School Visits

Floyd Cooper

Floyd’s presentation begins with a live demonstration of his unique way of creating, painting. His method of developing an image by means of “erasing” rather than drawing is always a joy. It is truly incredible to watch a simple shape quickly become a work of art, right before your eyes! It is a technique that has allowed Floyd to realize his dream of being an artist, even though he could not draw. What is conveyed to his audience is how one can come to realize one’s dreams through diligence, perseverance, hard work and not giving up. His personal trek is an inspiration to every student as they set out on their own journey to catch a dream.

Floyd takes his audience with him in a slide show that relives the journey, the obstacles he confronted and the decisions he made that brought him to success in New York and the world of children’s publishing.

In the “question and answer” portion of the program, the message is further brought home that to make dreams happen, “you don’t give up.”

The program ends on a high note with a lively game of scribble, where the audience gets a crack at finding something in nothing.

FEE: $1,500 for a full day (3 to 4 assemblies)

The program lasts for approximately 45 minutes but is very flexible. It can be adapted to any age group from grades K through 8 or higher. A day consists of three sessions, in either an assembly or workshop format or both. Extra sessions can be negotiated. Half-day sessions can be accommodated when “school sharing” is necessary. Evening programs cost extra. Floyd prefers a schedule be sent to him before he arrives.

Photography is permitted on a limited basis, by request.
No video taping is permitted at any time.

EQUIPMENT

For an assembly program Floyd will need a laptop/projector for PowerPoint (USB input) in a darkenable room, a microphone, an easel with a large pad of paper (25″ X 30″) and black, broad tipped markers.

SCHEDULE

No more than three
presentations per day. Small breaks
between. Break for lunch. Autographing
when time permits.

FORMAT

The assembly format
is for the student body. Larger groups
divided by grade level. Equipment needs
list above. The workshop is for a classroom
size group giving participants a more
involved, hands-on experience of Floyd’s
technique. Workshop materials list below.

MATERIALS

Materials needed for
workshop are: (Per student)
2 sheets of newsprint paper
dark chalk or charcoal
paper towels
kneaded erasers

optional:
newspaper to cover tables
old shirt or smock

BOOKS

Books may be signed as time permits throughout the day.
Books should be clearly labeled with inscription attached on each. Books can be ordered on the internet, through your local book seller or directly from my publishers.
Click the books tab for a list of recommended books.

CONTACT

Floyd can be reached via the usual channels: phone, fax, email, snail mail.
His wife, Velma, is his contact person. She will get you any additional info you need, answer questions as well as help set up travel plans, arrange dates and get you on the calendar.
You may reach her at: fcooper@msn.com. To arrange a visit, submit a request form or go to contact page.