Jourdan Hamilton

Role: Panelist

Affiliation: Studio Gatsby

Title: Anime Digital Artist

Session Name: Blacks in Sci-fi, Anime, Comic Books and Graphic Novels, Afro-centrism and American Kinship: A Visual Exploration

Bio:

Jourdan Larue Hamilton is an Austin, Texas native. While growing up in this cultural center, Austin exposed him to a variety of art styles and technology. At the age of 15, he knew creating a brand was in his future. During his adolescent and teenage years, Jourdan was fascinated by computers, fantasy, and Japanese animation. Over time, he merged those influences to begin writing black fiction. He is a “self-taught artist.” He began teaching himself art with the end goal of creating his own comic books and media. His increased proficiency would allow him to step further into the world of digital art and animation. Jourdan began showcasing his work in Houston Texas at art galleries, clubs, and music venues sponsored by stark nova a lo-fi hip-hop label and clothing brand.

He is currently working to found a Black-owned studio that will be primarily focused on 2-D and 3-D animation. The studio will produce Afro-punk-inspired animations with messages of brotherhood, Black love, and fantasy.

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