Kelly Smyth

Also how do u become an illustrator and do u need any changes in emotion?

I'm an non-traditional student in my freshman year of school at Cleveland Institute of Art, and I'm preparing to major in Animation.

I saw a Tiktok explaining that a solid personal statement should be able to be extended to thousands of words, since it sort of encompasses your life story or at least the special interests, moments, or circumstances that have made you, you! However, my friend told me yesterday that a personal...

I want to create a portfolio of my character design art but how will I even become noticed by them?

I enjoy doing voiceover work AND the idea of marketing mainly the ( story telling) of marketing . What are some jobs and opportunities are there that is parallel to voiceover work? Such as voiceover assistant is the only thing I can think of at the moment but I just know there are more out...

I'm trying to make at most 20 dollars.

I wanted to be artist but I’ve been doubting my abilities and how I’d support myself when I’m older so I’ve decided that maybe a architect or interior designer would be better just because it still has creative aspects but I’m not so sure. Are there other creative jobs that I could look into?

I am a middle school student who is interested in animation. I am looking for some guidance on high school through college education that could help me get a job as an animator.

I'm considering becoming a freelance artist; however it seems as if it would be difficult for an artist to become established and be able to earn enough to support himself.

Most artists experience burn and neglect their own personal creative ventures, but this is not always the case. How do you find balance?

Also, what can i put in my portfolio? can i do stuff like my blender creations even though its not 2d art related??

I want to analyze some character designs but don't know where to start/ find.

I love animation and just drawing in general. I just really had to ask if industries still care for hand drawn animation. All I have recently seen is 3D animation or live action films or series. Is it still worth it to learn to animate by hand? I'm taking an Animation 2 class, my teacher hasn't...

I'm interested in medical illustration, and I want to start creating digital art but don't really know what is the best software program to use.

I'm transferring into my Sophomore year at Otis College in the Game and Entertainment Design Major, starting in August 2025! I'm beyond excited to attend and make new friends, but I worry about the workload affecting my ability to stay close with my current friends. College students- How do...