“Part of artmaking is embracing when something is not part of the thing. And when something kind of comes at you unexpectedly either. In a way that is quite unavoidable.”
Enter a world of artistic magic with Ashanti Fortson, an award-winning cartoonist, an illustrator, a comics editor, and an educator with a deep interest in difficult emotions, quiet moments, and the rifts and connections between human beings. Their work explores transience and reflection through a tenderhearted lens, and their love for color is a thread that runs through everything they make. A good comic essay will always brighten their day. Ashanti lives in Baltimore with their spouse, their cat Miss Cheese, and at least three pet rats at all times. They're the spider-saving sort.
In this episode, we take a peek into the exciting world of comics. Ashanti Fortson leads the way, introducing a cool workshop about imagining energy. She helps folks tap into their creative juices, using pens and a big notepad.
The episode goes on to explore what gets people going, what makes them create art, and how nature inspires artists. As the episodes roll, we see how embracing unexpected things in art is awesome, and we end with a big thanks to all who joined in. Join us on the Sequential Artists Workshop's podcast and let your creativity run wild in the comic world.
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Comics can be a helpful tool for self-reflection on topics like energy, motivation, inspiration, and strength.
Embracing accidents and unexpected things, which helps keep the creative process fresh.
Inspiration can be found in unexpected places, like nature, everyday objects, and life experiences.
