Name: How a boy became an artist
Uploaded: 2013-01-09T16:04:28Z
Duration: 18 min 29 s
Description: This talk paints the funny and touching story of a little boy who pursued a simple passion: to draw and write stories. With the help of a supporting cast of family and teachers, Jarrett J. Krosoczka tells how he grew up to create beloved children's books.

This talk paints the funny and touching story of a little boy who pursued a simple passion: to draw and write stories. With the help of a supporting cast of family and teachers, Jarrett J. Krosoczka tells how he grew up to create beloved children's books.

Jarrett J. Krosoczka: How a boy became an artist

How a boy became an artist

At 8, facing a tumultuous family life, drawing became a sanctuary, turning pages into friends and fueling a lifelong passion.

A simple "Nice cat" from an author propelled a young talent, proving how pivotal encouragement is in nurturing creativity.

Transforming adversity into art, a boy's journey weaves through loss, discovery, and triumph, culminating in beloved children’s books.