This FAQ is comprised of questions and answers
from the various interviews listed here.
Some of James’ answers to similar questions have changed a
bit over time, so in the interests of accuracy and completeness,
answers to similar questions will be given in their entirety in
chronological order. The source interview will be noted at the end of each
question. Questions have
been arranged by the following categories:
Background
Influences/Inspiration
Goals/Aspirations
Artistic Process/Daily Routine
Artistic Approach/Philosophy/Preferences
SVA/Art School
Meathaus
Starting Out As A Professional
Popularity
Comic Covers
Album Covers
Illustration
Sequential Art
Process Recess/Sketchbooks
Photoshop
Everything Else
Print interviews:
(a) "Visual Melody", How Magazine, Lisa L. Cyr, Dec. 2000
(c) "Cover Artist of the Year", Wizard Magazine #171, Jan. 2006
Please
contact us if you find any James Jean interviews that aren't listed
here!