Why We Create

🚨New Episode Alert🚨  A special new episode for y’all from the official #wacom podcast, Why We Create.  In this episode we sat down (very cautiously I might add) with PDX based ergonomist, artist, and founder of ErgoArts, Serafine Lilien. Serafine’s career started out in the arts, and she now does work to help creatives (and folks of all kinds) stay happy, healthy, and free of any repetitive stra...

As we wrap up season 3 of the official #wacom podcast, Why We Create, we take a look back to our past seasons for some of our favorite highlights and folks reasons for why they do what they do.  This “best of” episode features clips from: ·        Luke McGarry   @lukeymcgarry   ·        Dakota Cates aka @wizardofbarge ·        Colby Nichols @colbynichols ·        Katie Pryde   @bookswpictures ·   ...

It’s lucky number 13 for the official #wacom podcast, Why We Create.  In this episode we sat down with PDX based Creative Director, Concept Artist and aspiring Improv actor, Barret Thomson of Deep Sky to dish on all things concept art, the influence of traveling, working with musicians and so much more.   Barret’s influence at Deep Sky can be seen across their amazing portfolio of work, including...

For the latest episode of the official #wacom podcast, Why We Create, we caught up with long time friend and collaborator Andre Luis to discuss the power of finding your tribe, cultivating community, and the struggles and successes of being a creative entrepreneur.  Andre Luis founded Trojan Horse was a Unicorn (aka T.H.U) back in 2013. Since its conception, it has been a highly anticipated and hi...

For the latest episode of the official #wacom podcast, Why We Create, we’re syncing up with a few of our favorite local gamers, Will Lewis and Marlow Dobbe of PIG Squad and Rose City Games. They share with us what it takes to not only create your own indie game, but also cultivate an amazing community of game developers.  From musicians to project managers, we discuss all of the roles involved in...

For the latest episode of the official #wacom podcast, Why We Create, we’re heading into the flat graphic territory of adobe illustrator, discussing all things clean lines, tidy color palettes and the ‘Modern Vintage’ aesthetic.  We sat down with the master of flat graphics himself, Tom Whalen aka @strongstuff to dish on everything from layers, to typeface, and how to balance multiple characters i...

Listen in while we drift into the magical, delightful, and surrealist worlds created by none other than international artist Nicolas Barrome Forgues in our latest episode of the official #wacom podcast, Why We Create.  Speaking to us from his home in France, Nico shares with us behind the scenes stories from some of his largest projects, his early day as an aspiring artist, and his love for Spielb...

We’re studying the tomes and channeling all our strength for episode 8 of the official #wacom podcast, Why We Create.  Listen in while we journey through the world of wizards, goblins, and trolls (oh my!) with So. Cal based artist Dakota Cates, better known as the Wizard of Barge. Dakota shares with us his insights into living a magical life and just what it takes to become the Stepfather of Fanta...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX Did you know that being a skilled Dungeon Master can also translate to becoming a skilled Creative Director?  In episode 7 of Why We Create, we sat down with the brilliant and talented Illustrator, Creative Director and storyteller, Colby Nichols.  From his work at Portland, Oregon design studio Jolby , to his current endeavors in the gaming industry, we get t...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX You can find ‘Why We Create’ on all major podcast platforms (visit our lnk.bio) What makes your city, town or neighborhood so great? For us here in Portland, one of our greatest poitns of pride is the iconic and Eisner award winning Comic Book store, Books with Pictures.   For episode 6 of the official @wacom podcast, Why We Create, we sat down with founder, n...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX What happens when the love for good food, good stories and great art collide? For episode 5 of the wacom podcast, Why We Create, we sat down with Brett Warnock, Chief Editor of Kitchen Table Magazine.  Kitchen Table Mag combines illustrations, stories and recipies, into a comic/zine like layout that focus on the people behind some of Portland’s favorite restau...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX You can find ‘Why We Create’ on all major podcast platforms (visit our lnk.bio) Dust off your art supplies, grab your favorite paint brushes and lets make some marks. For episode 4 of the official #wacom podcast, Why We Create, we’re talking to the brush-master himself, Kyle T. Webster.  For digital artists and #photoshop enthusiasts, Kyles name will automatic...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX For Ep 3 we spoke with skilled photographer, Joshua Jordan.  Joshua shared with us his love of portrait photography and his humble beginnings capturing images of his grandparents and family.   We also spent some time nerding out on our favorite gear, photo and studio lighting techniques and the differences, and similarities, between portrait and product photog...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX You can find our podcast ‘Why We Create’ on all major podcast platforms (visit our lnk.bio) For our second episode of ‘Why We Create’, we sat down with publisher and artist, Mark Siegel to chat about the creation of his publishing company, First Second Books , the magic behind a collaborative workflow, and the power of sequential storytelling.  You can find an...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX You can find our podcast ‘Why We Create’ on all major podcast platforms (visit our lnk.bio) We’re kicking off Season 3 of ‘Why We Create’ with one of our favorite artists, twitch streamers and Clip Studio Paint enthusiasts, Sarajean Chung aka The One with Bear.   In this episode we learn all about the life of a professional freelance artist, the joys of washi...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX You can find our podcast ‘Why We Create’ on all major podcast platforms (visit our lnk.bio) Get ready for the #RoseCityComicCon special of the wacom podcast ‘Why We Create’. For episode 14 we sat down with animator and storyboard artists, Ben Lane and Todd Hoppmeyer.  From the Simpsons to Inside Job, we got down in the mix of just what does it take to be a sto...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX You can find our podcast ‘Why We Create’ on all major podcast platforms (visit our lnk.bio) For Ep 13 of the wacom podcast ‘Why We Create’ we sat down with the man behind some of the most hyped sneakers in the world, the current head of Donda industrial design, the Godfather of Dad shoes himself, Steven Smith.  Steven’s influence in the industry can be traced...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX You can find our podcast ‘Why We Create’ on all major podcast platforms (visit our lnk.bio) For Ep 12 of the wacom podcast ‘Why We Create’ we sat down with Brooklyn based artist, twitch streamer, and all-around awesome guy, Lanny Ho.  From traditional block prints to tattoos, Lanny is a true multi-disciplinary artist that has the ability to shift from medium t...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX You can find our podcast ‘Why We Create’ on all major podcast platforms (visit our lnk.bio) For Ep 11 of the wacom podcast ‘Why We Create’ we had the honor of speaking with artist, inventor, director, fabricator, Rube Goldberg aficionado and who we claim may be the most trusting person on the planet, the talented and brilliant, Bob Partington.  If you’ve been...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX You can find our podcast ‘Why We Create’ on all major podcast platforms (visit our lnk.bio) For Ep 10 of the wacom podcast ‘Why We Create’ we’re diving into the world of events, conferences and the skillful people that make them happen. We’re speaking with the creative mind behind @btconf Beyond Tellerrand, Marc Thiele.  From his early days as a web developer...

For Ep 9 of the wacom podcast ‘Why We Create’ we sat down with the lovely and talented, Genva Bowers to chat about chill pet dragons, fantastical sunsets, magical gardens more.   Nestled the gorgeous surrounding of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Geneva is inspired by the landscapes around her and is known to use local scenery in her illustrations, transforming even the most mundane locations to somethi...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX You can also find this podcast ‘Why We Create’ on all major podcast platforms (visit our lnk.bio) Self-taught coder, Master of finger painting, Live experimental animator, Entertainer and so much more… for episode 8 of ‘Why We Create’ we sat down with Multi-Disciplinary artist Tom DesLongchamp to get an inside look at his creative process.  For those that foll...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX You can also find this podcast ‘Why We Create’ on all major podcast platforms  We’re back with another educational and inspirational episode of “Why We Create”. In this episode we sat down with the Kaiser himself, Mr. Bryan Tillman to discuss all things art, education, markers and the importance of failing.  Following the motto of ‘just do it’ – Bryans career...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX We're back with Portland based comic book illustrator, writer and three-time Eisner Award nominee, Ibrahim Moustafa.  In Part 2 of our conversation we dive into the serious questions like who would win in fight; Thor, Hulk or the Thing; and of course, who’s the best James Bond.  WEBSITE: https://www.ibrahimmoustafa.com/   SOCIAL MEDIA:                 IG:...

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX For episode 6 of ‘Why We Create’ we had the honor of sitting down with three-time Eisner Award Nominated Comic Book Illustrator and writer, Ibrahim M. Moustafa. Ibrahim is a Portland, Or based comic book writer, illustrator, car enthusiast, dog lover and time-loop afficionado.  Ibrahim may be best known for his work on the Eisner Award Nominated publications s...