Chris Oatley
@chrisoatley.bsky.social
Helping artists make a living from their imagination since 2008 | Courses: The Magic Box Academy | Podcast: You’re A Better Artist Than You Think | Clients: Disney/ DreamWorks/ Sony
Why is Toy Story’s ending so satisfying? Story maven KM Weiland reveals the answer in this case study from “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think.”
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
November 6, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Why is Toy Story’s ending so satisfying? Story maven KM Weiland reveals the answer in this case study from “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think.”
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
“Experimenting with brushes gets you out of your comfort zone.”
@KyleTWebster.bsky.social
More from Kyle on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think”: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
@KyleTWebster.bsky.social
More from Kyle on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think”: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
October 22, 2025 at 1:31 PM
“Experimenting with brushes gets you out of your comfort zone.”
@KyleTWebster.bsky.social
More from Kyle on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think”: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
@KyleTWebster.bsky.social
More from Kyle on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think”: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
“Fall Over The Ravine”: Digital Plein Air in #Procreate
October 16, 2025 at 1:31 PM
“Fall Over The Ravine”: Digital Plein Air in #Procreate
Is your brush collection a mess? Try this!
…and check out our full interview with brush genius @KyleTWebster.bsky.social on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think!”
Listen and subscribe: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
…and check out our full interview with brush genius @KyleTWebster.bsky.social on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think!”
Listen and subscribe: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
October 9, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Is your brush collection a mess? Try this!
…and check out our full interview with brush genius @KyleTWebster.bsky.social on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think!”
Listen and subscribe: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
…and check out our full interview with brush genius @KyleTWebster.bsky.social on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think!”
Listen and subscribe: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
"Joy Is An Act Of Resistance": Digital Plein Air in #Procreate
September 24, 2025 at 1:31 PM
"Joy Is An Act Of Resistance": Digital Plein Air in #Procreate
Struggling with your outline? This tip from author @shawnrpryor.bsky.social may help.
For more advice on writing all-ages comics, listen to the full interview: buff.ly/Bl2r2V5
For more advice on writing all-ages comics, listen to the full interview: buff.ly/Bl2r2V5
September 17, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Struggling with your outline? This tip from author @shawnrpryor.bsky.social may help.
For more advice on writing all-ages comics, listen to the full interview: buff.ly/Bl2r2V5
For more advice on writing all-ages comics, listen to the full interview: buff.ly/Bl2r2V5
“You’re a better artist than you were when you started.”
@victoriaying.com
More from Victoria at: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
@victoriaying.com
More from Victoria at: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
September 10, 2025 at 1:30 PM
“You’re a better artist than you were when you started.”
@victoriaying.com
More from Victoria at: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
@victoriaying.com
More from Victoria at: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
"Throw Your Arms Around Me”: Digital Plein Air in #Procreate
September 3, 2025 at 1:30 PM
"Throw Your Arms Around Me”: Digital Plein Air in #Procreate
“You have to get away from your studio to find things to write about.”
@ladygoofus.bsky.social
Subscribe to “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think” at: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
@ladygoofus.bsky.social
Subscribe to “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think” at: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
August 20, 2025 at 1:25 PM
“You have to get away from your studio to find things to write about.”
@ladygoofus.bsky.social
Subscribe to “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think” at: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
@ladygoofus.bsky.social
Subscribe to “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think” at: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
“A lot of people get overwhelmed because they think they have to learn everything at once.
You don’t have to know how to use every element.
…just focus on what you need to do that day.”
-Carmen Thora
More advice from our “Rising Stars” on the podcast: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
You don’t have to know how to use every element.
…just focus on what you need to do that day.”
-Carmen Thora
More advice from our “Rising Stars” on the podcast: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
August 13, 2025 at 1:25 PM
“A lot of people get overwhelmed because they think they have to learn everything at once.
You don’t have to know how to use every element.
…just focus on what you need to do that day.”
-Carmen Thora
More advice from our “Rising Stars” on the podcast: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
You don’t have to know how to use every element.
…just focus on what you need to do that day.”
-Carmen Thora
More advice from our “Rising Stars” on the podcast: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
“No Such Thing As Neutral”: Digital Plein Air in #Procreate
August 6, 2025 at 1:25 PM
“No Such Thing As Neutral”: Digital Plein Air in #Procreate
“Our journey is not a straight line.
Maybe we gotta do a detour before arriving at our destination.
…and that’s OK.”
-Mutia Terian
More insights from our “Rising Stars” on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think”: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
Maybe we gotta do a detour before arriving at our destination.
…and that’s OK.”
-Mutia Terian
More insights from our “Rising Stars” on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think”: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
July 30, 2025 at 1:25 PM
“Our journey is not a straight line.
Maybe we gotta do a detour before arriving at our destination.
…and that’s OK.”
-Mutia Terian
More insights from our “Rising Stars” on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think”: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
Maybe we gotta do a detour before arriving at our destination.
…and that’s OK.”
-Mutia Terian
More insights from our “Rising Stars” on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think”: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
“If you’re the best in the room, you’re in the wrong room.”
-Amy Lewis’ dad as quoted on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think.”
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
-Amy Lewis’ dad as quoted on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think.”
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
July 10, 2025 at 1:25 PM
“If you’re the best in the room, you’re in the wrong room.”
-Amy Lewis’ dad as quoted on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think.”
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
-Amy Lewis’ dad as quoted on “You’re A Better Artist Than You Think.”
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
“Fear is often an indication that something is worth doing.”
@ladygoofus.bsky.social (on telling vulnerable stories)
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
@ladygoofus.bsky.social (on telling vulnerable stories)
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
July 3, 2025 at 1:25 PM
“Fear is often an indication that something is worth doing.”
@ladygoofus.bsky.social (on telling vulnerable stories)
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
@ladygoofus.bsky.social (on telling vulnerable stories)
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
“Just get to the end.
It doesn’t matter if it’s good.
Just finish it, then come back later to fix it.
…because that’s the moment where you’ll give up if you let yourself.”
@VictoriaYing.com
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
It doesn’t matter if it’s good.
Just finish it, then come back later to fix it.
…because that’s the moment where you’ll give up if you let yourself.”
@VictoriaYing.com
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
June 19, 2025 at 1:31 PM
“Just get to the end.
It doesn’t matter if it’s good.
Just finish it, then come back later to fix it.
…because that’s the moment where you’ll give up if you let yourself.”
@VictoriaYing.com
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
It doesn’t matter if it’s good.
Just finish it, then come back later to fix it.
…because that’s the moment where you’ll give up if you let yourself.”
@VictoriaYing.com
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
June 3, 2025 at 1:32 PM
@VictoriaYing.com offers an encouraging perspective on how to maintain momentum and a growth mindset when facing external setbacks in your artistic career.
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
May 22, 2025 at 1:26 PM
@VictoriaYing.com offers an encouraging perspective on how to maintain momentum and a growth mindset when facing external setbacks in your artistic career.
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
Listen to the full episode: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
Illustrator and Web Presence Specialist @KristenSchwartz.bsky.social shares how “The Clockwork Heart” mentorship helped her define her niche and create meaningful networking connections.
Looking for help with your own career?
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
Looking for help with your own career?
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
May 14, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Illustrator and Web Presence Specialist @KristenSchwartz.bsky.social shares how “The Clockwork Heart” mentorship helped her define her niche and create meaningful networking connections.
Looking for help with your own career?
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
Looking for help with your own career?
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
Character Designer Dan Tompkins shares how “The Clockwork Heart” mentorship helped him finish new character line-ups, refresh his portfolio, and pitch to 20th Century Studios!
Need help with your own career?
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
(Only 2 spots left!)
Need help with your own career?
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
(Only 2 spots left!)
May 13, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Character Designer Dan Tompkins shares how “The Clockwork Heart” mentorship helped him finish new character line-ups, refresh his portfolio, and pitch to 20th Century Studios!
Need help with your own career?
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
(Only 2 spots left!)
Need help with your own career?
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
(Only 2 spots left!)
Enrollment for my mentorship is now open!
Get clear, relevant feedback on your work and focused, personalized guidance for your career in “The Clockwork Heart”.
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
Get clear, relevant feedback on your work and focused, personalized guidance for your career in “The Clockwork Heart”.
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
May 7, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Enrollment for my mentorship is now open!
Get clear, relevant feedback on your work and focused, personalized guidance for your career in “The Clockwork Heart”.
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
Get clear, relevant feedback on your work and focused, personalized guidance for your career in “The Clockwork Heart”.
Email Support@MagicBoxAcademy.com to schedule an interest meeting!
"I’ve often had to relearn that I’m a 'better artist than I think'.
Perfectionism, doubt, feeling stuck– I know the struggle.
I hope the podcast helps you push past the challenges to start building the creative life you dream of."
-Veronica
Season three available now: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
Perfectionism, doubt, feeling stuck– I know the struggle.
I hope the podcast helps you push past the challenges to start building the creative life you dream of."
-Veronica
Season three available now: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
April 29, 2025 at 1:25 PM
"I’ve often had to relearn that I’m a 'better artist than I think'.
Perfectionism, doubt, feeling stuck– I know the struggle.
I hope the podcast helps you push past the challenges to start building the creative life you dream of."
-Veronica
Season three available now: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
Perfectionism, doubt, feeling stuck– I know the struggle.
I hope the podcast helps you push past the challenges to start building the creative life you dream of."
-Veronica
Season three available now: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
Hey, artists! You know that project you’ve been thinking about for so long?
"You're A Better Artist Than You Think" Season 3 will help you finish it…
New episodes begin April 16!
Subscribe via: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
"You're A Better Artist Than You Think" Season 3 will help you finish it…
New episodes begin April 16!
Subscribe via: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
April 9, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Hey, artists! You know that project you’ve been thinking about for so long?
"You're A Better Artist Than You Think" Season 3 will help you finish it…
New episodes begin April 16!
Subscribe via: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley
"You're A Better Artist Than You Think" Season 3 will help you finish it…
New episodes begin April 16!
Subscribe via: linktr.ee/ChrisOatley