Drawing by Iris Yon
In our mentorship circle we discussed visual effects in animation. We learned the pipeline differences between live action filmmaking and 3D animation. We also discussed the fantastical side of 3D animation, from camera movements to texturing. In addition, we spoke the visual effects industry that sparked a larger drive to support fellow artists, especially women and people of color.
The mentorship circle allowed me to get very vulnerable with my fears of being a woman in visual effects. I quickly shed that fear and have a new pride in being a woman of color in visual effects. I will continue to support all artists that have a passion for visual effects.
Later in the year, I accepted an honorable mention scholarship with Women in Animation and Unity. This was an incredible honor and I was able to learn so much with the scholarship.
