Illustration
Enter an art competition, submit your artwork to a publication, join an art community, or showcase your work at a convention.
Use the links below to plan out your next art project.
Helioscope PDX
Helioscope is a collective of cartoonists, illustrators, writers, concept designers, graphic novelists, and storyboard artists based in downtown Portland, Oregon.
Founded in 2002.
Silent Manga Audition
The “Silent Manga Audition” is the world’s largest manga audition.
A silent manga is a visual narrative told without dialogue. Since there is no language barrier, the stories that are submitted reach a wider audience.
Founded in 2012.
VIZ
“VIZ Media” is an American entertainment company headquartered in San Francisco, California. They are focused on publishing manga, distributing and licensing Japanese anime, films, and television series.
Founded in 1986.
Society of Illustrators
The Society of Illustrators is a professional society based in New York City. It was founded in 1901 to promote the art of illustration and, since 1959, has held an annual exhibition.
Imagine FX
The world's best-selling art magazine that inspires you to draw and paint digital & traditional art. The magazine features artist portfolios and a reader gallery showcasing the work of up-and-coming artists.
Founded in 2006.
I was showcased in this magazine in 2010. You can view my submission here.
Heavy Metal
Heavy Metal is an American science fiction and fantasy comics magazine that began publication in 1977. The magazine is known primarily for its blend of dark fantasy/science fiction, erotica, and steampunk comics.
It features artists from all over the world.
Otakon
Otakon is an annual three-day anime convention held during July/August to celebrate anime, manga, music, movies, and video games. The event runs from Friday to Sunday and is packed with a schedule that has tons to do. Founded in 1994.
I did this convention in 2009. I highly recommend attending as an exhibitor in the artist alley or dealer room. Feel free to reach out to me for advice if you are thinking about attending.
Behance
Bēhance is a social media platform whose main focus is to showcase and discover creative work.
Artists from all over the world showcase their work here.
Founded in 2005.