The Power of Creativity in Trying Times: A Family Legacy - S6004

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ABOUT THE SESSION

Join celebrated designer Dana Tanamachi as she takes us on a journey through the ups and downs of her illustrious career — and her family’s uniquely American story. We’ll take a look at how creativity can help us cope in difficult circumstances, and how it gives us hope and dignity in trying times. Through lighthearted yet intimate storytelling, Dana will unpack what it means to nurture and leave a legacy of creativity, something she learned from the matriarchs in her own lineage. 

In this heartwarming session, Dana will share:

  • A visual feast of her vintage-inspired lettering, illustrations, and murals 
  • How dollar store chalk landed her work on the covers of Time and O, The Oprah Magazine; an exclusive collection at Target; and beyond
  • A rare and inspiring glimpse of the art and handmade crafts from WWII-era Japanese-American internment camps — some from her family’s personal collection

Technical Level: General Audience

Type: Luminary Session

Category: Inspiration

Track: Graphic Design

Audience Types: Graphic Designer, Illustrator

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