Pablo Smith: Bringing Scripture to Life Through Animation and the Book of Mormon Graphic Novel

Pablo Smith: Bringing Scripture to Life Through Animation and the Book of Mormon Graphic NovelHost: Cassidy BeckPodcast: Verses & Visions: Creative Conversations✨ Episode OverviewWhat happens when a lifelong passion for storytelling meets a desire to strengthen faith at home?In this special 100th episode of Verses & Visions, Cassidy sits down with animator and creator Pablo Smith to explore the heart behind his Book of Mormon graphic novel—a project that began as a simple effort to help his daughter connect with scripture and has since grown into something much bigger.With over 20 years of experience in animation, Pablo has worked with major studios like Disney, Nickelodeon, and DreamWorks. But it’s his personal project—bringing the Book of Mormon to life through visual storytelling—that has become one of his most meaningful creative endeavors.Together, they discuss creativity, faith, perseverance, and what it looks like to use your God-given talents in service of something greater.🔑 Key Topics DiscussedHow Pablo’s career in animation (including work on major studio projects) shaped his storytelling approachThe moment his daughter’s struggle with scripture sparked the idea for a graphic novelWhy visual storytelling can make scripture more accessible and engagingThe balance between staying doctrinally faithful and creatively expressiveThe role of personal projects in sustaining creativity over timeOvercoming self-doubt and continuing to create without external validationHow this project has strengthened Pablo’s testimony and connection to the Book of MormonWhy developing your talents fully matters when you feel called to create💛 Personal TakeawayThis conversation is a powerful reminder that the things we feel called to create often start small—sometimes even quietly, within our own homes.Pablo didn’t begin with a large platform or a publishing deal. He began with a desire to help his child—and a willingness to act on that prompting. Over time, that simple act of creation grew into something that is now reaching and impacting others.It’s a beautiful example of what can happen when we trust that our talents have purpose—and choose to use them.🔗 Resources & Links🎧 Listen to Pablo’s work on YouTube: Book of Mormon Graphic Novel📘 Preorder Pablo’s upcoming graphic novel (publishing September through Cedar Fort Publishing & Media):👉 https://www.cedarfort.com/products/the-book-of-mormon-graphic-novel-volume-1🤝 Connect with Pablo SmithYouTube: Book of Mormon Graphic NovelWebsite: Book of Mormon Graphic NovelSocial Media: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok