Building Worlds: Writing and Drawing for Digital Storytelling

Join us this summer for Building Worlds: Writing and Drawing for Digital Storytelling, a beginner-friendly workshop where you will explore the foundations of creative writing and art practices for animation!

Through hands-on exercises in writing and sketching, you will develop characters, build immersive worlds, craft compelling narratives, and learn essential techniques in composition, story structure, and visual storytelling.

Workshop Schedule

June 3 – July 10
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30 PM PST

Meet Your Instructors

Dr. Yairamaren Maldonado, Ph.D. (UC Berkeley) is a published author and the founder and executive director of Escritura Pública, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting BIPOC women’s voices through storytelling, the literary arts, and multimedia publications.

Tim Evatt is a designer at Pixar Animation Studios, with credits on films like Inside Out 2, Lightyear, Coco, and Soul. With 20 years in the industry, his expertise spans video games and animated films, bringing worlds and characters to life on the big screen.

More Information

Whether you want to create for animation, film, books, video games, or even yourself, this workshop provides a safe space to experiment, learn, and grow! Spots are limited, so don’t miss out—secure your place today! To find more information and to register for our workshop, visit our website, newmedia.academy!