Member Mondays

Background designer and POC Committee co-chair Roger Oda discusses his relationship to Willie Ito, his interest in a sense of place, and his belief in the value of community work.

Animation writer and shop steward for Nickelodeon, Colleen McAllister believes mistakes can lead to blips of brilliance and that everyone should strive to pave the way and then send back maps for others to follow.

Story artist, Guild board member, and Disney shop steward, Carrie Liao talks about the challenges of nurturing creativity, the joy of friendship with talented co-workers, and making a difference through mentorship and advocacy.

Currently background painter and shop steward at Cartoon Network, Mira Lark Crowell talks about early dreams of wrestling gators, the desire to make others laugh, and being a rock for fellow artists.

A TAG shop steward at Bird City, LLC, Background Designer Mary Nash shares the joy of rediscovering her favorite childhood cartoons and her ongoing journey of overcoming self-doubt.

A storyboard artist for Sony Pictures Animation, Wynton Redmond discusses superhero capes, giant robots, and his exceptional Street Fighter skills.

A self-proclaimed geek, Animation Writer Josie Campbell shares her childhood obsession with Batman: The Animated Series, how it feels to be the only woman in the room, and her passion to inspire a new generation of writers.

Storyboard Director Katya Bowser shares her thoughts on celebrating fellow artists, using humor in everyday life to connect with audiences, and the challenges of being a mom in the animation industry.

The head organizer of the viral hashtag #drawingwhileblack, Abelle Hayford discusses the people who inspire her, the difficulties of being a young animator, and her efforts to make the animation industry more inclusive.