Member Mondays

Visual Development Artist Pablo Rivera shares his love of natural environments, his goals to work on creatively challenging projects, and his belief that the Guild gives dignity to workers.

Storyboard Artist Kathy J. Liu believes a happy art career is sustained by a happy art community, the business of animation is about creating good humans, and the Guild nurtures a culture of generosity.

Iranian Storyboard Artist Raha Dabiri shares her thoughts on battling imposter syndrome, serving as a beacon of hope, and using the Guild as a safe space for discussions about inclusivity and representation.

Color Designer and Background Painter Courtney Coffman shares her thoughts on using all the crayons in the box, failure as a stepping stone, and the Guild as a source of empowerment.

Art Director April Apodaca discusses her eclectic creative interests, her love of serious stories in animation, and why she appreciates the Guild for bringing members together.

Lead Character Technical Director Areeba Khan shares the challenges of career pivots, her passion for a hand-drawn look, and how the Guild creates safe space for creativity.

Character Designer and Storyboard Artist shares his struggles to get started in animation, his desire to be a pillar of hope, and his appreciation for the community the Guild provides.

Background Painter Erin Eng shares her thoughts on the role of friendship in finding work, the challenges of motherhood on the job, and how the Guild provides a sense of community.