About VerDawn
Building A Greener Fandom Future
Verdawn is a digital magazine and educational toolkit created to help artists, organizers, manufacturers, and convention attendees make more sustainable decisions. Through research, stories, and practical resources, we hope to inspire a future where creativity and environmental responsibility can exist together.
Why We Started
Every convention brings together thousands of artists and fans, creating unforgettable memories and opportunities for independent creators. However, these events also generate large amounts of waste—from excess packaging and disposable plastics to overproduced merchandise.After interviewing independent artists, manufacturers, and sustainability experts, we realized that many creators wanted to become more environmentally conscious but lacked accessible information and practical resources.Verdawn was created to bridge that gap.
To Educate
Provide accessible sustainablity resources for artists
To Empower
Help creators make informed production decisions
To Connect
bring together artists, organizers, manufacturers, and attendees toward one greener future
How We Built VerDawn
1. Research
Surveyed convention attendeess to understand habit and awareness
Focus Group Disscussions
Talked with Independent artists about their challenges and practices
Manufacturer Interviews
Learned about production processes, material, and sustainability effort
Carbon Footprint Research
Consulted carbon footprint experts to better understand environmental impact
VerDawn
A toolkit and magazine designed for the artist community
Meet The Team