Dawud Anyabwile

Giuseppe Castellano talks to Emmy Award-winning illustrator and graphic novelist, Dawud Anyabwile about the origin story of Brotherman: Dictator of Discipline, and how it was a family affair; why it’s important to protect your intellectual property (if and when you can); what advice he has for discouraged illustrators; and more.

To learn more about Dawud, with anyabwile.com.

Artists mentioned in this episode include: Bernard Harmon, Sonia Sanchez, Reggie Byers, Dwayne Ferguson, Jack Kirby, and Billy Graham

Dawud mentioned his father’s book, Black Family Rituals. You can purchase it here.

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