Lily: The Artist
How old were you when you started doing artwork on a regular basis?
What was the first fandom you were a part of?
What was the most difficult piece of fan art you’ve done so far? Why was it difficult?
How has fandom influenced how you make art?
Who do you find yourself drawing lately?
Why does fanart matter?
This interview was conducted on Facebook Messenger via video chat. Lily is a 20 year old artist who is currently attending Western Connecticut State University. She’s an avid DC comics fan and is proficient in many forms of art. Her best friend Taylor happened to be visiting her during the interview.
Lauren: How old were you when you started doing artwork on a regular basis?
Lily: 12.
Taylor: 11 and a half.
Lauren: (smiles) Perfect. What was the first fandom you were a part of?
Lily:Um...Hetalia, right? (Looks at Taylor)
Taylor: Yup. Definitely.
Lauren: Excellent. What was the most difficult piece of fan art you’ve done so far? Why was it difficult?
Lily: I had to make a Dr. Who themed billboard in sophomore year of high school. It was difficult because I’ve never used photoshop before. It was pretty good.
Lauren: So it still holds up?
Lily: Well, no. I don’t have it anymore. I just remember thinking it was good. But it got messed up during the art show so I had to get rid of it.
Lauren: Ah. So...How has fandom influenced how you make art?
Lily: I’ve learned how to work with different styles and stances.
Lauren: Great. Who do you find yourself drawing lately?
Lily: Starfire.
Lauren: (laughs) Final question...Why does fanart matter?
Lily: Because it’s a way of creative expression.
Taylor: It’s way to start from-
Lauren: A baseline?
Lily: Yeah.
Lauren: Awesome. Thank you so much, Lily.











