Books may be
purchased ahead of time before presentation.
Through my
love for art and children, I offer my
services
as a speaker for schools.
My presentations
teach children about art and what it takes to succeed
as
a professional artist through persistence.
My
program starts with a 5 to 10 minute overview of how I started
my career as
an
artist and why I enjoyed drawing as a youngster. I describe the
type of
education
I received and the 20 years I spent in the commercial art
business
before
I fulfilled my dream of becoming a fulltime fine artist.
Next,
I present a 15 to 20 minute slide show of early and current paintings
along
with showing slides of my studio. I also discuss my
experience
of painting for 12 years for national art competitions.
The last 10 to 15 minutes are spent
sketching a detailed drawing
as children follow along step by
step.
I have found
this to be fun and exciting for the children as
well
as
the teachers. During this time I will discuss the importance of
drawing
and persistence in order to be a successful artist.
When finished, the children will have
a well-executed drawing to take home with them.
The session
will end with a question
and answer period.
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Schedule
I prefer to give four 45 - 50 minute presentations, two in the
morning and two in the afternoon. My programs are well suited for
approximately 150 children per 45-minute period. Please group
younger grades together, such as 1st & 2nd graders, instead of 1st
& 5th graders. Gymnasium's work very well for all groups of
children. The floors are usually sufficient for them to draw on.
Supplies
needed:
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Large room, preferably the gymnasium for large groups of 100 or more.
Media rooms and/or Art rooms work well for small groups of 30 to
50 children.
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Microphone, hands-free if available.
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Projector cart or table.
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Extension cord.
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Slide screen or smooth, clean wall for slide show.
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Two 8 ft. table and 13 folding chairs.
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At least one piece of 11" x 17" white paper for each
child.
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One sharpened pencil for each child or bring
art supplies of there choice... (i.e.: crayons or colored
pencils.)
It
is nice if the teachers participate in the drawing exercise as
this gives the children confidence to try something that they
might not be initially good at. It also helps if the teachers ask
questions at this time to break the ice for the children.
Fees
Fees
are $900.00 per day plus travel expenses. If you are interested please email me at
LangtonArt@comcast.net
and I will respond ASAP or you may call at 1-574-277-6137. Books
may be ordered at least 2 weeks ahead of time before presentation
so they can be personalized for any child. Contact Bruce Langton
for book orders.
Testimonials
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view the links below if you do not already have it downloaded.
Book Markers
for Children
Illustrator's/Author's
wish list
Bruce
Langton is coming Poster
Book Order Form
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