Hallmark Kaleidoscope

Zachary Newton

Linda — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 19:59:40 +0000

From Character to Caricature: Zach will demonstrate his method of creating humorous caricatures of your favorite real-life TV and movie characters, from Duck Dynasty to Darth Vader. His fun and engaging demonstration will show the process from research to pencil sketches to finished product. All grades.

Kevin Dilmore

Linda — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:42:51 +0000

Ever since his mom taught him to read at age 2, Kevin has loved to figure out how stories work so he could make up his own to tell. In his career, he has told stories with novels, children’s books, screenplays and more, including Hallmark greeting cards. Hang out with Kevin to talk about what makes a story fun so you can get more out of what you read – and even make up your own! All grades.

Ellen Brenneman

Linda — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:37:58 +0000

Ellen explains that a writer has to put himself or herself in a lot of different “shoes” and think from different points of view. For example, what would you say to an astronaut Mom? We’ll use TV moms as examples of all the different types of Moms. We’ll play a game of “Name that TV Mom” and decide what would be the best thing to say to each on Mother’s Day. All grades.

Joseph Humphries

Linda — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:22:18 +0000

With a long history in designing and illustrating licensed characters, Joe will demonstrate the process in making a Hallmark card, with live demonstrations on how to draw Winnie the Pooh. All grades.

E-Door Creation

Linda — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 16:41:51 +0000

When Kaleidoscope needed a door to open into a new expanded exhibit space my imagination took over. I set out with pencil and paper in hand sketching away until a grinning character, I named E-Door, was born. “E-Door,” pronounced eeee-dooooor, stands for “entrance” and “exit” door. This 9-foot B&W painted wood, one-arm, waving-welcome-portal (say that ten times fast!) smiles at every guest who passes through its gateway.

I know you have heard it takes a village to raise a child. Well, it takes three villages of engineers, woodworkers and laser cutting specialists to build this one-of-a-kind door. The video and photos show parts, pieces and a few of the many team members who helped in the creation of the giant door. -Chris Duh, Kaleidoscope designer

Sarah Walsh – Sorry, all sessions are full.

Linda — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:30:51 +0000

Take a trip “under the sea” as illustrator and designer, Sarah Walsh, shares the creation of a fun and funky underwater world. Your students will see Sarah’s process of creating a very special and unique Hallmark card. Best for grades 4-6.

Mimi Mangrum – Sorry, all sessions are full.

Linda — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:28:08 +0000

The always fun and engaging Mimi Mangrum will show how to make ever-evolving crazy characters. Join Mimi as she shares how weird and funny characters can get when your students share and trade with their friends. Best for grades 1-3.

Amber Goodvin

Linda — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:25:54 +0000

Words have power! Come join Hallmark Lettering Artist, Amber Goodwin, as she explores how to evoke a feeling of a word through its written form. All lettering has its own personality, be it HaPPy, ANGRY, fancy, Funky, BOLD, peaceful, etc. Amber will demonstrate her approach to having fun with words. Best for grades 4-6.

Ira Baker – Sorry, all sessions are full.

Linda — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:21:52 +0000

Do you like cartoons? Ever wonder how they are made? Hallmark artist, Ira Baker, will show students how he animates Hallmark character, Maxine, and her faithful dog, Floyd. Ira will walk students step by step through the process and even give them some tips for making their very own animated films. Best for grades 3-6.

Chris Purcell – Sorry, all sessions are full.

Linda — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:16:36 +0000

Watch out! Monsters are afoot! Hand-lettering artist, Chris Purcell, shows how cool lettering can look even while being chased by something scary! With a little imagination and a few fun techniques, Chris will show how expressive words can be. Available October and November 2012. Best for grades 1-4.