Chris Van Allsburg
Keynote Speaker: Retired Author & Illustrator of Children's Books; Best Known for "The Polar Express"
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Chris Van Allsburg Biography
Chris Van Allsburg is one of America’s most innovative picture book creators. Since 1979, his books have blurred the line between fantasy and reality. His illustrations are provocative and eerie, often hinting at an alternate reality lurking behind the next page. His book Jumanji and its sequel Zathura became a series of Hollywood films. His most recognized book, "The Polar Express," was also adapted for the big screen and is one of the bestselling children's books of all time.
Van Allsburg was raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and received his undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan, where he majored in sculpture, learning bronze casting, wood carving, resin molding, and other techniques. He continued his studies at the Rhode Island School of Design, graduating with a master's degree in sculpture. Shortly after receiving his graduate degree, Van Allsburg began to show his sculptures in New York City galleries.
He began drawing in the winter of 1977, when his teaching commitments at Rhode Island School of Design and a poorly heated sculpture studio far across town discouraged his customary night-time work schedule. At home, in the evening, he began creating drawings that suggested strange narratives. His wife, Lisa, an elementary school art teacher who used picture books in her classroom, thought her husband’s work might be suitable for children's books. She showed his work to an editor, who encouraged Van Allsburg to think about writing a story that would suit the character of the pictures he wanted to make. His first book, The Garden of Abdul Gasazi, was published in 1979.
Van Allsburg has written and/or illustrated 21 books. He was awarded the Caldecott Medal for Jumanji and The Polar Express and received a Caldecott Honor for The Garden of Abdul Gasazi. He has received the Regina Medal for lifetime achievement in children’s literature, a National Book Award, and has been inducted into The Society of Illustrators Hall of Fame, among many other honors. He lives outside of Boston, Massachusetts.
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Chris Van Allsburg is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors and Art. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chris Van Allsburg for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Chris Van Allsburg can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Laura Numeroff, Christian Robinson and Matthew Luhn. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chris Van Allsburg for an upcoming event.
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How much does it cost to book Chris Van Allsburg for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Chris Van Allsburg, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chris Van Allsburg are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chris Van Allsburg, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Chris Van Allsburg speak about?
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Who is the agent for Chris Van Allsburg?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chris Van Allsburg for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chris Van Allsburg for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chris Van Allsburg or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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