Eric Gibbons - author/educator/INVENTOR/speaker
Eric Gibbons is a nationally recognized K–12 art education keynote speaker offering professional development workshops and presentations for schools and districts. With over 30 years of classroom experience, his sessions provide practical, classroom-tested strategies that teachers can immediately implement.
Available for keynote presentations, district professional development, and hands-on workshops. Contact for booking and availability. Serving schools and districts nationwide (in-person and virtual).
Reviews:
“Eric Gibbons delivered a creative, informative, and engaging keynote presentation at our art conference. He included unique and practical ideas for instruction that our teachers could immediately and successfully implement in their classrooms. He kept their attention and motivated them to try new things in order to reach more students.” – Kevin Lacefield, Ed.D. Executive Director of Fine Arts, Northwest ISD, Texas Nov. 29, 2018
“Eric's openness to share all things art for learning with students!” Nasco Online PD Participant
“I loved Eric's approach to learning and the way he was able to share his knowledge and beliefs in his calm and no nonsense way. He was informative, inspirational and really interesting to listen to.” Nasco Online PD Participant
"Today's PD was the most helpful for me this entire year. I loved being able to get real ideas that I could really use in both my Humanities classroom (and ELA next year hopefully!!) and maybe an overall 8th Grade idea. The whole time during this PD our humanities team was bouncing new ideas off of each other. This was great! Thank you!" Angela Woodard, Loveland Integrated School of the Arts District PD, 2/10/21
"I love the variety of ideas presented today, it was inspiring to see how art is applied not just into other contents but multiple cross curricular opportunities through art. I love this stuff! Eric was wonderful, professional, experienced, and I really enjoyed hearing his ideas from his own classroom. " Jessamine Mernin, Loveland Integrated School of the Arts District PD, 2/10/21
"This is what I needed! I needed ideas! I feel confident in what I already do for LISA in science, but I didn't have a whole lot of inspiration to do more, and I hadn't seen many sample lessons that would work for what we're doing. While I didn't see a lot of physical science specifically, I saw a lot of great ideas that I could adapt for physical science. I AM EXCITED!" Allie Schiavone, Loveland Integrated School of the Arts District PD, 2/10/21
"I loved, not only, the "take and do" ability of what was shown (SOOOO many great workable ideas!) but also that the website is available to access the materials (nuts and bolts) so that I don't have to figure out how to implement it or create materials bring it alive....especially not considering myself a highly 'artistic' person." Linda Pfeiffer, Loveland Integrated School of the Arts District PD, 2/10/21
"Thank you for today!! My teachers loved it! They are very excited to begin planning and expanding on the art integration into all of our core subjects." Nichole Schlagel Principal Academy of Arts & Knowledge, Fort Collins. Arts Integration District PD, 8/3/2021
Kentucky Educational Development Corporation (Anonymous comments by attendees) Feb. 17, 2022 "The Power of Art Education & STEAM"
K.E.D.C. (Anonymous comments by attendees) Feb. 24, 2022 "The Emotional Color Wheel & S.E.L. Lessons"
K.E.D.C. (Anonymous comments by attendees) Mar. 3, 2022 "Incorporating More Literacy in Art Programs"
New York Based "Art Teacher's Art Club" virtual PD: Nov. 10, 2022, "The Origami Color Wheel"
“Eric Gibbons delivered a creative, informative, and engaging keynote presentation at our art conference. He included unique and practical ideas for instruction that our teachers could immediately and successfully implement in their classrooms. He kept their attention and motivated them to try new things in order to reach more students.” – Kevin Lacefield, Ed.D. Executive Director of Fine Arts, Northwest ISD, Texas Nov. 29, 2018
“Eric's openness to share all things art for learning with students!” Nasco Online PD Participant
“I loved Eric's approach to learning and the way he was able to share his knowledge and beliefs in his calm and no nonsense way. He was informative, inspirational and really interesting to listen to.” Nasco Online PD Participant
"Today's PD was the most helpful for me this entire year. I loved being able to get real ideas that I could really use in both my Humanities classroom (and ELA next year hopefully!!) and maybe an overall 8th Grade idea. The whole time during this PD our humanities team was bouncing new ideas off of each other. This was great! Thank you!" Angela Woodard, Loveland Integrated School of the Arts District PD, 2/10/21
"I love the variety of ideas presented today, it was inspiring to see how art is applied not just into other contents but multiple cross curricular opportunities through art. I love this stuff! Eric was wonderful, professional, experienced, and I really enjoyed hearing his ideas from his own classroom. " Jessamine Mernin, Loveland Integrated School of the Arts District PD, 2/10/21
"This is what I needed! I needed ideas! I feel confident in what I already do for LISA in science, but I didn't have a whole lot of inspiration to do more, and I hadn't seen many sample lessons that would work for what we're doing. While I didn't see a lot of physical science specifically, I saw a lot of great ideas that I could adapt for physical science. I AM EXCITED!" Allie Schiavone, Loveland Integrated School of the Arts District PD, 2/10/21
"I loved, not only, the "take and do" ability of what was shown (SOOOO many great workable ideas!) but also that the website is available to access the materials (nuts and bolts) so that I don't have to figure out how to implement it or create materials bring it alive....especially not considering myself a highly 'artistic' person." Linda Pfeiffer, Loveland Integrated School of the Arts District PD, 2/10/21
"Thank you for today!! My teachers loved it! They are very excited to begin planning and expanding on the art integration into all of our core subjects." Nichole Schlagel Principal Academy of Arts & Knowledge, Fort Collins. Arts Integration District PD, 8/3/2021
Kentucky Educational Development Corporation (Anonymous comments by attendees) Feb. 17, 2022 "The Power of Art Education & STEAM"
- It strengthened my focus on trying to provide a richer arts education to my students. His passion for the arts is very obvious!
- There was so much taken away from this session! We learned about so much data to support why the arts are so imperative in education to STEAM activities to incorporate into our classrooms!!
- Art can be applied in so many more way than just in art class with an art teacher. I also learned how big of a part art education plays in a child's education and success.
- Overwhelmed by the many benefits that Art provide in such a well rounded way, from the physiological benefits of art, the reduction of high school dropouts for art students, to the increase in college graduation rates for those exposed to the Arts. These are all eye-opening and astonishing.
K.E.D.C. (Anonymous comments by attendees) Feb. 24, 2022 "The Emotional Color Wheel & S.E.L. Lessons"
- Emotional Color Wheel was awesome! I think it could be a great way to connect with my students and teach them the importance of recognizing how they feel. Just did a project with my students where color was a very important component to convey an emotion or feeling.
- Two key points I took away from this session is the impact this can have on students expressing themselves in a discrete way. I also learned how to associate the shapes with each emotions, too.
- Ways to make a lesson on color psychology be more rigorous and engaging. Also that this could be done digitally or with hands on materials.
- Loved the examples and direct points that can be carried to the classroom. I’m beginning a painting class and will use the insight on color directly with this class. The project samples and insight were also so helpful.
K.E.D.C. (Anonymous comments by attendees) Mar. 3, 2022 "Incorporating More Literacy in Art Programs"
- There are several opportunities within the arts where literacy can be incorporated. Sometimes we get so caught up in our field and art projects, we forget there is opportunity for cross-curriculum lessons.
- I like how they incorporate literacy components into art. In a fun and enjoyable way for students to be engaged.
- Many great ways that I had never thought of to incorporate more literacy and/or connections to think deeper.
- This was great! I loved how literacy was easily woven into projects and they easily fit without taking time away from the art!
New York Based "Art Teacher's Art Club" virtual PD: Nov. 10, 2022, "The Origami Color Wheel"
Eric Gibbons is a highly qualified, award winning, Nationally Board Certified art teacher, with over 30+ years experience and a second certification in elementary education. He is also a published author, speaker, publisher, award winning inventor, and gallery owner with more than 20 years experience. His novel intercurricular, choice-based, STEM/STEAM approach to art education can be found HERE. To see how he builds his lessons, please visit HERE.
Speaking to Educators: Applying his experience as artist, author, teacher, inventor, and speaker, Eric Gibbons brings his message of subject integration, the value of "STEAM" over "STEM," rigorous art programs to enhance student success across content areas, and creative connections to schools across the country. His books, often on Amazon's top 100 art education resources, are used in schools across the United States and English speaking portions of Europe. His own approach to education has yielded stunning results with his students being 50% more likely to pass high stakes exams like the HSPA/GEPA and averaging well over 150 points higher than their peers on the SAT; utilizing his "STEAM" approach. With work in the Obama White House collection, nearly 75 books to his credit, and experience teaching in Japan, Egypt, and the United States, Eric Gibbons will provide dynamic workshops to improve school and student performance.
In 2015, Gibbons was awarded "The 2015 High School Division Award" by the Executive Board of Art Educators of New Jersey, recognizing him for his art education excellence.
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My popular keynote address touches on multiple topics below, and affirms the critical importance of art education and how to improve classroom practice to help all students succeed in school (and life). This keynote includes data and evidenced-based research wrapped in an uplifting and inspiring presentation.
In 2015, Gibbons was awarded "The 2015 High School Division Award" by the Executive Board of Art Educators of New Jersey, recognizing him for his art education excellence.
Topics: Click squares for more.
My popular keynote address touches on multiple topics below, and affirms the critical importance of art education and how to improve classroom practice to help all students succeed in school (and life). This keynote includes data and evidenced-based research wrapped in an uplifting and inspiring presentation.
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Speaking To Students: Gibbons can come and speak to students about his "If Picasso" series of books which covers how an idea is germinated, collaborations with other artists and writers, the creative process, with clear and engaging examples for grades 4 through 12. After a question and answer session students then have a choice of activity, creating their own work of art, or a written work of poetry to coordinate with an image. Every participant leaves with an autographed book, a story to last a lifetime, and instruction how they too can become a published author at no cost at all. (Images from the Cab Calloway School of the Arts in DE.)
Fee is about $7 - $10 per student participant based on travel distance.
Fee is about $7 - $10 per student participant based on travel distance.
FEES & DETAILS:
As Gibbons nears retirement, his goal is to share his many successes with schools, teachers, and educational venues around the country. To that end his "fee" for speaking is flexible to meet your budgetary constraints. This is a starting point for that conversation.
#1. Cover basic travel costs/accomodations from Raleigh NC to your event.
#2. Either a flat fee* or the opportunity to make books available to participants (Both would be nice).
#3. Mr. Gibbons will be available for keynote presentations and small group workshops.
#4. Nasco is a partner with Gibbons, and may make some resources available for free based on the topic.
#5. Virtual PD is also a posibility through many platforms including Zoom, Google Meet, or one you prefer.
*Fee will depend on the duration and size of the event and your budgetary constraints.
Use the contact link to request additional information, or email for a faster reply to Mr. Gibbons directly to LOVSART (at) GMAIL (dot) COM (Subject: Art Ed Speaker Request) . Messages can be left at:
As Gibbons nears retirement, his goal is to share his many successes with schools, teachers, and educational venues around the country. To that end his "fee" for speaking is flexible to meet your budgetary constraints. This is a starting point for that conversation.
#1. Cover basic travel costs/accomodations from Raleigh NC to your event.
#2. Either a flat fee* or the opportunity to make books available to participants (Both would be nice).
#3. Mr. Gibbons will be available for keynote presentations and small group workshops.
#4. Nasco is a partner with Gibbons, and may make some resources available for free based on the topic.
#5. Virtual PD is also a posibility through many platforms including Zoom, Google Meet, or one you prefer.
*Fee will depend on the duration and size of the event and your budgetary constraints.
Use the contact link to request additional information, or email for a faster reply to Mr. Gibbons directly to LOVSART (at) GMAIL (dot) COM (Subject: Art Ed Speaker Request) . Messages can be left at:
