Member Mondays

Story Artist Chaz Bottoms discusses the challenge of breaking into the industry, his love of collaboration, and how joining the Union ticked an item off his bucket list.

Creator and Storyboard Artist Stephen Neary reflects on replenishing your creativity, helping others make their dreams come true, and how being in the Union means not having to choose between art and stability.

Director Diana Huh shares her thoughts on the empathic approach to creation, how sense of self can affect art, and the Union’s wonderful people from all walks of life.

Character Designer and Illustrator Elsa Chang shares her thoughts on knowing your limits, the desire to inspire others, and the Union’s contribution to healthy thriving work environments.

Director and Storyboard Artist Jojo Ramos Patrick shares the challenge of job hunting while pregnant, her satisfaction with her career so far, and her appreciation for the help offered by TAG committees.

Board artist Marie Lum reflects on the importance of accessibility in the animation industry, Disney’s Chinese artists who inspired her, and the Union’s power to create lasting change.

Character Designer and Vis-Dev Artist Soyeon Yoo shares her dream of making movies audiences can relate to, the challenges of work visas, and how the Union allows artists to pursue what they love.

Storyboard artist Maria Nguyễn discusses the importance of representing the complexity of cultures, how more LGBTQA+ voices in animation can lead to equality, and her gratitude for Union members who paved the way and continue to fight.

Storyboard Artist Karen Guo discusses the importance of kindness, how representation still has a long way to go, and why she doesn’t take the Union for granted.