Ryan E. Grady

Ryan E. Grady, an illustrator and professor, shares her journey through the worlds of visual storytelling and indie gaming. She discusses the challenges of creating art on a budget and the significance of creativity in game development. Diving into the impact of the gig economy, she highlights the importance of networking and utilizing tools like Unity and Blender. Ryan also explores pre-production in game design, emphasizing artistic iteration, and encourages listeners to develop a weekend game idea while considering the balance between specialization and broad skills.