S2: EP5: Rayaan’s ADMI Story - This Is ADMI ft Rayaan Mukhtar

Rayaan Mukhtar shares her journey as a 2D animation student at Africa Digital Media Institute (ADMI), where she found a space to explore her creativity and grow at her own pace. From her first drawing classes to exhibiting her work, each moment helped her build confidence and connect with the storyteller within. The environment gave her permission to be herself and space to learn without pressure. In this interview, Rayaan speaks about the support she received from her lecturers, the friendships formed on campus, and the quiet joy of learning alongside others. She talks about how ADMI’s events, diverse student body, and hands-on teaching style helped her feel part of something meaningful. Every assignment, classroom session, and conversation added to her growth as both a person and an artist. This story gives a personal look at life at ADMI and what it means to study animation in Kenya. For students thinking about a creative path, or anyone searching for a school where passion and people matter, Rayaan’s journey offers a glimpse into what learning can feel like when it’s grounded in care, community, and purpose.