“My mission is to inspire students to become interested in bookmaking, enjoy books, and ultimately spark or foster a lifelong joy and appreciation for books and libraries." Pamela Orandi, founder + facilitator creative STEAM learning * bookmaking for kids * art book making *STEM Learning with Art = STEAM Learning (Science + Technology + Engineering + Art + Math)
With 25+ years of experience producing high-caliber illustrated books, journals, magazines, and ephemera for museums and publishers, Pamela Orandi enjoys engaging book arts with all ages. Color and visual communication play a strong part in her facilitating.
Publishing Expertise: Pamela (Heath) Orandi * bookmaking for kids * art book making
Production Dept., Univ. of Chicago Press * Production Dept., Getty Publications, J. Paul Getty Museum & Trust, Los Angeles, Calif. * Communications Dept., ARO Pistachio, Calif. * Editorial Depts., The Condor, Evolution
* Print Production: The National Horseman Magazine * Advertising Dept.: The Arizona Republic Newspaper
As the Instructional Facilitator and Founder of Kids' Book Fun, Pamela Orandi combines her passion for creative STEAM learning and handmade books with color/design certification and editorial expertise to design and deliver fun and educational workshops for children, families, schools, and community groups. * bookmaking for kids * art book making
Professional Education: Pamela (Heath) Orandi
Master of Arts, Communication, DePaul Univ. * Bachelor or Arts, Journalism, English, Arizona State Univ. * Graduate: Denver University Publishing Institute * Graduate: Eiseman Center for Color Information & Technology, Seattle, Wash * Scholarly Graduate School Program: Fine Print & Bookmaking, Arizona State Univ.
Welcome to Kids' Book Fun with instructor Pamela Heath Orandi!
Currently demonstrating hands-on bookmaking in Dakota + Hennepin County libraries.
Winter registration opens January 2❣️February 8th show gratitude with JUMBO Valentine Hearts! BONUS: Level up paper plane skills with origami jets!