3dtotal interviewer Neddy had an engaging conversation with Derek Domnic D’Souza about growing up in cultures where being an artist is not considered a real career. He also reveals what he considers the most prized part of the creative process, as well as valuable advice to artists on how to shape their environment to help achieve their goals. Listen to the roll-call of 3dtotal collaborators that are included among his sources of inspiration, and find out some the most impactful tips he shares in Quick & Simple Painting in Procreate. Finally, he attempts to teach us his pen-spin trick—perhaps you will have better luck mastering it!