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In the latest episode of Portrait of a Fangirl podcast, host Jenna Wrenn spoke with artist Moon about how art can make every fangirl feel seen.
Portrait of a Fangirl Podcast
The “Portrait of a Fangirl Podcast” is a new series from the team at the Temple of Geek. Portrait of a Fangirl initially began as a web series and has now expanded into a podcast series as well. You can watch and listen to the series both here and as well as on our YouTube channel. Hosted by Jenna Wrenn, at the core of the project is the importance of telling the stories of women who have found inspiration, growth, and power through fandom.
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Creating a Safe Space in Fandom
Being a fangirl looks different to each person. In this episode, Moon talks about using her art as a way to connect fangirls together.
I want to just prove to myself that my ideas are valid, because never think you don’t have a valid idea. It might not be successful in the way you hope or anticipate. But there’s different ways to gauge success and that’s exactly what I’ve done. It’s gotten to the point where it’s changed the minds of those around me where they actually are telling me to do more. They’re giving me more ideas.
About our Guest
Moon is a California-based artist. Her products range from stickers to pins, in addition to clothing. Some of her biggest fandoms include Jujutsu Kaisen and Heaven Official’s Blessing. You can check out her product on Etsy as well as follow her on social media at Instagram and Tik Tok.
About our Host
Jenna Wrenn is a podcast host and entertainment correspondent for Temple of Geek. In addition she has written several articles covering conventions, anime, and much more. Born and raised on Long Island, NY, Jenna is a historian by trade, writer by passion, and cat mom by birthright.
Jenna loves all things nerdy and can be found playing D&D with her long-standing Sunday night group. Equally important to her, Jenna loves cosplaying, reading, and rewatching Star Wars: Rebels.
For more Fangirl stories, check out:
Fangirl Culture in everyday life
Fangirling to the best version of yourself
Voice Actor Anne Yatco on Embracing your inner Fangirl
The Positive Impacts of the Cosplay Community
How Portrait of a Fangirl Came to Be
