Trailblazing with Tuskegee Heirs: Greg Burnham's Adventure in Storytelling
Engage in an illuminating conversation with acclaimed writer Greg Burnham, known for his captivating Tuskegee Heirs comic series and author of two notable children's books, "Broken Glass" and "Grandpa's Shoes."
In this inspiring episode, we delve into:
- Greg's fascinating journey in the world of comics and writing. His inspirations and motivations behind pursuing this creative career.
- The conceptualization process behind his work. We learn about the diverse characters Greg creates and understand the importance of representation in his storytelling.
- The hurdles Greg has encountered in his career and his methodologies to overcome them. Greg also shares insightful advice for upcoming writers who may face similar challenges.
- The impact of platforms like Awesome Con on creators. We discuss how such platforms offer an opportunity to showcase work, interact with fans, and connect with the community.
- Greg's approach to preparing for Awesome Con and the convention season. He shares his strategies for ensuring a successful and engaging experience for himself and his fans.
- A sneak peek into Greg's exciting upcoming projects and collaborations. We also learn about his dream project that he wishes to undertake in the future.
This episode is a must-listen for comic enthusiasts, aspiring writers, and anyone intrigued by the creative process behind compelling storytelling.
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- The Science Fair, an area of Awesome Con exploring where science and science fiction meet!
- The Book Fair, an area of Awesome Con dedicated to authors and book dragons alike!
- Awesome Con Jr, an all-ages destination for the next generation of fans
- Pride Alley, a celebration of queer creators and fans curated by GeeksOUT
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Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.
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If you have a story about art, culture, or community, share it with us at rob@thetruthinthisart.com for a chance to be featured on 'The Truth In This Art' podcast.
Follow The Truth In This Art on Twitter, Threads, IG, and Facebook @truthinthisart
Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.
Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.
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