You're A Better Artist Than You Think
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 21
Frequency: Irregular
Rating: 4.9/5.0
Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: USA
Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
support@chrisoatley.com
support@magicboxacademy.com
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Host
Chris Oatley - Artist and educator with professional experience at Disney, DreamWorks, and Sony Pictures Animation.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Charlotte Belland - Animal Drawing, Comparative Anatomy, Creature Design, Gesture Drawing, And Confident Line Work.
Roland Allen - Paper Sketchbooks, Creative Thinking, Artistic Process, And How Sketching Affects Perception.
Amanda "Din" Duarte - Freelancing Versus Running A Studio, Creative-career Pivots, Hiring Artists, And Managing Professional Responsibility.
Kyle Webster - Digital Art Brushes, Artistic Style, Workflow, Speed, And How Tools Influence Creative Practice.
Shawn Pryor - Writing Comics For Children, Outlining, Conflict, Act Breaks, Script Development, And Working With Artists.
Recent Topics
Episodes
10 Tips for Drawing Animals
September 10, 2026
Today on You're A Better Artist Than You Think: Charlotte Belland, art educator and author of "Draw All The Animals," offers tips on a variety of animal drawing challenges, including comparative anatomy, creature design and making confident lines. PLUS: A gesture drawing workflow that applies to humans too! 00:00 Episode Start 00:08 Introduction 00:16 Tip #1: Compare Your Own Anatomy 01:54 Tip #2: Keep It Light 02:18 Tip #3: Wait For The "Nouns" 03:06 Tip #4: Keep A Steady Pace 03:33 Join The...
Sketchbooks Vs. Screens: Which Makes You More Creative?
January 29, 2026
How paper sketchbooks help you think in creative ways that screens simply can't. PLUS: Why six months of sketching literally changes how you see! ...with special guest Roland Allen, author of The Notebook: A History Of Thinking On Paper. -------- 00:00 Episode Start 03:15 Why We Don't Love Our Devices 03:45 How Paper Helps Us Think 08:39 Why Is The "Blank Page" Inspiring? 13:02 Fascination With Process 14:32 "Easy To Get Right, Hard To Get Wrong..." 16:22 How Paper Empowers Artists 23:36 The ...
How Building A Studio Saved Her Art Career...
December 10, 2025
How and why illustrator Amanda "Din" Duarte (Disney Lorcana, Ubisoft, Blizzard) left her solo freelance career to form a virtual studio that now employs over 40 creative professionals. PLUS: Burn out or burn it all down? -------- 00:00 Episode Start 08:52 Freelancing Vs. Running A Studio 10:26 "The Fear Of Failing Everyone" 13:25 Knowing When To Pivot 17:00 Finding The Right Artist For The Job 21:52 Best/ Worst Advice 26:41 Who Is Your Favorite Muppet And Why? 27:26 The Magic Feather -------...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with You're A Better Artist Than You Think?
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The publicly listed emails for You're A Better Artist Than You Think: support@chrisoatley.com and support@magicboxacademy.com.
How many listeners does You're A Better Artist Than You Think have?
Podseeker estimates You're A Better Artist Than You Think reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for You're A Better Artist Than You Think?
You're A Better Artist Than You Think typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Published authors, established working artists and illustrators, art educators, creative studio founders, and recognized specialists in artistic tools or professional creative practice. Common among recent guests: Published books or graphic novels; Professional credits with major entertainment, game, or creative-technology companies; Leadership of creative teams or studios. Recent guests include Charlotte Belland, Roland Allen, and Amanda "Din" Duarte.
How hard is it to get booked on You're A Better Artist Than You Think?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does You're A Better Artist Than You Think cover?
Recent episodes cover Art, Digital Art, Illustration, Animation, and Freelancing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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