Visiting Redwood Day School

It was a gorgeous Bay day as I drove across the Bay Bridge on my way to Redwood Day School in Oakland last Thursday for my artist presentation. I was singing my head off and feeling excited to meet new friends and see what art might get made.

My fabulous directions took me directly to my destination with great ease and in perfect time. I walked into the school library and was struck at how beautiful it was. I wanted to wander through the aisles and look at all the books, but I focused on setting up for my presentation. Although, I couldn’t help but look at the colorful array of frog art displayed on the ends of the shelves and the amazing parade of art finalists above the window for the latest art contest. I could tell right away this was going to be good day.

Jen Ammenti, the head librarian showed me around, told me a few tales and generously took photos of me and the kids playing. I knew I wanted to write about my visit later, but it’s tricky to talk and take photos at the same time. Librarians are notoriously special folks! Jen has been added to my official list of librarians I love.

First off I got to talk with kindergarten through 2nd graders. I was impressed as the entire library filled up. I found a friend in the first row to help me out. She posed as I dressed her in the same shawl I photographed for Nana’s Big Surprise written by Amada Irma Perez. We talked about the story inside the story that the art can tell. We looked at Continue reading »

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