ILLUSTRATIONÂ ROUNDTABLE is a platform I co-run with artist Vanilla Chi to help Chinese-speaking illustrators and illustration students find accessible resources and information to boost-start their career.
We produce monthly podcasts and long-format interviews with Chinese creatives to discuss a wide range of topics. We've talked to other illustration educator, agent, art director, independent publisher, freelancer, in-house illustrator, printmaker and so many more.
So far we've cover the topic of
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•  Style
•  Studying Illustration Abroad
•  Seeking Commercial Success
•  Working with Art Directors
•  Social Responsibility of an Illustrator
•  Self-publishing and Art Book Fair
•  Working in-house
•  Self-education
•  Starting a Printmaking Studio
•  Talent Agency
•  Mental HealthÂ
Our guests include:
•  Lisk Feng
•  Jun Cen
•  Weitong Mai
•  Yingda Dong
•  Yulong Lli
•  Tian ke
•  Shaoshuang Guan
•  Daisy Zuozuo
•  Meijia Xu
•  Peng Mo
•  Hammer Chen
•  Vikki Zhang
•  Eve Liu
•  Careyleo_山鬼
•  Slow Movement
•  Wan Xing 顽形
I've been offering private teaching service in the past three years.
Here's a list of service I offer:
•  Portfolio Review (60/90 mins)
•  Portfolio Mentorship (3 months - year long)
•  Mock Interview
•  Career Advice
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Currently these are only open to Illustration-oriented portfolios and students. In the future they will also be open to graphic design portfolios.
Please email me zzx.jow@gmail.com in regard to your need.
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Table of Content:
1. Â Teaching Philosophy
2. Â Inclusivity Statement
3. Three Course Proposal
4. Â Proposed Syllabus
5. Â Final Assignment
6. Â Mid-term Feedback Form
7. Â Critique Guide
8. Grading Rubric