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Illo Chat is a podcast for illustrators working in the children's book industry. Creative, funny and full of information on how to write, illustrate, and publish picture books and how to become a professional illustrator. Olga Herrera, children's book author and illustrator, teaches about the publishing industry and the behind the scenes work that goes into book design and illustration. Kidlit discussions and insights for artist and creatives. WEBSITE: www.illochat.com
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- Jun 9, 202633 min
A Light For Lucinda - The story
In this episode Olga shares the story behind her latest picture book, A Light For Lucinda published June 9, 2026. She answers questions from the Kidlit community regarding the inspiration for this book, Illustration struggles and a sneak chat about her upcoming graphic novels.
- Apr 27, 202656 min
A Chat with Jed Alexander. Writing and Marketing.
In this Episode, I chat with Jed Alexander, author and illustrator of The Black Market. We talked about his writing style, writing for characters and not the plot. We discuss the challenges of marketing and doing author school visits and promoting work on social medias.
- Mar 24, 202653 min
A Chat with Kerry McQuaide. Finding your pack: Kidlit Community
In This Episode Olga and Kerry chat about the importance of having connections, the benefits of associations and being active in your kidlit community. They discuss Kerry's picture book, The Biggest Highest Wave, and how Kerry got to make a windows display for her book at Books of Wonder.
- Feb 15, 202613 min
What is Narrative Art?
In this episode Olga talks about Narrative Illustration. What does it mean, and how to do it. With examples on how small changes can create story in your illustration work.
- Dec 2, 202518 min
Time Trap. What's stealing your time?
In this episode Olga talks about social media, the ultimate time stealer, and what she did about it. She gives concrete ideas for maximizing your time and rebooting that creative flow.
- Oct 30, 202542 min
Can Art be a hobby again?
In this episode we have Sunny as a guest! We chat about the constant pull to monetize art. After leaving the industry and not seeking art as career, the siren call to make money from art can ruin the joy of it.
- Oct 22, 20253 min
Illo Chat Comes Back!
The podcast is back! Hosted by Olga Herrera. Let's chat again! There will be thoughtful and insightful conversations with guest artists, and think out-loud wonderings with Olga.
- Mar 2, 202555 min
EP 47 Final Episode
Our journey here is coming to an end. We've loved every minute we have gotten to chit-chat on this platform. We'd like to thank all of our past and future listeners for tagging along. We wish you much success and inspiration in your art journey. Thanks for listening.Cover Art by Olga HerreraPodcast and video production by Sunny DuranILLO CHAT ILLUSTRATION COMMUNITY (JOIN THE FACEBOOK GROUP):facebook.com/groups/423218296121427OUR WEBSITE: illochat.com▼YOUR HOSTS ▼Sunny Duran: sunnyduran.comOlga Herrera: olgaherrera.me
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About Illo Chat: Illustration Podcast
Illo Chat is a podcast for illustrators working in the children's book industry. Creative, funny and full of information on how to write, illustrate, and publish picture books and how to become a professional illustrator. Olga Herrera, children's book author and illustrator, teaches about the publishing industry and the behind the scenes work that goes into book design and illustration. Kidlit discussions and insights for artist and creatives. WEBSITE: www.illochat.com
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