Substacks recommended by Ten Minute Artist with Adam Ming

Recommended by Ten Minute Artist with Adam Ming

"Artist in Progress" is where I write about my creative practice, share Procreate tips, sketchbook prompts, and how I navigate the creative path with a neurodivergent brain.

Milena takes a detailed and thoughtful look at the process of being an illustrator!

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Illustrating the Public Domain

By Jules

Artistic adventure into the ever-expanding world of the public domain.

Notes from a Creative Freelancer

By Zsofi

Writing about freelancing, illustration, and building a sustainable creative business.

Authorly Honest

By Simon

An awfully honest, warts-and-all insight into the writing, feelings, finances and life of a children's author.

I've had the amazing opportunity to work with Simon on 'Amazing Animals with Astonishing Jobs', And I love going behind the scenes with this brilliant (and funny) Author.

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Lilla’s Substack

By Lilla Rogers

My personal Substack

Lilla has been one of the people who so expertly guided me on my journey into illustration.

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Art Gym: Live Drawing Workshops & Illustration Tutorials

By Katie Stack and Adam Ming

Build your skills as an illustrator through live practice sessions and a vibrant art community. Join professional instructors for structured, fun classes designed to develop your creative work and portfolio. Perfect for beginners to career artists.

Katie Stack and Adam Ming, combine forces to bring you monthly drawing workshops!

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Art Quest

By Jen & Adam

Play your way to a creative career using our system inspired by classic role playing games!

Art from Thig's Pen

By Thig

A character designer. Previous clients are Dreamworks (Shrek) and Sony Animation. Also I cuss a lot.

Thoughts on Illustration with Mr. Tom Froese

The Official Newsletter of Mr. Tom Froese. Sign up to receive regular updates on the podcast, writings, classes, events and more. FREE. 🤗

Notes on Illustration

By The Illustration Department

Thoughts, Insights, and Lessons on the Art, History, and Practice of Illustration | Written by Giuseppe Castellano

Your door into the world of freelance illustration

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Girlfriends

By Danielle Bean

Inspiration for Catholic women who want practical ideas, wisdom, and encouragement as they seek peace, balance, and joy in daily living.

Beyond the Bookshelf

By Matthew Long

Unique perspectives on life and literature through thought-provoking essays, captivating interviews, and influential books as we explore life's transformative journey.

Andy J. Pizza's Audio / Visual Newsletter

Stories and drawings about creative practice, self love, neurodivergence and Invisible Things.

Sparkle on Substack

By Claire Venus ✨

Master Substack, write, build your DREAM business with joy! Global Top 10 Publication. Twice monthly space holding (co-working, workshops, teaching). Weekly chats, podcasts. A bespoke membership to help you stay creative and grow on Substack! 💫

Drawing a Blank

By Jacob Souva

A weekly deep dive about making books for kids, from author-illustrator Jacob Souva. Practical tips and encouragement for illustrators, authors, and makers. Inspiration for getting better at <waves at everything> this together.

Deep insights on the process of making Picturebooks

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Kent’s Substack

By Kent Peterson

I usually type about one page a day here on an old manual typewriter.

Substack Writers at Work with Sarah Fay

Where committed Substack writers and creators get Sarah Fay's proven strategies for real, meaningful growth | A top-5, bestselling, featured Substack

Creative Fuel with Anna Brones

A newsletter and community dedicated to exploring the intersection of creativity and everyday life with Anna Brones. For the creative energy that resides in all of us.

Bob's Shea-nanigans!

By Bob Shea

Stories, drawings and friendship from America's favorite author.

Katiedraws (and writes) - The Illustrator Jobs Board

By Katie Chappell (katiedraws)

Welcome to the jobs board for illustrators. Well-paid illustration work and opportunities! ✏️ PLUS: articles on how to make mo' money as an illustrator. Subscribe if you want to learn how to make illustration your job!

Pen Powell Posts

By Claire Powell

Every week I write a postcard about my life as an illustrator that includes my drawings and I draw live here on Substack. I share my daily drawings on Substack Notes via the app.

Inkygirl by Debbie Ridpath Ohi

By Debbie Ridpath Ohi's Inkygirl Newsletter

Debbie Ridpath Ohi writes and illustrates books for young people. Her posts include nuts & bolts tips about the craft and biz, behind-the-scenes process, bibliophile comics.

Debbie is quickly becoming one of the most important voices in illustration on Substack.

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Art As Work

By RAJ KAUR

Creatives Working Together

Pencil Pals

By Helen Stephens

Hi, it’s me Helen Stephens. This is a juicy chat between illustrator pals. I’ll be sharing stuff about making picture books that you might feel daft asking. When you sign up you’ll get the Illustrators Freebies. Yes-please-thank-you!

No Nonsense advice for illustrators, and cosy vibes from the North of England.

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Jennifer’s Newsletter

By Jennifer Jamieson

Jennifer's Art Journal

Jennifer’s energy is electric. And so are her illustrations!

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Carla’s Crowd

By Carla Hoffenberg

Notes and news from my illustration journey

Australian Illustrator Carla’s sunny newsletter!

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Rhymes with Pizza

By Jen Gubicza

Design, writing and illustration. Studying the secrets behind what makes stories extraordinary.

A Newsletter about design, writing and Illustration

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Katie’s Newsletter

By Katie Stack

Weekly tips for artists working in Children's Illustration and Surface Pattern. Let's grow together! Also receive a monthly update on my projects.

One of the most professionally run newsletters about going pro as an illustrator. Readers also get invites to a sketch party!

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illoguild

An international collective of illustrators and authors, primarily in kidlit, sharing our experience and insight.

An international group of illustrators

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DocuComix Mini Mag - by E.Haidle

By Elizabeth Haidle

A corner for playful absurdity, creative nonfiction, and unscientific diagrams. Also, there will be book reviews, existential mushroom comics, an anti-advice column, and baby donkeys.

Introvert Drawing Club

By Beth Spencer

Playful drawing prompts and practice sessions. 🌻 Art tips & techniques to explore your creativity with a fun, encouraging community.

A great way to build your drawing practice, or just have fun drawing!

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Odd Thoughts

By Kayla Stark

Updates and odd thoughts from me, Kayla Stark, about illustration, life, inspiration, and whatever else I might be up to.

Playtime

By Denise Holmes

Playful news and book love from the studio of Denise Holmes!

The Habit of Art by Kelcey Ervick

Illustrated stories about the ups, downs, twists, turns, and life-changing power of making art and telling stories. From a writer who draws.

Tinier Desk

By Katie O'Connell

A home to share art in progress. Reflections and projects in music, collage, and gathering humans.

I just know you'll like this, you're welcome!

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From the Desk of Jade Johnson

Collage artist making connections between art and our daily lives.

SOCIAL MEDIA ESCAPE CLUB

By Social Media Escape Club

Quit social media and build community without algorithms. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

Paint Here

By James Gurney

Regular servings of inspiration for visual artists from the bestselling author of Dinotopia, Color & Light, and Imaginative Realism.

DrawTogether with WendyMac

By Wendy MacNaughton

Drawing explorations, lessons, and weekly art assignments from New York Times-bestselling artist Wendy MacNaughton. Paying subscribers get full access to the DrawTogether Grown-Ups Table creative community and drawing assignments.

SEE YOU

By Carolyn Yoo

Your guide to creative self-discovery, with practical tips, seasonal challenges, sketchbook peeks, and inspiration to enrich your artistic and writing practice

Lenny's Newsletter

By Lenny Rachitsky

A weekly advice column about building product, driving growth, and accelerating your career.