KZ: Hi David! What are your earliest memories of creating art?

D: I have been drawing my whole life. I remember when I was really young, I had coloured in a section of wallpaper in my bedroom. I was so proud of myself as I coloured within the lines, but I got in trouble from my parents for drawing on the walls.

KZ: When did you realise you wanted to work in animation or illustration?

D: When I was young watching cartoons on TV, I knew that’s what I wanted to do. Illustration has always been a huge part of my life and I’m grateful I can do it for a living.

KZ: Did anyone or anything inspire or influence your decision?

D: My parents were always very supportive of me and my artistic talents.

KZ: What is the best thing about being an artist, and the hardest part?

D: The best thing is definitely doing what I love for a career. The hardest part is being in a competitive industry. This makes It hard when first starting out, but believe in your talent and stick with it!

KZ: Can you share a secret from behind the scenes that might surprise K-Zoners?

D: I sketch my kids a lot as reference in my books.

KZ: Did you take part in any activities as a child that you feel contributed to your unique style or influenced the way you approach art?

D: I played a lot of sport when I was young, so I guess it not only made me competitive, but also made me work well in a team and want to improve my skills.

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