Adobe Spotlight: Whimsical Illustrations with Jessica Miller

On this episode of Adobe Live: Spotlight, Teresa Au sits down with the designer, illustrator, and educator Jess Miller. Jess Miller is a Los Angeles-based artist known for her whimsical style, infused with bright pops of color and layered textures. Inspired by nature, retro artwork, and vintage design, Jess's work spans hand lettering, surface pattern design, and character portraits.

Her portfolio includes collaborations with Educational Insights, Disney Consumer Products, and Hasbro. She also established a successful illustration company in 2020. Her vibrant designs have been featured on greeting cards, home goods, tech accessories, book covers, packaging, and more!

Host Teresa Au is the host of Adobe Live: Spotlight and Adobe's podcast "In The Making." Through her podcast, Teresa explores how creative tools empower people—from social media influencers to small local businesses—to design deeply satisfying careers.

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00:00 Start
3:41 Jess’ Background
9:10 Advice for Posting on Instagram
10:05 A Typical Week for Jess
14:00 How Jess Schedules her Post
16:09 Licensing
20:11 How Jess got into Illustration for Cases
21:51 Adobe Programs That Jess Uses
22:26 Process in Adobe Illustrator
39:20 Adobe Pins
41:40 Jess’ Key & Principles
43:00 What is a creative business coach
48:20 What to expect next from Jess
55:30 Closing

[judithparsons]

I am just not learning Adobe Express- forgive my silly question- I downloaded my first practice ad. Where did it go?

[IsabelHCalero]

Woooo Jess good to see you and hear all this advice and things to come 🫶🏽