<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Leigh Ryan Folio]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leigh Ryan Folio]]></description><link>https://www.ryanimation.net/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:51:01 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.ryanimation.net/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating the Current Landscape of Independent Animation and Illustration Careers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Working as an independent animator and illustrator today means balancing creativity with the realities of a fast-changing industry. The world of animation and cartoons has grown more accessible thanks to digital tools, but it also demands adaptability and business savvy. From managing projects to finding clients, the path is both exciting and challenging. I want to share what it feels like to build a career independently in this environment and offer insights that might help fellow animation...]]></description><link>https://www.ryanimation.net/post/navigating-the-current-landscape-of-independent-animation-and-illustration-careers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d9b31946e8409f60b26ce3</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 02:37:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/700591_692c4f904f8248a1a748f20c9f3aacef~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>leighryan2000</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>