Interactive Library Programs That Bring People Together
Bring curiosity, creativity, and human connection to your library! Through interactive live painting and playful hands-on workshops, artist Jennifer Bechem turns stories, emotions, and conversations into colorful art. Programs are available for children, teens, and adults throughout Texas.
The Mystery of You
Interactive Live Painting | All Ages | 45 Min: $275
Watch a portrait come to life as an audience volunteer answers questions about their life, memories, and favorite things. Each answer inspires new colors and shapes, creating a one-of-a-kind abstract painting. With plenty of surprises and laughter along the way, no two portraits, or performances, are ever alike!
Participants keep the artwork they inspire.
Color Detectives
Art Workshop | Children & Families | 60 Min: $375
Can you solve the mystery of what a feeling looks like? Explore how emotions become shapes, squiggles, and colors through playful creative exercises. Everyone creates their own abstract artwork—no experience necessary!
Crayons and paper included for 20 participants;
$8 per additional participant.
Listening Portraits
Art Workshop | Teens & Adults | 60 Min: $375 90 • Min: $550
Discover how to build beautiful moments! With playful questions and active listening, participants get to know a partner, then paint an abstract portrait inspired by their story. Everyone leaves with a unique painting, the joy of being heard, and a new connection.
All painting materials included for 15 participants;
$15 per additional participant.
Booking & Travel
Programs are available throughout Texas. Travel within 25 miles of Austin is included; additional travel expenses are quoted in advance. Discounts and shared travel arrangements are available for multiple library bookings in the same area.
Bring Some Color to Your Library!
Tell me a little about your library and the program you're interested in. I'll follow up to discuss availability and booking details.
Library program rates are designed specifically for public library programming and reflect the format, materials, and scope of these offerings. Corporate events, private bookings, and customized experiences are quoted separately.