Brian Yanish, Author/Illustrator
Author-Illustrator Brian Yanish works on a wide range of publications from quirky picture books to hands-on activity books to hilarious graphic novels for young readers.
Hands-On Interactivity with Students
I love presenting to schools! Whether in large groups or small interactive workshops, teaching the craft of creating characters for comics and turning recyclables into amazing moveable art projects, I find creative ways to connect to students.
Conferences and Speaking
I’ve spoken to students and educators at conferences from Amelia Island to Montréal sharing my creative journey from kid artist to published Author-Illustrator. Once I even appeared on Sesame Street to teach children how to turn recyclables into toys!
Brian Yanish is an author, illustrator and maker. His books include the Shark and Bot young graphic novel series, Sweet and Sour, Pirate Chicken: All Hens on Deck and the recycled art building guide Junk Re-Thunk. He has worked for Jim Henson Productions, trained as a special effects moldmaker, written and performed comedy and designed home furnishings, apparel and toys. He is the creator of ScrapKins®, a Recycled Arts Enrichment program that inspires kids to see creative potential in everyday junk. As a presenter, Brian has shared STEAM based workshops with schools and institutions including NYSCATE, American Museum of Natural History, Strong Museum of Play, Boston Children’s Museum, Bronx Zoo, Maker Faire, World Science Festival and even appeared on Sesame Street. He lives in Rochester, NY.
Connect with Brian on Instagram (@BrianYanish).
You can visit Brian Yanish at his website: https://www.brianyanish.com