Unlocking Us with Brené Brown Brené with Domee Shi on Creativity, Curiosity, and Turning Red
May 4, 2022
Domee Shi, an Academy Award-winning animator from Pixar, shares her groundbreaking journey in animation. She discusses the creative process behind her films 'Bao' and 'Turning Red,' shedding light on themes of adolescence and cultural identity. Domee emphasizes the importance of curiosity and community in the arts, recounting her personal triumphs and challenges. Their candid conversation explores how vulnerability and collaboration spark creativity, turning childhood dreams into professional success, while inspiring insights into navigating life's messy moments.
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Early Art Lessons And Finding A Tribe
- Domee Shi describes learning to draw with her father and using art to connect in school.
- She credits Sheridan College for giving her a community that pushed her craft forward.
Rejected, Reworked, Then Accepted
- Domee recounts applying to the Pixar internship, making the shortlist, then being rejected and using it as fuel.
- She reworked her portfolio, opened up socially, and earned the internship the following year.
Share Work Early To Find Collaborators
- Share early drafts and invite collaborators to recreate a motivating school-like energy.
- Use that shared momentum to sustain side projects while working on day jobs.