Matty J IV on The Buttonverse – Josh Button’s Story in Animation (2025-08-11)

Broome artist and storyteller Josh Button joins Matty J in studio to share the deeply personal journey behind The Buttonverse — an animated project co-directed with filmmaker Bernadette Trench-Thiedeman. From growing up in Broome and overcoming early life challenges, to finding his voice through art, screen printing, and storytelling, Josh opens up about how his lived experiences shaped this creative universe. Bernadette shares her perspective on bringing Josh’s vision to life using animation, blending stop motion, digital techniques, and Josh’s own artwork and narration. The pair talk about the origins of The Buttonverse at the Centre for Stories in Perth, the collaborative process, and hopes for a future short film that can be shared locally and nationally. Along the way, Josh reflects on the support of his community, the importance of telling your own story, and inspiring others through creativity. 📅 Keep an eye out for the Buttonverse trailer coming soon, and follow Josh’s work at Joshua Button Enterprises on Facebook.