EduCurious Interview with Brannan Lawson: Creative Kids Market

Brannan Lawson, a lifelong local artist and teacher, is making a profound impact on her community by providing young creators with a unique platform to explore their talents. Through her innovative Creative Market Kids, Lawson champions the entrepreneurial spirit in children, offering them a real-world educational experience that extends far beyond the classroom. The market, born from her own daughter's desire to sell her creations, directly addresses the barriers that often exclude young artists from traditional art shows. Lawson creates a welcoming and accessible environment where children can showcase and sell anything they make, from paintings and crafts to baked goods and plants.The event is more than just a market; it is a hands-on lesson in business and life skills. Lawson guides the young participants through the entire process, teaching them about pricing, product creation, customer interaction, and money management. By removing financial barriers like entry fees and providing essential equipment like tables through a partnership with the Lake Wales Arts Council, she ensures the focus remains on the children's learning and creative expression.Lawson’s passion for fostering creativity is evident in her inclusive approach, encouraging children of all skill levels to participate and build confidence. She emphasizes the importance of communication, encouraging visitors to engage with the young artists about their process and passion. With future plans to introduce a scholarship system to help kids fund their projects, Lawson demonstrates a deep and ongoing commitment to nurturing the next generation of artists and entrepreneurs. Her work provides an invaluable service, empowering children with practical skills and the belief that their creativity has value.www.lakewalesartscouncil.orgwww.brannanlawsonart.com https://www.youtube.com/@theartbarnstudio About EduCuriousEduCurious is an evolving platform dedicated to showcasing the incredible work of exceptional educators and delving into the complex issues facing education today. Through engaging podcasts and insightful interviews, EduCurious provides a space for educators to share their experiences, insights, and innovative approaches to teaching and learning.Be SocialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Edu.Curious.Podcasts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EduCuriousPod Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/49IJd6WG083nXhZeQWt2hk?si=300fba40fb83456c Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/educurious-pods/id1798666772 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edu.curious.podcasts/ Email: [email protected] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@educuriouspods Pinterest: https://pin.it/1DHATDxqQ