Christian Robinson, emerging, millennial, Black illustrator, [and] all around incredible human is passionate about telling stories with pictures. Born in Hollywood, California, in 1986, he grew up in a small one-bedroom apartment with his brother, two cousins, aunt, and grandmother. Drawing became a way to make space for himself in a world crowded with loving others. 'Picture books especially are many children’s first introduction to the world. Seeing yourself is almost like a message, it’s saying: you matter, you are visible, and you’re valuable.' – Christian Robinson
102 Cedar St.Abilene, TX 79601The NCCIL Exhibition: 'What Might You Do? Christian Robinson'
- Address
- 102 Cedar St.
Abilene, TX 79601
- Phone
- 325-673-4586
- Website
- Click Here
- Use Contact Form
- Date
- Thursday, October 8, 2020-Friday, January 29, 2021
- Time
- Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Open 5 to 7:30 p.m. every second Thursday for Artwalk
Christian Robinson, emerging, millennial, Black illustrator, [and] all around incredible human is passionate about telling stories with pictures. Born in Hollywood, California, in 1986, he grew up in a small one-bedroom apartment with his brother, two cousins, aunt, and grandmother. Drawing became a way to make space for himself in a world crowded with loving others. 'Picture books especially are many children’s first introduction to the world. Seeing yourself is almost like a message, it’s saying: you matter, you are visible, and you’re valuable.' – Christian Robinson
Create your own Christian Robinson-inspired FREE art project at home, using the same materials he used in some of his beautiful books, including 'You Matter', 'Another', 'Just in Case You Want to Fly', and more. Give the NCCIL a call and let them set you up with what you need for this fun family activity! P: 325-673-4586
- Price
- Free
- Location
- National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature