Online Master Classes with the Klise Sisters
That's Kate (left), Sarah (right), book-ending our friend, Ann Symons.
Life has changed a lot since this photo was taken in January at the American Library Association conference in Philadelphia. Sarah (green coat) and I (blue sweater) were thrilled to meet the incomparable Ann Symons, past president of ALA and the Dame Judi Dench of the library world. None of us had any idea how different the world would be seven months later.
But here we are. It's easy to focus on the many things we can't do right now. But how about focusing instead on the things we can? Why not use this unexpected time to write and illustrate a book?
That's what we've been doing this summer with people all over the country in our online master classes. And dare we say: It's ridiculously fun.
If you've ever wanted to write a book (fiction or non-fiction, picture book or chapter book), consider joining us in September.
But here we are. It's easy to focus on the many things we can't do right now. But how about focusing instead on the things we can? Why not use this unexpected time to write and illustrate a book?
That's what we've been doing this summer with people all over the country in our online master classes. And dare we say: It's ridiculously fun.
If you've ever wanted to write a book (fiction or non-fiction, picture book or chapter book), consider joining us in September.
Here are a few pages from our former students. (Wow, right?)
Our SEPTEMBER MASTER CLASS (for ages 8 to 108) will meet for 90 minutes/day on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from September 14-25, 2020 (six classes) at:
10:00 to 11:30 am Pacific Time
12:00 to 1:30 pm Central Time
1:00 to 2:30 pm Eastern Time
The cost is $360.
All classes will be conducted via Zoom. Apply right here. Participation is limited, so send in your application now to guarantee a spot. All you need is a notebook, pen and pencil, and a computer so you can connect with us via Zoom. If you want to take your art game to the next level, dig out your colored pencils. You might also consider ordering some of Sarah's favorite art supplies.
Questions about the classes? Contact Kate Klise. Questions about applying or payment? Contact Sarah Klise. More classes coming later this fall and winter. We're also booking dates for school and library virtual visits, so let us know if you're interested!
10:00 to 11:30 am Pacific Time
12:00 to 1:30 pm Central Time
1:00 to 2:30 pm Eastern Time
The cost is $360.
All classes will be conducted via Zoom. Apply right here. Participation is limited, so send in your application now to guarantee a spot. All you need is a notebook, pen and pencil, and a computer so you can connect with us via Zoom. If you want to take your art game to the next level, dig out your colored pencils. You might also consider ordering some of Sarah's favorite art supplies.
Questions about the classes? Contact Kate Klise. Questions about applying or payment? Contact Sarah Klise. More classes coming later this fall and winter. We're also booking dates for school and library virtual visits, so let us know if you're interested!
You're Invited to Join Our July Master Class
Once upon a time there were a lot of kids (and adults) who were stuck inside their homes because of a nasty virus. Rather than feel bored or cranky, these folks decided to be creative and productive. They signed up for a two-week online master class with award-winning author Kate Klise and her illustrator sister Sarah Klise.
With the Klise sisters' help and encouragement, these brave souls wrote picture books. They illustrated them, too. The classes weren’t easy. In fact, they were downright challenging. Kate insisted the students work like real authors. They had to think, write, rethink, rewrite, edit, and polish their stories. Sarah helped bring the stories to life with art and design. She showed the students how to sketch, draw, shadow, and create compelling visuals with characters and text.
Sound like fun? We think so, too. Here are the details for our next session:
With the Klise sisters' help and encouragement, these brave souls wrote picture books. They illustrated them, too. The classes weren’t easy. In fact, they were downright challenging. Kate insisted the students work like real authors. They had to think, write, rethink, rewrite, edit, and polish their stories. Sarah helped bring the stories to life with art and design. She showed the students how to sketch, draw, shadow, and create compelling visuals with characters and text.
Sound like fun? We think so, too. Here are the details for our next session:
Our JULY MASTER CLASS (for ages 8 to 108) will meet for 90 minutes/day on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from July 20-31, 2020 (six classes) at:
10:00 to 11:30 am Pacific Time
12:00 to 1:30 pm Central Time
1:00 to 2:30 pm Eastern Time
The cost is $360.
All classes will be conducted via Zoom. Apply right here. Participation is limited, so send in your application now to guarantee a spot. All you need is a notebook, pen and pencil, and a computer so you can connect with us via Zoom. If you want to take your art game to the next level, dig out your colored pencils. You might also consider ordering some of Sarah's favorite art supplies.
Questions about the classes? Contact Kate Klise. Questions about applying or payment? Contact Sarah Klise. More classes coming in August. We're also booking dates for school and library virtual visits, so let us know if you're interested!
10:00 to 11:30 am Pacific Time
12:00 to 1:30 pm Central Time
1:00 to 2:30 pm Eastern Time
The cost is $360.
All classes will be conducted via Zoom. Apply right here. Participation is limited, so send in your application now to guarantee a spot. All you need is a notebook, pen and pencil, and a computer so you can connect with us via Zoom. If you want to take your art game to the next level, dig out your colored pencils. You might also consider ordering some of Sarah's favorite art supplies.
Questions about the classes? Contact Kate Klise. Questions about applying or payment? Contact Sarah Klise. More classes coming in August. We're also booking dates for school and library virtual visits, so let us know if you're interested!