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"Dragons, Unicorns and Beyond:
How to Draw Mythological Creatures"
Attention, Harry Potter fans! Eragon admirers! Dragonolgy buffs! This drawing
workshop is for you. Using a Power Point presentation, lively discussion, and a
variety of books and figurines, Christine teaches about five mythological creatures
and how to draw them. All drawing materials are provided.
"Designing Book Covers"
This workshop is perfect for Young Authors events. Students bring in finished stories
and create a cover illustration. Christine shows several popular books' covers,
analyzing them with students to determine what makes them successful. Then she
walks them through the process she followed when illustrating the cover of her book.
("Heading to the Wedding," right) Each student creates a finished cover illustration (if
time allows). All drawing materials are provided.
"How to Draw People:
Figure Drawing for Kids"
Figure drawing is one of the most important skills an artist can develop, and it's never
too early to start. Christine teaches techniques for drawing people that anyone can
master, using careful observation of live models posed with props and costumes. All
materials are provided.
"Design Your Own Comic"
Crazy for comics? Come to this workshop and learn about several comic strips,
including Garfield, Calvin and Hobbes, and Iron Man. Then design your own main
character, complete with a nemesis and a side kick. All drawing materials are
provided.
How to Draw Mythological Creatures"
Attention, Harry Potter fans! Eragon admirers! Dragonolgy buffs! This drawing
workshop is for you. Using a Power Point presentation, lively discussion, and a
variety of books and figurines, Christine teaches about five mythological creatures
and how to draw them. All drawing materials are provided.
"Designing Book Covers"
This workshop is perfect for Young Authors events. Students bring in finished stories
and create a cover illustration. Christine shows several popular books' covers,
analyzing them with students to determine what makes them successful. Then she
walks them through the process she followed when illustrating the cover of her book.
("Heading to the Wedding," right) Each student creates a finished cover illustration (if
time allows). All drawing materials are provided.
"How to Draw People:
Figure Drawing for Kids"
Figure drawing is one of the most important skills an artist can develop, and it's never
too early to start. Christine teaches techniques for drawing people that anyone can
master, using careful observation of live models posed with props and costumes. All
materials are provided.
"Design Your Own Comic"
Crazy for comics? Come to this workshop and learn about several comic strips,
including Garfield, Calvin and Hobbes, and Iron Man. Then design your own main
character, complete with a nemesis and a side kick. All drawing materials are
provided.
Illustrator Visits (for groups of 30 - 300, grades K-6)
More recommendations for Christine's presentations:
"I loved the use of technology to show artwork and the steps Christine took to
illustrate her book. It made it easy for even the little ones to follow along."
--Mrs. Clark, 3rd grade teacher, Windsor School
“Your art was so fabulous and the presentation was breathtaking. You inspire me, I’m
going to be like you when I am an artist. Thank you”
--6th grade student, Yorkville Intermediate School
"Christine Thornton is a natural teacher and talented presenter. She ably expresses
her genuine love of reading and of art. It is wonderful for students to see how a
passion for both can translate into an exciting career."
-- Lea Panek, 1st grade teacher, Windsor School
"Christine’s imaginative presentation engaged and motivated our students, parents,
and staff. Her experience as an art teacher enables her to capture the attention of any
group or age of students. I highly recommend Christine, she will enrich and
supplement any art or reading program."
--Lauren Lotton, art teacher, School District 115
"Wonderful presentation! It was not only interesting, it was also very organized and
engaging. Christine has a wonderful rapport with kids using good humor and
enthusiasm."
--Mrs. Roemer, 1st grade teacher, School District 25
"I loved the use of technology to show artwork and the steps Christine took to
illustrate her book. It made it easy for even the little ones to follow along."
--Mrs. Clark, 3rd grade teacher, Windsor School
“Your art was so fabulous and the presentation was breathtaking. You inspire me, I’m
going to be like you when I am an artist. Thank you”
--6th grade student, Yorkville Intermediate School
"Christine Thornton is a natural teacher and talented presenter. She ably expresses
her genuine love of reading and of art. It is wonderful for students to see how a
passion for both can translate into an exciting career."
-- Lea Panek, 1st grade teacher, Windsor School
"Christine’s imaginative presentation engaged and motivated our students, parents,
and staff. Her experience as an art teacher enables her to capture the attention of any
group or age of students. I highly recommend Christine, she will enrich and
supplement any art or reading program."
--Lauren Lotton, art teacher, School District 115
"Wonderful presentation! It was not only interesting, it was also very organized and
engaging. Christine has a wonderful rapport with kids using good humor and
enthusiasm."
--Mrs. Roemer, 1st grade teacher, School District 25
Drawing Workshops (for groups of 30 or less, ages 8 and up)
Christine Thornton is a certified art teacher and working artist who visits schools and libraries throughout the
Chicago area. Whether addressing an auditorium or a classroom, her expertise and enthusiasm leave audiences eager
to create. Christine enjoys presenting to groups of 30 -300. To inquire about fees and availability, email Christine.
"It is a pleasure to work with a presenter who comes prepared, delivers an exceptional program and connects so well
with her audience. I am highly recommending Christine to other Libraries through my programmers network."
--Terri Campbell, Prospect Heights Library
"My students were mesmerized by Christine's passion for art. They loved the story of how she dreamed of becoming
an illustrator, and now she is!"
--Jaclyn Aprati, 5th grade teacher, Arlington Hts. District 25
Chicago area. Whether addressing an auditorium or a classroom, her expertise and enthusiasm leave audiences eager
to create. Christine enjoys presenting to groups of 30 -300. To inquire about fees and availability, email Christine.
"It is a pleasure to work with a presenter who comes prepared, delivers an exceptional program and connects so well
with her audience. I am highly recommending Christine to other Libraries through my programmers network."
--Terri Campbell, Prospect Heights Library
"My students were mesmerized by Christine's passion for art. They loved the story of how she dreamed of becoming
an illustrator, and now she is!"
--Jaclyn Aprati, 5th grade teacher, Arlington Hts. District 25
During her illustrator visits, Christine shares the journey she followed to become an
illustrator. Using Power Point, she outlines the development of her art, from age 5 to
present. She shows photographs of her home studio and drawings and paintings from
her book, "Heading to the Wedding". She shares her illustration process from rough
sketches to finished art, including "tricks" that illustrators use to make their work easier.
Students learn how a book is published, and the roles played by author, illustrator and
publisher. The presentation ends with a question and answer session. Supplemental
materials for teachers and signed bookmarks are included.
illustrator. Using Power Point, she outlines the development of her art, from age 5 to
present. She shows photographs of her home studio and drawings and paintings from
her book, "Heading to the Wedding". She shares her illustration process from rough
sketches to finished art, including "tricks" that illustrators use to make their work easier.
Students learn how a book is published, and the roles played by author, illustrator and
publisher. The presentation ends with a question and answer session. Supplemental
materials for teachers and signed bookmarks are included.
