AARON RENIER
2022 Creator-in-Residence
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Aaron Renier is the author of three graphic novels for younger readers; Spiral-Bound, Walker Bean, and Walker Bean and the Knights of the Waxing Moon and has also illustrated books for children by Daniel Pinkwater and Dave Eggers amongst others. He is the recipient of the Eisner award in 2006 for talent deserving of wider recognition, and was an inaugural resident for the Sendak Fellowship. He lives and works in Green Bay Wisconsin.
ABOUT THE RESIDENCY:
The Creator-in-Residence program gives local makers and artists an opportunity to share their work with others by displaying their art and teaching workshops for the public. Aaron looks forward to connecting with kids, teens, adults, and the community of artists in our area. Advocating for art in public is something he feels very passionate about. During his residency, Aaron will be teaching a series of workshops for kids, teens, and adults on drawing and comics, and publishing through a unique format called “zines.” His art work will be on display in our gallery space in the non-fiction area.
The Creator-in-Residence program is made possible thanks to our community partner and sponsor, The Bank of Kaukauna, an active supporter of local arts and culture programs and initiatives in our community.
MEET AARON:
Tuesday, June 7, 6:00-7:00pm
Help us welcome our first ever Creator-in-Residence to the Kaukauna Public Library! Hear a brief presentation by Aaron, check out his work, and learn more about the workshops he will be teaching this summer. Light refreshments will be provided.
WORKSHOPS:
Comics & Drawing Workshop: Part 1 (Kids & Teens)
Kids and teens ages 9+ are invited to attend this comics drawing workshop with Creator-in-Residence Aaron. Whether you’re new to drawing and comics, or a pro, you’re sure to learn something and meet other artists while you’re here!
Part 2: Learn more techniques and keep practicing – June 28
Comics & Drawing Workshop: Part 1 (Teens & Adults)
Adults and teens ages 14+ are invited to attend this comics drawing workshop with Creator-in-Residence Aaron. Whether you’re new to drawing and comics, or a pro, you’re sure to learn something and meet other artists while you’re here!
Part 2: Learn more techniques and keep practicing – June 28
Zine Workshop: Part 1 (Kids & Teens)
What’s a Zine? It’s a fun and easy way to express yourself and share your art or stories with others!
Kids and teens ages 9+ are invited to attend this workshop with Creator-in-Residence Aaron. Learn what a zine is and the many ways you can take this simple book and turn it into something awesome. Whether you like to draw, write, paint, or collage, a Zine is a perfect way to share your work with others! You’re sure to learn something and meet other artists while you’re here!
Part 2: Learn more techniques and keep practicing – July 26
Zine Workshop: Part 1 (Teens & Adults)
What’s a Zine? It’s a fun and easy way to express yourself and share your art or stories with others!
Teens ages 14+ and adults are invited to attend this workshop with Creator-in-Residence Aaron. Learn what a zine is and the many ways you can take this simple book and turn it into something awesome. Whether you like to draw, write, paint, or collage, a Zine is a perfect way to share your work with others! You’re sure to learn something and meet other artists while you’re here!
Part 2: Learn more techniques and keep practicing – July 26
