Email: mc@crashbangboom.com
School Visits
Small Group Session (50 people max. Ages 4 to 10 are optimal for my work) — I do a literacy-based, group-interactive activity. It's always a lot of fun! As a group we brainstorm illustrations ideas for a simple six page story, Hank and Sam, filling in with pictures what the words leave out. I request a standing easel be available. Sessions run 45 or 60 mins.
Large Group Presentation — I show my work, sketches and original artwork, with a discussion of materials, methods of the creative process and how books are made, and take questions. If an easel is available I like to draw. For large groups a digital projector already connected to a computer is greatly appreciated. (30 - 60 mins)
A maximum of five sessions per day is best. I will gladly take time to sign books. My per-day honorarium is always based upon what a school can pay. Suggested amount is $1200 per day plus travel expense reimbursement. If your school or organization is within a two-hour drive of Amherst, Massachusetts I need not stay overnight. Please contact me for details and schedule availability.
photos courtesy of the Saratoga Independent School
Signed Copies & Original Art
I am pleased and flattered to sign my books. Send your copy (copies) with sufficient return postage on a self-addressed, padded envelope to me at the address below.
Hardcover copies of Rainy Day Dream are no longer available at this time.
Original art is usually available for purchase after publication, framed or unframed. Please write to inquire.
About me
There is a comprehensive biographical interview of me here (thanks, Patricia).
If you wish to write me here is my address:
