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Cody A. Banks is an illustrator, content creator, and the creative mind behind a growing archive of fun, expressive characters made from everyday objects. With over 15 years of experience in Adobe Illustrator, Cody blends vintage cartoon charm with a modern edge—delivering eye-catching designs and easy-to-follow tutorials across YouTube and social media.
In this inspiring episode, Cody walks us through how he built his visual style, grew a loyal following by teaching Illustrator basics, and why he believes creativity is everywhere—if you know how to look for it. From turning fire hydrants into robots to building a character from a street pole, Cody’s perspective is a refreshing reminder that design can be both simple and deeply imaginative.
Whether you’re just starting out in digital illustration, trying to build your creative brand, or want to unlock inspiration in your everyday surroundings—this one’s for you.
🎧 This episode is for you if:
You want to level up your Adobe Illustrator skills
You love character design with personality and style
You’re a content creator building an audience from your art
You want to turn tutorials into a community
You’re ready to see the world through a more creative lens
đź”— Connect with Cody A. Banks:
Website: https://codyabanks.com
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@codyabanks
Instagram: https://instagram.com/codyabanks
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/codyabanksart
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https://bio.site/ArtSchoolGraduatePodcast
🧰 Resources Mentioned:
– Adobe Illustrator
– Pencil & Pathfinder Tools
– YouTube Tutorials
– StickerApp Collaboration
– Everyday Object Character Method