Nancy Chiu received both her BFA and MFA in illustration from California State University, Long Beach. She currently resides in Southern California and works as a commission artist. Ms. Chiu doodles constantly and is passionate about breakfast food. Her work is inspired by her personal experiences and love of nature. She also finds great joy cuddling with her favorite bird, Deedo.

Rebecca Morel earned her bachelor’s degree in animation at the Laguna College of Art and Design. In addition to her work in the Digital Media Conservatory, she teaches at the Joyarts Studio and works on freelance and story art projects. Ms. Morel has been the Digital Media Conservatory’s resident animator since 2013 and also teaches in the school’s elective program.

Adolph Soliz graduated from the Laguna College of Art and Design where he studied character animation. Mr. Soliz has since had great opportunities to work with a wide variety of people and projects, including Disney. He currently teaches all grade levels; from kindergarten through college. Along with teaching, Mr. Soliz illustrates children's books and is developing his own stories for books and film.