To everyone at Quarry Books who helped make this dream possible.
To Mary Ann Hall and Betsy Gammons for their guidance, patience, and encouragement. Thank you!
To my husband, Rainer Schwake, for his beautifully quiet way of helping and his endless support for me since the day we met. (I also am eternally grateful for his sweet photography skills.)
To my daughter, Chloe, who was tireless in her help with the lessons by making art spontaneously—and beautifully.
To my daughter, Grace, who nurtured the writing process.
To my intern, Bella, who was simply amazing.
To the parents of my students, for encouraging their journey in art.
To my students, who are deep inspiration for these lessons.
. . . and to all the kids who made art for this book—they rock!