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  • Navigating Multi Hyphenate Creativity with Lawrence Castro | Vertex Podcast

    Navigating Multi Hyphenate Creativity with Lawrence Castro | Vertex Podcast
    Feb 1 2026
    In this episode we explore the story of Lawrence Castro. Born and raised in Hawaii, Lawrence's interests and influences take him from painting graffiti in tunnels on the island, to graphic design in Long Beach, to Nail artistry in Austin Texas. Learn with us how he handles his tenacious creative spirit, and whispers of doubt and imposter syndrome along the way. Hopefully his story can help and encourage others on a similar path. Watch if you ever feel like you have more creative energy than you can realistically output. Hope y'all enjoy! Lawrence's Instas: @ lwrncastro @ nailsbyleftie Watch us live on Twitch! www.twitch.tv/theyoyocam Insta: @yoyocam Animated Intro made by ‪@doodlejor‬ Recorded outro by Michael Jarrin
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    1 Std. und 38 Min.
  • Gian Galang breaks into the UFC by way of paint | Vertex Podcast

    Gian Galang breaks into the UFC by way of paint | Vertex Podcast
    Jan 26 2026
    In this episode we get into the story and art of mixed media artist Gian Galang. From early inspirations like Ninja Turtles and Bruce Lee, He takes up both martial and visual arts and shows us how he developed a unique harmony between the two. Hope yall enjoy this episode! Gian's Website: https://giangalang.com/ Gian's Insta: @ giangalang Watch us live on Twitch! www.twitch.tv/theyoyocam Insta: @yoyocam Animated Intro made by ‪@doodlejor‬ Recorded outro by Michael Jarrin
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    1 Std. und 48 Min.
  • Jack Soren teaches us how to catch and ride waves of inspiration | Vertex Podcast

    Jack Soren teaches us how to catch and ride waves of inspiration | Vertex Podcast
    Jan 12 2026
    Welcome back everyone ! We've got our first episode back from our Holiday break, I hope everyone got to end and start their year in a way that was enjoyable and meaningful to them. Breaking in 2026 with our interview with Jack Soren @jacksorenhi . Born and raised Hawaiian Muralist and Designer, he shares with us his story and many many gems on using your own uniqueness as a spearhead to forming your own style and finding your audience as a creative. Hope yall enjoy! Jack's Website: https://www.jacksorenart.com/ Jack's Insta: @jacksoren Watch us live on Twitch! www.twitch.tv/theyoyocam Insta: @yoyocam Animated Intro made by ‪@doodlejor‬ Recorded outro by Michael Jarrin
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    3 Std. und 17 Min.
  • Calvin Finklea shows Rollerskating, graphic design and how they're connected! | Vertex Podcast

    Calvin Finklea shows Rollerskating, graphic design and how they're connected! | Vertex Podcast
    Nov 24 2025
    In this episode we speak to Calvin Finklea about his expertise in graphic design and rollerskating! Listen to how he goes from accidentally kicking holes in the wall at the rink to skating with Usher for music videos! Hope yall enjoy this one! Calvin Finklea is a Photographer/Graphic Designer based in New York City by way of Atlanta, GA. Calvin specializes in Graphic Design and Photography, and often combines the two to invoke emotions that couldn't otherwise be fully experienced unless the body was back in the moment itself. Calvin believes that Photography is more than just capturing a moment that the mind will remember, but creating a work of art that will transport you back to that special place or time. Whether it's the first precious days of a child's life, or the gleam of expectancy in a fiancé's eyes, Calvin makes sure that he preserves the delicate memories he has been entrusted with. Calvin's Website!: https://www.calvinfinklea.com/ Calvin's Instagram!: https://www.instagram.com/calvinef/?hl=en Watch us live on Twitch! www.twitch.tv/theyoyocam Insta: @yoyocam Animated Intro made by ‪@doodlejor‬
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    2 Std. und 43 Min.
  • Ty Goodwin shows the power of Creative Intentionality | Vertex Podcast

    Ty Goodwin shows the power of Creative Intentionality | Vertex Podcast
    Nov 17 2025
    In this episode we dive into the story of Artist and Character Designer Ty Goodwin, and into the weeds of his creative process. We learn how to set your intentions to make art on your own terms, and how to push meaningful reps in your creative journey to make progress you can feel each time you pick up the pencil. Hope yall enjoy this one! "A strong shape, a bold color, and a little time is all I need to turn a blank page into a breathing character. During my 7 year career as a professional designer, I have worked numerous shows, games, books, and music videos. I excel on projects demanding memorable, iconic, and bright characters. My designs bring impact that audiences won’t forget." Ty's Website!: https://www.tygoodwin.com/ Ty's Instagram!: https://www.instagram.com/tyagoodwin/?hl=en Waiylist Ty's Design course! : https://www.warriorartcamp.com/creative-design-theory-with-ty-goodwin Watch us live on Twitch! www.twitch.tv/theyoyocam Insta: @yoyocam Animated Intro made by ‪@doodlejor‬ Recorded Intro made by Michael Jarrin
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    3 Std. und 25 Min.
  • Nick Winn on Comics, Christianity, and Cartoon Network | Vertex Podcast

    Nick Winn on Comics, Christianity, and Cartoon Network | Vertex Podcast
    Nov 11 2025
    In this episode we talk to Illustrator and Character Designer Nick Winn! We get into several topics but some of my favorite places we went were: -Defining your own relationship with the divine -How to take your story ideas from loose thoughts to lines on paper -Art and design theory from Cartoon Network's top professionals and many many more, I hope you all enjoy! Nick's Bio : Nick Winn is an Annie Nominated Designer for TV and a freelance Writer/Illustrator for Comics based in Los Angeles. His clients include Cartoon Network, Titmouse, Shadow Machine and Netflix. He is currently Head Writer on the Adventure Time comics at Oni Press. Nick's Website! : https://winnsart.carbonmade.com/ Nick's Insta! : https://www.instagram.com/winnstinn/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/koacomix/?hl=en Watch us live on Twitch! www.twitch.tv/theyoyocam Insta: @yoyocam Animated Intro made by ‪@doodlejor‬ Recorded Intro made by Michael Jarrin
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    2 Std. und 24 Min.
  • WOES tells us his grand story of worldwide Painting and Puppetry | Vertex Podcast

    WOES tells us his grand story of worldwide Painting and Puppetry | Vertex Podcast
    Nov 3 2025
    In this episode we talk to Aaron 'Woes' Martin and hear about how his creative interests have taken him literally all over the world, from berlin streets, to mongolian suits of armor, to dinner tables with Kim Jung gi, this conversation literally took us to the moon and back. Hope you all enjoy! Woes Bio: Aaron ‘Woes’ Martin is an American artist, originally from the Hawaiian island of Oahu. His artistic focus is mainly based around very detailed images of Pandas that seem to be under some kind of emotional stress by using mediums consisting of but are not limited to acrylic paintings on wood and canvas with vibrant colours. With a history in art that spans back to the late 1990’s his earliest experiences in the graffiti scene as a kid growing up in Southern California and Las Vegas. In 2009, Woes picked up a can to paint out in public beginning with his iconic Panda characters to leave his moniker in different cities across the globe. Aaron has worked with giants with the likes of Mind Style, Disney, Kidrobot and New Era, he has also been published in magazines in the US, Japan & Europe. Aaron also has gone so far to have contributed to the youth by giving lectures at a few schools around the US and has even spoken at universities without despite not having any formal education himself. Woes' Insta : https://www.instagram.com/woes/?hl=en Watch us live on Twitch! www.twitch.tv/theyoyocam Insta: @yoyocam Animated Intro made by ‪@doodlejor‬ Recorded Intro made by Michael Jarrin
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    3 Std. und 8 Min.
  • Ash Rader speaks to animals with her art! | Vertex Podcast

    Ash Rader speaks to animals with her art! | Vertex Podcast
    Oct 27 2025
    In this episode we get into the story and current life/career of realistic wildlife painter Ash Rader! Having an upbringing in Korea, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico, she was exposed to so much wildlife from a young age, let's learn together how that's bloomed into an amazing career, where she can gice back to the very animals that inspired her from the beginning! Hope you all enjoy! Ash's Bio: Ashley Rader, known artistically as Ash Rader, is a contemporary wildlife artist whose work bridges the beauty of realism with the emotional depth of storytelling. Drawing inspiration from the natural world and the creatures within it, her paintings are rooted in both technical mastery and a deep commitment to conservation. Ash’s work is not only a reflection of her skill, but of her mission: to use art as a voice for the voiceless and bring awareness to endangered species through striking imagery. She is passionate about nurturing the next generation of creators and helping them find their own voices in the world of art. Whether painting to protect wildlife or mentoring the artists of tomorrow, Ash Rader continues to use her creativity as a catalyst for change—believing deeply in the transformative power of art to connect, educate, and inspire. Ash's Website! : https://www.raderartstudios.com/the-artist Ash's Insta! : https://www.instagram.com/raderartstudios/ Watch us live on Twitch! www.twitch.tv/theyoyocam Insta: @yoyocam Animated Intro made by ‪@doodlejor‬ Recorded Intro made by Michael Jarrin
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    2 Std. und 23 Min.