SVS Success Stories

chrisaakins · 9 Oct 2018, 19:32

I committed to do Inktober and someone who followed me on Instagram is commissioning a portrait! Woohoo! I know it's a small thing to most of you, but I am just starting out, so again, woohoo!

Teju Abiola · 3 Dec 2018, 16:15

I'm pleased to say that I have accepted a position at Hallmark Cards for after graduation, and have been picked up by Astound Illustration Agency for publishing

I want to say that I've been a fan of Will and Jake via YT since I was a confused teenager trying to understand what illustration even was, so when I heard about SVS, I thought it was a brilliant idea. When I finally had the ability to, I signed up and was then introduced to Lee through 3rd Thursdays and his classes. Even though I'm finishing up a traditional BFA, I don't think I would've been able to improve as fast as I did without learning from you guys, too. Your industry experience and anecdotes have been invaluable.

So with that, @Will-Terry, @Jake-Parker, and @Lee-White, I want to give a really big mega thanks to you guys for all the help and information you provide both for free and at such a low cost to everyone. It has truly made a difference. I also am so glad to be able to share in the community here with everyone on the forum.

Thank you guys so much!

Eli · 3 Dec 2018, 17:53

@teju-abiola Congratulations, I'm so excited for you!!

Teju Abiola · 3 Dec 2018, 17:55

@eli Thank you! I've been in a weird state of disbelief for the past few months like it isn't real.

evilrobot · 3 Dec 2018, 18:06

@Eric-Castleman Highlights magazine came out it looks fantastic!https://twitter.com/CastlemanEric/status/1069465065257021440

NessIllustration · 3 Dec 2018, 18:12

@teju-abiola That is amazing! Congratulation on your success! Few would be able to get a job and agent while still in college, it's a huge testament to your talent and how hard you've worked!

Branden Brushett · 3 Dec 2018, 18:37

@eric-castleman Great job on the highlights spread! My son gets these so I will look out for it. We may already have it. I'll have to check. Congrats!

Teju Abiola · 3 Dec 2018, 19:04

@nessillustration Thank you It's surreal!

Lee White · 4 Dec 2018, 00:59

@teju-abiola that is AWESOME!!!! I'm so excited for you! : )

Eric Castleman · 4 Dec 2018, 02:05

@evilrobot thanks for sharing this dude! Thanks everyone on these forums, you all helped me a ton over the last couple years.

Sarah LuAnn · 4 Dec 2018, 02:13

Wow, congrats @Teju-Abiola and @Eric-Castleman ! SVS people do cool stuff.