Instructor Bio: Risa Iwasaki Culbertson is a multimedia artist, illustrator, and owner of Papa Llama; a playful stationery company based out of San Francisco. She is experienced in a wide variety of mediums including fiber arts, paper, sculpting, illustration, stop-motion animation and more. Specializing in wacky, whimsical, and colorful pieces to brighten up the gloomiest of days, her work is all about being playful as a way to recharge the creative spirit. Her work can be found in stores nationwide through her stationery company, Papa Llama, galleries, workshops, immersive installation in Dallas, TX, as well as The Neighborhood Appreciation Cards with Chronicle Books. Check out more of her work on Insta at @Risa_Iwasaki_Culbertson and @PapaLlamaMama.