Member Mondays

Character Designer Megan Phonesavanh shares her struggle to find her own style, why she feels there’s room for agitprop in animation, and how Union benefits changed her life.

Storyboard Artist Siti Lu discusses their dreams of doing cinematic storyboarding, the challenge of finding steady jobs to maintain a work visa, and how the Guild has helped their career growth.

Color Designer Leigh Luna shares her thoughts on finding the right role in animation, her desire to turn her comics into series, and how Guild members helped her early in her career.

Background Painter Mauricio Abril discusses the importance of a targeted portfolio, the satisfaction of inspiring kids with his art, and how the Guild allows him to do his best work.

Storyboard Artist Nic Parris reflects on the challenge of wearing multiple hats on the job, switching gears to find his style, and feeling secure with the Guild on his side.

Color and Prop Designer Umaimah Damakka shares the difficulties of working as an expatriate, her love of whimsy and bright light, and how being a member of the Guild makes her feel validated.

Director and Storyboard Artist Cheyenne Curtis shares the challenges of finding continuous work in animation, how independent creators inspire her, and how being in the Union makes her feel heard.

Background Painter and Color Designer Princess Bizares reflects on the importance of being kind to yourself, her desire to share Filipino culture in animation, and how the Guild helped her become a better artist.