Episode 170 - Illustrating Life: The Power of the Arts

Art is often an escape for people, a way to embrace creativity and express their emotions. And, as we all know, if you are serious about it, Art can also be a career. Jarrett Krosoczka is a perfect example of this; Art is both his outlet as well as his career. At a young age, Jarrett knew he wanted to write and illustrate children’s books, which is exactly what he does now! He’s the author and illustrator of the Lunch Lady and Jedi Academy series, as well as the award-winning graphic memoir Hey, Kiddo detailing the complicated relationship with his family. Listen in to hear about the role the art room and art teachers played in shaping Jarret’s life and creative journey. Discover the power art has to build emotional intelligence, connection, and coping skills, right alongside creativity and problem-solving.

Resources

Explore these resources from the K12ArtChat podcast, Illustrating Life: The Power of the Arts, with author and illustrator Jarrett Krosoczka.

Contact

• Jarrett Krosoczka on Instagram
• Jarrett Krosoczka on TikTok

Links

• Jarrett Krosoczka’s website
• YouTube Playlist on Making Comics
• YouTube Playlist on the Business of Creativity
• Jarrett Krosoczka’s TED Talk

Books

• Hey Kiddo
• Sunshine

Related Podcasts

• Do Art and Science Really Work Together? - Dorothy Fatunmbi - Episode 81
• Building EQ: Emotional Intelligence through Visual Storytelling - Al Thomas - Episode 16
• Creating Diversity through Character Development - David Gorden - Episode 15

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