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Invite Mississippi Artist and Children's Book illustrator, Rick Anderson, to
your school for an illustrator school visit. Rick is currently
scheduling
school visits for 2008-2009. Check at the bottom of this page for school
visit and teacher workshop details.
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RICK is
included in both the ARTIST ROSTER and the ART EDUCATION ROSTER. Local
non-profit agencies such as arts councils, museums, schools and
libraries are eligible to apply for Mini-grants from the Commission to
sponsor performances by Rick. The grants are for 50 percent of
Rick's fee or up to $1000, whichever is less. So, if you would
like to schedule Rick for your school or other event, visit the
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rickandersonart@yahoo.com
Rick's Presentation Brochure
(inside )
Rick's Presentation Brochure
(outside)
SALE Elementary in Columbus,
Mississippi is a level 5 school. Anyone who spends a day there will understand why.
The students are GREAT, the classrooms are decorated from top to bottom,
the Faculty welcomed me with not only smiles, and warm
greetings, and Mrs. Bragg had everyone prepared for the day and
things went like clockwork. I must take this time to thank everyone for the "Southern
Delights" for lunch... ...talk about a spread......three tables of food and one table with delicious
desserts.
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Walnut Grove
Elementary School in Franklin, Tennessee was a great success. The day
was filled with fun in all classes. When I arrived, I saw drawings
from my books displayed in the hallway all over the school. That was a
wonderful surprise. Everyone welcomed me and made me feel right at home.
Thanks goes to Michelle Rolfe, who organized the entire week of events. |
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My visit with the students at Our
Lady of Fatima in Lafayette, Louisiana was terrific !
The library is one of the best I
have seen, and the students take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.
I received an email from one of the students today, and here it is.
I
was a kid in fourth grade at Fatima. When I got back into my classroom
I tried to draw a cartoon like you did. But I wasn't that good. Don't
worry i won't give up! 
Did this email make my day?
You bet it did!
I had the privilege to visit
the students at Puis X in Lafayette. More great students greeted
me with smiles and we had a good time. Some of the upper elementary
and middle school students worked with me to create an "Abstract Expression"
style painting and each student singed the work, and I left it at their
school. Thanks to everyone at Pius X for giving me a wonderful day.
My 2 day visit at
Cathedral-Carmel School went great !!! The students were awesome.
Thanks goes to Tanya, the librarian, who made my visit so very pleasant.
It was so much fun working with the faculty and administration in the "art
across the curriculum" workshop. So, thanks again for such a great
week in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Thanks to all the
wonderful students at Our Lady of Fatima who sent those Super "Thank You"
letters and drawings. That made my day when I opened two stuffed
packages of delight.
Marguerite at Fatima sent
me a card saying "the students enjoyed your visit so much! One Mom
said her child came home and repeated your talk WORD for WORD !"
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More photos at Eastside Elementary School
in Clinton, MS
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Introduction
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Preparation
Having students ready for my presentation makes it
more exciting and successful. It would be good for students to be familiar
with the books I have illustrated.
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Presentations
ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL: I prefer to give four
presentations, two in the morning
and two in the afternoon. The class size can
be approximately 75 to 250 children per presentation period. K-2
presentations are about 40-45 minutes, and the upper elementary presentations
are generally 50-55 minutes. I begin with an introduction about how
I became an artist, and why I love what I do. With a power Point
presentation, I show photographs of my family, share funny stories
about me and my family. I also show sketches and photographs I use to create the
final paintings. I tell students how I work with the author, the editors,
and explain all that is involved in creating paintings for my books. My
presentation also includes magic tricks, and demonstrations which leave a
lasting impression on the students. If time permits, I may create a
drawing or caricature which I will leave with the school.
FEE: email for fee
MIDDLE AND
HIGH SCHOOL STUDIO SESSION: For middle and high school, I offer two - 2 1/2 hour
sessions - one in the morning and one in the afternoon. These sessions are
hands-on studio type, so class size is limited to 30-40 students per session.
As with the elementary presentations, I begin with and introduction and
PowerPoint presentation. Then I conduct drawing and painting
demonstrations which include various drawing and painting techniques.
After my demonstration, I encourage students work in the same manner to create a
several small abstract designs. These designs can be in color or black and
white. These sessions are fast paced, very structured, and highly
motivating. Hopefully, by the end of the day, participating students will
together to create at least one abstract work on paper suitable for framing.
This piece of work will remain at the school and hopefully be proudly
displayed in a prominent place.
FEE: Same as above
HIGH SCHOOL ILLUSTRATION
WORKSHOP: I offer an intense,
power-packed creative workshop for high schools that are interested in a unique
and wonderful opportunity for students who are interested in the art of
illustrating children's books. This one day workshop is a "how to -
start to finish" process that includes developing the text, layout
of the page to incorporate both the text and illustrations, explaining the
correct and incorrect layout page design, and terms used in the industry.
I also talk about various awards and show children's books that have been
selected as award winning books.
FEE:
Same as above
TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Teachers always want to know how
to incorporate art into the curriculum. A popular workshop for classroom
teachers is my "Art Across The Curriculum" workshop. I introduce a variety
of art lesson plans and art related websites that teachers can easily use to
infuse art projects into their subject area lesson plans. No more
"color the bunny" art projects. These sessions are informative, casual,
and fun, and can be scheduled from an hour to three hours or even a full day.
These in-service workshops are great for all levels of instruction.
FEE: Varies depending on the time frame
LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY: I am also available for presentations to library
organizations, PSAT's, and Civic organizations. Contact me for details.
Any questions about my workshops
can be sent to me using my email address.
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Supplies needed
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Large
room, preferably the cafeteria or gymnasium for large groups, and the library
works for small groups.
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Hands-free microphone if available
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Projector, and
audio visual with extension cord and power strip
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Projector
screen
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One small table
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Quotes
"Rick
Anderson has an amazing talent that enables him to not only draw wonderful
illustrations, but to also
convey to students in a way that is appropriate for students at each grade level
how he does his work. Rick also uses humor as a tool to
sustain interest. He has a wonderful sense of humor which everyone
enjoyed. His presentation was well organized and flowed smoothly. He was very
professional with both staff and students"
Margaret Guitard
Stewartsboro
Elementary School
Smyrna, Tennessee
"We certainly
enjoyed your visit to Riverdale School. Your artistic ability coupled with
your experience with children of all ages
created a wonderful learning experience for our student body. You were
able to captivate their attention and weave a world
of fun and leaning for them. You are truly an effective teacher during
your assemblies."
Dave Carlisle
Principal
Riverdale School
Germantown,
Tennessee
"Rick's
presentation was wonderful! The children learned so much about
what is involved in creating a book as well as the illustrating
process. I especially appreciated the way Rick included children with his
presentation. We love your
alphabet book and look forward to your new one soon!
Michelle Smith
Madison Avenue
Art/Drama
Coordinator
Second Grade
Teacher
"Thank you
for the sparks you ignited in the hearts of our boys and girls. And most of all
thanks for the contributions you have made to children everywhere. Your books
are not only beautiful, but they provide rich gifts of literacy that will invoke
the imaginations of children for years to come."
Margrit Wallace
Principal
McWillie
Elementary School
Jackson, MS
"What a great
day! Thanks to you, our students now have a better understanding of just 'what
does an illustrator do'??? Thanks again for being so dynamic and friendly."
Sara Christy
Teacher -
Montessori 6-9
McWillie
Elementary School
Jackson, MS
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