choosing the field of graphic design? Education and Training Journey: What educational background or training do you have in the field of graphic design? was there a specific experience or course that helped shape your understanding and skills in design?

  • @zachjones9437
    @zachjones9437 10 месяцев назад

    I love you, big D

  • @donphildraws1357
    @donphildraws1357 10 месяцев назад

    "i dont really like working that much."; same bro :)

  • @shewrites604
    @shewrites604 10 месяцев назад

    Hii sir 😇

  • @shadraklombard2844
    @shadraklombard2844 11 месяцев назад

    Hello. Thanks for the video. I wanna ask you : what was your major ? At college, I mean.

  • @NN-fz4pd
    @NN-fz4pd 11 месяцев назад

    If you get paid 3-5k for one book cover and it takes 1-3 months, it’s good money if it takes around a month but it’s low money if it takes 2-3. That’s what I’m understanding so far. Is there other things you get paid for as well? Like when they give you the manuscript to read so you get paid for that as well or is that supposed to be included in the 3-5k? Do you get to decide you’re only going to spend 1month per book cover?

  • @TheEclecticPagan
    @TheEclecticPagan Год назад

    Very straightforward on book illustration, I’m new to book illustration as career I am career and job searching. I am currently in college and I am just learning some new information about certain careers including book illustration. When I finish college I’ll receive my associates in visual arts and I’ll decide if I want to further my education or focus on my art career and find creative and art jobs on the internet. A few I’m interested in is photography, graphic design, video game designer, and book illustration. So here I am learning book illustration, if I choose book illustration and I’ll take your advice on creating a strong portfolio. I have empty physical portfolio books at home I never used and I think this will be perfect. If I want to become a book illustrator is get an education online or at college or university, take courses to get the skills to get a job, create a strong portfolio, and find and get a job for the job you chosen. I am actually an artist so actually I have some art skills if I practice my drawing and painting or coloring skills and study art, I could make my own book covers and select a few book color illustrations I feel confident in putting in the empty portfolio book and save it for getting a job in book illustration. Does that sound like a good idea? I’m interested in trying book illustration as job.

  • @vitoriachagas6586
    @vitoriachagas6586 Год назад

    thank you so much for your advices!!

  • @lyddiharvey
    @lyddiharvey Год назад

    Thank you for so much WONDERFUL advice! Illustrating book covers has been a small dream of mine but I'm clueless on where to start easing into that industry (at least for some exploration to see if it's actually a good fit for me). This was really encouraging and I appreciate you taking the time to share some of what you learned during your journey. I hope you're doing well with your work and commissions! Blessings!

  • @caylajaninelewis
    @caylajaninelewis Год назад

    Thank you so much for this super helpful vid. Really excited to see more of your context 😊

  • @tyedem6243
    @tyedem6243 Год назад

    Hey, Dion. Just got started in the industry. But can seem to find my signature design. Could you help more in details. Thanks

  • @shawanalulu
    @shawanalulu Год назад

    Thanks for a very insightful and thought-provoking video. I've been an artist for a few years and currently doing an introduction to illustration course and for our 2nd week's homework, we had to choose one author and design 3 book covers. I used my abstract art as background and really enjoyed the process so your advice is very helpful!👍🏽🥰🌹😊

  • @georgek5737
    @georgek5737 Год назад

    Hello! I would like to ask you something. My dream is to work doing book covers. I work traditionally. Do you think that it is possible for a traditional artist to work in the book cover industry?

  • @agungwasana862
    @agungwasana862 Год назад

    Entah ini udah jalanya atau bukan... pas lagi pusing2nya kemana gambarku ini ku bawa, nemu videonya mas dion... thanks for share, bro.

  • @Nashoihul_Ibad_Channel
    @Nashoihul_Ibad_Channel Год назад

    makasih Kak Dion atas video penjelasan industrial book covernya yang sangat membantuku masih pemula dalam dunia ilustrasi

  • @atcreateartworks
    @atcreateartworks Год назад

    Thank you for sharing your very genuine advice. This was very helpful and much appreciated. Best to you 😊🙏

  • @ruangrindu464
    @ruangrindu464 Год назад

    wow, this video is very useful, thank you, please make more videos

  • @sebastienlopezmassoni8107
    @sebastienlopezmassoni8107 Год назад

    Thanks for these advice

  • @AnggiSahamCantik
    @AnggiSahamCantik Год назад

    Hahaha ada juga orang Indonesia yg kerja buat US based client yah. I feel so not alone. Hehehe.. aku baru mulai freelance writing business. Salam kenal Mas Dion 🤪 yah, jam 1 siang blm mandi itu gaya hdp saya banget 🤣

  • @WinnieAngeline
    @WinnieAngeline Год назад

    Hello kak Dion, thank you for sharing your experiences! I love the way you put time stamps into your video and the smooth transitions between each topic. Particularly on the time management part, may I ask what app were you using to create the period style time table? Thanks!

  • @vortex4044
    @vortex4044 Год назад

    Hey, ik it has been years since this video. Did you get work right out of college or had/currently have work in the art/illustration, post graduation

    • @dionmbd1328
      @dionmbd1328 Год назад

      Hey! Glad I saw this. I've been inactive here. I did get work even before leaving college. I am still currently working as an illustrator too right now!

    • @vortex4044
      @vortex4044 Год назад

      @Dion MBD that is awesome! That is reassuring to hear. Thank you for how fast that reply was! This is the main college I'm looking to get into in a year or two, God willing.

  • @goatsofcanton
    @goatsofcanton Год назад

    I was thinking a freelancer could wake up later, but your day is longer than mine!

  • @zzayaart9868
    @zzayaart9868 Год назад

    i luv this and ur house is cute

  • @J.D.Vision
    @J.D.Vision Год назад

    What would be a good degree to study if I want to mix 3D Art and 3D printing? Design my own STL files, print them, sell them, etc

    • @exin4
      @exin4 Год назад

      Business.

  • @pineaplehead5020
    @pineaplehead5020 2 года назад

    Just checked your portfolio and I'm amazed. nice work

  • @veenyako
    @veenyako 2 года назад

    loving this type of videos! Thanks for sharing =)

  • @oziazka2041
    @oziazka2041 2 года назад

    Stand ipadnya 6jt sendiri itu mas wkwkw

  • @BuckyXGaming
    @BuckyXGaming 2 года назад

    ❤️

  • @andisetyowicaksono1805
    @andisetyowicaksono1805 2 года назад

    This vlog is really simple.. but very enjoyable to watch.. kereen 👍👍

  • @moneyrichstartem1414
    @moneyrichstartem1414 2 года назад

    😻❤