Creative Block

In this episode, we interview Jessie Juwono! Jessie has worked as a recruiter, writer, storyboard artist for studios like WB Animation, Titmouse, and Cartoon Network! She's also the creator of the series of shorts, Baker's Cousins.   We talk about the balance between writing and talent development, why it's important to keep trying, running online fan forums, and more! While we talk, we doodl...

In this episode, we interview Karl Hadrika! Karl has recently worked as a Storyboard Artist on The Cuphead Show on Netflix. He’s also worked on shows such as Spongebob, Long Gone Gluch, and Animaniacs (2020)!   We chat about life drawing, interning at Disney, creating and developing Becky Prim, and more! While we talk, we doodle on a Google jamboard, where we draw from prompts we got on Twitt...

In this episode, we interview Pedro Eboli! Pedro is the creator and showrunner of Cupcake and Dino for Netflix and Ollie’s Pack for Nick.  We chat about his creative journey from Brazil to LA, beating the urge to get a show greenlit before your 30s, Mad Men, and more! While we talk, we doodle on a Google jamboard, where we draw from prompts we got on Twitter. Subscribe to our channel to hear...

Welcome to Creative Block with Vee and Gene! In this episode, we interview CH Greenblatt! Carl is the creator of Cartoon Network’s Chowder, Nickelodeon’s Harvey Beaks, and recently Jellystone on HBOMax. He’s also done work on Spongebob and The Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy. We chat about coming up with a pen name, how his time working in advertising helped his animating career, the importance...

In this episode, we interview Zoë Moss! Zoë has recently worked as a Storyboard Artist on The Cuphead Show on Netflix. She's also has done work on shows such as Bojack Horseman, Mighty Magiswords, and Animaniacs (2020)! We discuss her path to working in animation as well as her influences. We also chat about getting spooked by horror movies at a young age, being a child commercial star, creatively...

In this episode, we interview Jacob Strick! Jacob currently works as a Digital PA on Craig of the Creek and the co-creator/writer of the comic Pizza Day! We chat about being a Jake-of-all-Trades, hyping yourself up during job hunts, and more. While we talk, we doodle on a Google jamboard, where we draw from prompts we got on Twitter. Subscribe to our channel to hear more stories of other animation...

In this episode, we interview Chris Prynoski! Chris is the co-founder of Titmouse and creator of Motorcity! He's also done work on Metalocalypse and Megas XLR. We discuss his path to working in animation as well as his influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/JNh2NUtQzCY Become a Patron! ► https://www.patreon.com/crtvblock ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE...

In this episode, we interview Li Cree! Li has worked as a storyboard revisionist on Star Trek: Lower Decks and Critical Role: Vox Machina. We discuss her path to working in animation as well as her influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/xKi5hhd7_qo Become a Patron! ► https://www.patreon.com/crtvblock ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twit...

In this episode, we interview Katie Graziano! Katie has worked as a storyboard artist on Thundercats: Roar, The Mighty Ones, and Jellystone! We discuss her path to working in animation as well as her influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/hR3n87v_c64 Become a Patron! ►https://www.patreon.com/crtvblock ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twi...

In this episode, we interview Vivienne Medrano! Vivienne is the creator and producer of Hotel Hazbin and Helluva Boss, as well as the webcomic Zoophobia. We discuss her path to working in animation as well as her influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/dgwdBHVD4_4 Become a Patron! ►https://www.patreon.com/crtvblock ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK...

In this episode, we interview Parker Simmons! Parker is the creator of Mao Mao: Heroes of Pure Heart, as well as an Emmy-award winning voice actor! He's also worked as a board artist and animator on Motorcity, Metalocalypse, Venture Bros., Superjail, and many others. We discuss his path to working in animation as well as his influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat...

In this episode, we interview Megan Dong! Megan is the creator of Centaurworld and has previously worked as a board artist on Pinky Malinky and How to Train Your Dragon 2. We discuss her path to working in animation as well as her influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/zMs2DYUcvA4 ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twitter.com/crtvblock GE...

In this episode, we interview Jenny Goldberg! Jenny has worked as an art director on Invader Zim: Enter The Florpus and as a character designer on multiple other shows. We discuss her path to working in animation as well as her influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/YtBYRuDgNxA ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twitter.com/crtvblock GENE!...

In this episode, we interview Ian Jones-Quartey! Ian is the creator of OK K.O. and has previously worked as a storyboard artist, writer, and director on Steven Universe, Adventure Time, and Bravest Warriors. We discuss his path to working in animation as well as his influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/ZW7h_oyGHcg ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOC...

In this episode, we interview Shin Park! Shin has worked in production on multiple Nickelodeon and Netflix shows, and is currently a production manager at Marvel Studios. We discuss her path to working in animation as well as her influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/ODwARL45gu4 ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twitter.com/crtvblock GEN...

In this episode, we interview Toniko Pantoja! Toniko has worked as a director, storyboard artist, character designer, and animator. We discuss his path to working in animation as well as his influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/N9-FaLhMUdg ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twitter.com/crtvblock GENE! ► https://twitter.com/genegoldstein...

In this episode, we interview Jim Mortensen! Jim is currently a supervising director on Big Nate, and has also worked as a storyboard artist on The Fairly OddParents, Home: Adventures with Tip & Oh, Breadwinners, and many more. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/m6wOe7fHt9A ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twitter.com/crtvblock GENE! ► https...

In this episode, we interview Worthikids! Ian is a indie animator, musician, and creator of Big Top Burger. We discuss his path to working in animation as well as his influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/HT5wnNAAskA ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twitter.com/crtvblock GENE! ► https://twitter.com/genegoldstein VEE! ► https://twitter.c...

In this episode, we interview Stephanie Rizo! Stephanie has done character design for Arlo the Alligator Boy, and is currently a storyboard artist on Enter the Spider-Verse 2. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/1CVA1AjyBIc ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twitter.com/crtvblock GENE! ► https://twitter.com/genegoldstein VEE! ► https://twitter.com/...

In this episode, we interview Jeff Trammell! Jeff is a writer who has worked on tons of animated projects and comics, and is currently a head writer for Craig of the Creek. He's also a voice actor! We discuss his path to working in animation as well as his influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/aMoTDIfvMH4 ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https:...

In this episode, we interview Jhonen Vasquez! Jhonen is the creator of Johnny the Homicidal Maniac and Invader Zim and frequently streams Drawing Hurts. We discuss his path to working in animation as well as his influences.  Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/gK58L1CebuM ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twitter.com/crtvblock GENE! ► https:/...

In this episode, we interview Amanda Rynda! Amanda is currently an executive producer on DC Superhero Girls and has previously art directed on Loud House, as well as color styling on Star Vs. The Forces of Evil and Gravity Falls. We discuss her path to working in animation as well as her influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/FckXaSo1MZY ■■■■■■■...

In this episode, we interview Phil Rynda! Phil is currently a Director of Creative Leadership & Development at Netflix, has been a VP of animation development at Nickelodeon, and even taught at CalArts! We discuss his path to working in animation as well as his influences. While we talk, we doodle on a Google jamboard, where we draw from prompts we got on Twitter. Subscribe to our channel to h...

In this episode, we interview Mike Rianda! Mike is the director of The Mitchells vs. the Machines, and was a creative director on Gravity Falls. We discuss his path to working in animation as well as his influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/6WLpmGPnMew ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twitter.com/crtvblock GENE! ► https://twitter.com/g...

In this episode, we interview GiA Ligammari! GiA is a storyboard artist and has worked on multiple shows like Jellystone, Inside Job, and the Angry Birds movie. We discuss her path to working in animation as well as her influences. Watch this episode on YouTube to see us doodle while we chat ► https://youtu.be/zyu0upSkhac ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ CREATIVE BLOCK ► https://twitter.com/crtvblock GENE! ► https...