{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthe-illustration-department-podcast.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fbob-staake-qdThuiHf","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Bob Staake","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/5228c7/5228c73e-8303-4814-9b44-594bf011d77a/84d93c86-e2fe-42c7-b26d-0b8ae6727843/bob-staake.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"<iframe src=\"https://player.simplecast.com/84d93c86-e2fe-42c7-b26d-0b8ae6727843\" height=\"200\" width=\"100%\" title=\"Bob Staake\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"></iframe>","height":200,"description":"Giuseppe Castellano talks to one of the nation’s most prolific illustrators, Bob Staake, about how his creative approach aligns and differs between editorial and children’s book illustration; why children’s books shouldn’t have messages or morals, but rather truths or shares; what having a 50-year illustration career comes down to; and more.To learn more about Bob, visit bobstaake.com.Artists mentioned in this episode include: Drew Struzan and Barry Blitt\nIf you find value in this podcast, consider becoming a paid subscriber on Substack, or a supporter on Patreon. On either platform, you will gain access to bonus episodes we call “Extra Credit”—among other perks and benefits. | Visit illustrationdept.com for offerings like mentorships and portfolio reviews, testimonials, our alumni showcase, and more. | Music for the podcast was created by Oatmello. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising."}