Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Guest Artist - J Christopher Esparza

Today we have a guest - J Christopher Esparza jchristopher_esparza

Guest artist J Christopher Esparza (l) visited our 2D Animation classes Wednesday

I have known J Esparza for about 30 years. Esparza has worked as an artist for most of the last twenty years. For thirteen years, Esparza worked in the video game industry. When he left, he was an Art Director. In his role, he hired many digital/computer artists. Currently, he owns and operates a tattoo shot with seven artists. During his visit we asked him the following questions about how he started his career and how others might start a career in the arts.



How did he find a career in art?

Where does he work? Where has he worked?

How does he make a living as an artist now?



What did he want from new artists, when he hired new artists at the video game companies?














Are sketch books important? Are portfolios important?

What type of games did he help design?

What computer programs does he use?

Where did he study?

What do some of your tattoos symbolize?

How does he stay inspired?



Does he work with students?
Does he have any more suggestions about sketch books?
What is the difference between a sketch book and portfolio?
How does he use social media to promote his work?

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