The Power of Personal Projects and Building a Career on Your Own Terms – Interview with The Angry Designer (Part 2)
In this second part of my candid conversation with The Angry Designer Podcast, we dive deep into the creative mindset and the business of lettering. If you've ever wondered how to turn your creative passion into a sustainable career—or how to find your voice in a saturated industry—this is the episode for you.
We explore what it really takes to build a long-lasting career in lettering design, how personal projects have been game-changers in my journey, and why mentorship has become a central part of my mission.
Whether you're a graphic designer, illustrator, lettering artist, or simply a creative soul looking for inspiration and direction, you’ll find practical advice and mindset shifts you can start applying today.
🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why personal projects matter more than ever
- My complete creative process from idea to final vector artwork
- Why Adobe Illustrator is still the go-to tool for professional lettering artists
- How I balance business, motherhood, and art (spoiler: it’s not about being perfect)
- The real impact of mentorship and helping others grow
- How to create a body of work that truly reflects your voice
- Why you don’t need permission to start doing what you love
💬 Favorite Quote from This Episode:
“When you create work that reflects who you are, you start attracting the projects you were meant for.”
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