🚨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 h…

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 @book…

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 acr…

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 co…

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 m…

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 t…

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 d…

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…

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 cur…

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 pod…

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…

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 …

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 si…

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 p…

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 p…

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…

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. …

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 a…

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 talent…

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, Mar…

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, transfo…

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 …

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. Foll…

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.ibrahimmousta…

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 …

Find & Follow us on all the socials: WacomXPDX Season 2, Episode 5 of ‘Why We Create’, we sat down with educator, writer, doodler and mismatch sock wearer, Carrie Baughcum to chat about the power of sketchnoting. Carrie has been a special education teacher for the past 24 years and one of the top advocates for sketchnoting. What is sketchnoting, yo…

Find & Follow us on all the socials: WacomXPDX Season 2, Episode 4 of ‘Why We Create’, we're joined by UK born and LA based cartoonist, illustrator, and musician Luke McGarry. In what we can only describe as our most sarcastic and most hilarious conversation yet, we chat about the everyday norms of growing up in a creative family, the value of laug…

Find & Follow us on all the socials: WacomXPDX For Episode 3 of ‘Why We Create’, we're joined by Portland artist, Jenn Ely, to discuss all things illustration, visual development and the emotional currency of films. As you browse through Jenn’s portfolio you’ll see that she is truly a master of her craft. Even our amazing discord community was curi…

Find & Follow us on all the socials: WacomXPDX For episode 2 of Why We Create, we sat down with 3D modeler, VFX and character artist Lamarcus Harvey. He’s the go-to person for all things character design and 3D modeling (he’s got you), a hardcore creature and monster fan, s’mores afficionado (it’s all about that charred sh’mellow) and tire renderin…

Find us on all the socials: WacomXPDX Load up those rattle cans, grab your backpack and let's get ready to make our marks. 🖌️ We’re back with another amazing season of “Why We Create” and who better than to launch us into the new year than Chicago native and multi-faceted creative, Amuse126. Amuse126 is known for his ability to lure an unaware audi…

Who doesn’t love a good festival, sprinkled with a dash of inspiration, education and of course some Creative Chaos. For this episode of ‘Why We Create’ we’re discussing all things creative chaos and Connected Ink. To give season one a proper send off, we figured who better than to speak with but Wacom’s own CEO, Nobu. And what better subject to di…

Ep 11 brings us back to the early weeks of August and the exciting events Portland based footwear celebration, SneakerWeek PDX. For this special live recorded episode of 'Why We Create' we sat down with 3D designer and emerging photographer, Brett Brown. We discussed everything from his long nights as a 3D modeler in the game industry to his journe…

In Ep. 10 of ‘Why We Create’, Surrealist illustrator, Author, and professional night owl, Rafik El Hariri, sat down with us to discuss the power of tapping into your own creativity. Based in Tripoli, Lebanon, Rafik has been a professional artist since 2016 when he was gifted his very first Wacom tablet by his sister. In that time, he’s contributed …

We got 99 problems but this episode of "Why We Create” definitely isn't one of them. For EP. 9 we sat down with UK based Illustrator, Animator and Hip-Hop appreciator, Ali Graham. Ali is best known for his adorable and wholesome illustrations of some of the greatest hip-hop legends of all time. From his early years creating webcomics to one of his …

Welcome to a super special episode of Why We Create. For our 8th episode we sat down with Herbert Beauclere, Co-founder of Sneaker Week PDX. Since 2017, Sneaker Week has built a foundation of diversity and trust while showing the world how footwear changes lives while enriching consumer experiences and takeaways for a great cause through storytelli…

In episode 7 of Why We Create, we sat down with the brilliant and hilarious inventors, engineers, fabricators, and creators of the PinBox 3000. The Pinbox 3000 is an educational device/game/and all around fun time, brought to you by the Cardboard Teck Instantute (https://www.pinbox3000.com/) - a tool of the ages, combining science and fun in a smal…

Episode 6 took us all the way across the pond for a fabulous conversation with illustrator, sketchbook enthusiast and traveling artist, Nina Cosford. From pandemic hairstyles to tights that never seem to fit properly, Nina shared with us her approach to illustration and the importance of discussing our shared experiences. Often it’s those small mom…

Grab your sketchbook and your favorite water colors, we’re heading outside. For episode 5 of ‘Why We Create’ we had the privilege of speaking with scientific illustrator, rock collector and birb (birb=bird) enthusiast, Liz Clayton Fuller. Liz shared with us what it takes to become a scientific illustrator, her love for birds and a bushel of fun bir…

For episode 4 of Why We Create, we grabbed our headsets and logged back into the Oasis for an amazing and hilarious conversation about Virtual, Augmented and Mixed reality with Creative Director and talented XR artist, Estella Tse. We discussed the limitations and ever-growing possibilities of creating in virtual realities and digital spaces, as we…

Third times a charm. For episode 3 we had the pleasure of speaking to Architectural Visualizer Mike Golden, aka Droquis. Mike is a brilliant 3D artist who not only creates beautiful architectural renderings, but masterfully renders gorgeous Sci-fi landscapes that combine a variety of different digital techniques and programs. In this episode we dis…

In episode 2 of 'Why We Create' we sat down with Behavioral Scientist Jessica Outlaw and discussed all things AR, VR and the importance of user feedback and research. During our conversation, she shared with us her approach to setting up effective and productive user testing sessions, her insights into the current state and future of all things XR …

Welcome to the first official episode of 'Why We Create', a podcast brought to you by the team at the Wacom Experience Center here in Portland, Oregon. Our first episode we had the opportunity to speak with comic book artists and all around fabulous human, Will Sliney. Many of you have seen his work in comic books like Spiderman, Star Wars 'Rise of…

Welcome to the pre-show episode of Why We Create, the new podcast discussing all things innovation, technology and creativity. Brought to you by the team at the Wacom Experience Center in Portland, Oregon, we'll be speaking to makers, creatives and brilliant minds from all around the globe. No topics are off limits, we're interested in learning mor…