About Me

Joowon MacDowell is an artist and writer whose work blends poetic language, emotional depth, and a reverence for nature and memory.

Credentials:

• Professor of Practice at SMU Guildhall
• Masters in Interactive Technology in Digital Game Development (SMU)
• MFA, Illustration (SCAD)

An experienced educator in game development, Joowon brings a unique narrative voice shaped by years of mentoring creative minds and exploring how art and story can shape understanding.

When she’s not making games, writing, drawing or teaching, Joowon enjoys hiking with her family, painting quiet moments, and watching her daughter discover magic in small things — like fallen acorns.

Last Updated: 5/1/2025