In this episode of Leaf Nodes, Adria and Sydney sit down with Iman Gadalla, an artist and animation student. They discuss Iman's creative journey and how her love for storytelling led her to pursue a career in animation. Iman shares the influence her creative parents had on her artistic development and talks about the challenges faced in pursuing art instead of a more practical career path. She opens up about the impact of her Egyptian culture and how it has shaped her unique style. The conversation touches on the importance of embracing one's quirks and being true to oneself as an artist. Throughout their discussion, there is a sense of passion, vulnerability, and humor that shines through – making this episode both insightful and entertaining. Here’s a brief topic breakout:- Iman's love for storytelling through animation and her parents' creative influence- Overcoming fear and pursuing a career in art - The importance of representation in animation- Finding one's own style as an artist and embracing uniquenessConnect with Iman:Iman GadallaInstagram: @Imangadalla Website: Imangadalla.squarespace.comConnect with Sydney: Website Shop Instagram Connect with Adria Website Instagram

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