Robin Brickman's illustrations specialize in natural science. In the mid 1990's she created a unique method of illustrating children's books by painting, cutting, and hand sculpting 3-Dimensional art. Her books and paintings have won many awards, including a New York Sate Museum Purchase Prize, Outstanding Science Trade Book, National Science Teachers Association, Children's Book Council, John Burroughs List of Nature Books, and Reading Rainbow.
Selected Works:
Wings, One Night In the Coral Sea, A Log's Life, Beaks!, I Am An Artist, Starfish, and Swallows In the Birdhouse.
I am happy to travel. I enjoy working with children and adults all over the country.
Blurbs:
"This is one of the best programs I've seen involving all the children from Cedar Elementary in Hanover. MA. In my 37 years of teaching I've seen a multitude of programs!" D. Joubert, 3rd grade.
"Robin Brickman's visit to our school was unforgettable! She has a natural talent not only for illustration, but for engaging students of all ages. Robin's workshop was hands-on." K. Alexander
Robin supervised the construction of a 12x8 foot mural. It looks fabulous. This mural is right inside the front doors and everyone who walks into the building is enthralled by the size and beauty of it. I would love to have her re-visit the school!" D. Curto
Program Info
Program Descriptions:
Robin Brickman's workshops build upon the natural science and the artistry in the books she has illustrated. The COMMUNITY MURAL program combines art and science in a hands-on class. In this workshop Robin explains how she researches and constructs the paintings for her books. Then, each student creates their own art for a mural. Other programs are: WEARABLE ART, I AM AN ARTIST, AND MAKING A PICTUREBOOK.
Program Pricing:
$950 - $1,500 plus expenses
Special Features:
Robin plans each visit individually according to the students involved and the budget available. Workshops for teachers, at libraries, and museums are also available. Supplies are simple materials such as copier paper, scissors, crayons, and colored pencils.
Audience Levels:
Preschool; Lower Elementary; Upper Elementary; Middle School; High School; Adult
Contact Info
Contact Email:
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Contact Address:
32 Fort Hoosac Place
Home City:
Williamstown
Home State:
Massachusetts
Contact Phone:
413-458-9853
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Robin Brickman