Interview with SL Scheibe of RandomLeft Part 2

  SL Scheibe of RandomLeft

Interview with SL Scheibe Part 2

Rico:
What is your favorite aspect about Zazzle?

Sal :
All of the products! So many to choose from.



Rico:
Who or what inspires you?

Sal :
Artistically – comic artists usually. I’m also partial to the great illustrators of the past like JC Leyendecker.



Rico:
What's the best advise you can give someone just starting out on Zazzle?

Sal :
Make great designs and make a lot of them. It’s the advice I’m trying to follow.



Rico:
What was the latest product you added to your wish list (include link)?

Sal :
This super cool pillow



Floral Color Abstract Vector Art Throw Pillow

Floral Color Abstract Vector Art Throw Pillow by artisticVectors
Browse Zazzle for a different throw pillow.

Floral Color Abstract Vector Art Throw Pillow 

Rico:
Tell me 5 random things everyone should know about you?

Sal :

I read a lot of comic books

Chocolate is my favorite food

The Big Lebowski is my favorite movie

I sketch every day

I wear glasses



Rico:
What do you like to do when you are not creating art?

Sal :
I mostly make art and if not that, then I’m reading or hanging out with family and friends.



Rico:
Include links to 3 of your favorite designs you want me to feature. Tell me something about each design.

Sal :

This is a peace sign pillow. I designed it from scratch 


Orc Shaman T Shirts

Orc Shaman T Shirts by SLScheibe
Browse Orc T-Shirts online at Zazzle.com

It’s an Orc Shaman for RPG players. This was drawn in Photoshop for something else a couple of years ago. I always thought it would work on T-shirt for D&D groups. J



His Happy Place iPad Mini Case

His Happy Place iPad Mini Case by SLScheibe
Find iPad Mini Covers online at zazzle.com

This one is called “His Happy Place.” It’s a bit offbeat but the snowglobe makes him happy. This was drawn in Photoshop.



Love Monsters Throw Pillows

Love Monsters Throw Pillows by SLScheibe
Browse other throw pillow designs on Zazzle.

Love Monsters Throw Pillows by SLScheibe
Find other Sweethearts Pillows at zazzle.com

This is a throw pillow with “Love Monsters.” I like drawing cute little monsters and this is one of two falling in love. This was drawn in Photoshop.



Rico:
Zazzle has helped many people meet goals that they otherwise wouldn’t have achieved. What has Zazzle helped you to achieve in your personal life?

Sal:
It’s given me the opportunity to get some of my art and designs out in the retail world.



Rico:
Where else can our readers find you online? (Facebook, Twitter, other blog or website)

Sal :

My website SL Scheibe Graphic Design & Illustration

Twitter @SLScheibe

Interview with SL Scheibe of RandomLeft Part 1

  SL Scheibe of RandomLeft

Interview with SL Scheibe Part 1

Rico:
What's Your Name?

Sal:


Rico:
List your shop(s) -

Sal:

RandomLeft

I have one shop called RandomLeft. The name doesn’t have any meaning unfortunately! My shop carries my illustrations and designs and is mostly focused on fun things like little monsters, geekdom, pirates and zombies. I have plenty of pretty girl style art too. Most of my designs work best on T-shirts and bags.


Rico:
How did you find Zazzle?

Sal :
I bought a calendar that someone put together and my art was included. That was my first introduction to Zazzle and I thought selling my own designs might be fun and also bring in some art supply income… possibly!


Rico:
How long have you been at Zazzle?

Sal :
Since the beginning of January 2013



Rico:
Are you a ProSeller?
If yes, how long from the time you open a shop until you made it to ProSeller?

Sal :
No, not yet. I hope to be one day.



Rico:
What made you decide to open your own store?

Sal : 
I draw daily and already had quite a few designs that I thought might work well on products like t-shirts, bags and cards and I’ve often had family and friends asking where they can buy art prints so Zazzle seemed like a logical fit. I love that there are tons of products available.



Rico:
What makes your shop stand out from the rest?

Sal :
I have a fairly distinct art style and it’s for fun, light hearted and a bit offbeat.



Rico:
How would you describe your design style?

Sal :
Comic mostly, light, fun.



Rico:
What type of product do you prefer to design?

Sal :
I usually design with T-shirts in mind.



Rico:
What's the best advise you got when you were starting out?

Sal :
I read the Zazzle forums and most people say just to keep going, keep adding, keep promoting and that’s what I intend to do. I know it’s hard work and that’s fine with me.



Rico:
What was your first sale (include link)?

Sal :

A zombie t-shirt. A family member bought it! That counts right?


Red Hot Zombie T-shirt

Red Hot Zombie Tshirt by SLScheibe
Custom t shirts at zazzle.com

A once beauty who was sadly zombified.

Rico:
What medium/tools do you use to create your designs?

Sal : 
I often sketch ideas in my sketchbook and then do the lineart, coloring and lettering in Photoshop.



Rico:
A few of my Favorite desings from RandomLeft : 



Monster Gothic Dart Board

Monster Gothic Dart Board by SLScheibe
Look at American gothic Dartboards online at Zazzle.com

A couple of monsters from America, based on American Gothic. The dad holds a pitchfork while his spinster daughter monster stands beside him. Monsters live on farms too.



Dancing in the Rain! Greeting Cards

Dancing in the Rain! Greeting Cards by SLScheibe
See more Dance Cards at zazzle.com

This happy little monster with a yellow raincoat and wellington's, loves to dance in the rain. He probably likes to sing in the rain too. Dance with him!



Handsome Pirate is a Scallywag Drinking Bottle

Handome Pirate is a Scallywag Drinking Bottle by SLScheibe
Browse other water bottles

He may look hot but he's a bad boy pirate. Look at the raised eyebrow! That says it all. Scallywag.



The second half of the Interview with Sal: will be posted on Sunday February 24, 2013. So come back for more with SL Scheibe !