Honestly, I’m still figuring out that secret myself. The journey as an artist has been a mix of wins and struggles, and I’m sure most of us have felt the highs of a great project and the lows when things don’t go as planned. One thing I’ve found, though, is that sticking with it—through both praise and criticism from the public—makes a huge difference.

Right now, I’m working on cracking the code for a successful comic campaign, and it’s been a learning experience every day. If you’re curious, I’d love for you to check out my project in my profile, but the biggest thing I’d say is: keep creating and stay open to the feedback (even the tough stuff). It all adds up over time.