In this episode of Riffin’ with Raff, Rob Raffety is joined once again by graphic novelist Olivier Ballou. They dive into the realities of creative output — what it really takes to finish a project when life keeps throwing curveballs. Olivier opens up about the third and most ambitious book in his Val d'Or series, and the creative methods he uses to keep momentum: deadlines, critique groups, and professional editorial feedback.Rob reflects on his own challenges with shipping creative work and how Olivier’s approach offers a roadmap for completing passion projects. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone balancing creativity with real-life responsibilities.Call the Raff’s Brain Hotline! Leave a message, ask a question, or suggest a topic: 571-408-8058BUY Olivier's graphic novels on Amazon!PLAY WITH Storyline - The Trend Guessing Game! LISTEN TO or WATCH my previous conversation with Olivier! CHECK OUT the Sequential Artists Workshop (as referenced in the conversation)!Outline:Olivier’s graphic novel update: scaling up the ambitionRob and Olivier on the creative deadline dilemmaThree tools to ensure project completion:Public launch dates and accountabilityPeer-led critique groupsPaid professional editing sessionsRob’s project overload confessionStrategies for focus and prioritizationThe role of community and exposure in creative growthRob’s challenge: sticking to fewer projects with designated time blocksThe value of seeing others’ work in critique groupsOlivier’s character design and thumbnail experiment for Raff’s Brain

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