Clare Pearson
Clare Pearson is the buyer for Aspen’s cherished independent
bookstore, Explore Books. Clare loves to unite readers with the
books they love and to facilitate the discovery of new authors and
subjects. Clare has experience in the publishing, arts and
nonprofit worlds. She is fascinated by the history of the written
word and the technologies and printing mediums that support it.
In her free time, she enjoys hiking, photography and printmaking.
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Clare's Upcoming Workshops
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Ages 6-8
Jul 20 - 24, 2026
9 AM - 3 PM
Once Upon a Page
Clare Pearson
Tuition $600
Code K0811-26
Open the cover and step into a world of imagination! In this playful workshop, kids explore the magic of books by creating their own stories and artwork from cover to cover. Young makers design and bind their own handmade books using paper, cardboard, and string, filling the pages with colorful drawings, playful collages, and the wild stories of their imagination. Along the way, they experiment with different illustration styles—painting with tissue paper like Eric Carle, drawing bold characters inspired by Mo Willems, and layering textures like Ezra Jack Keats. Throughout the week, students dive into fun paper crafts, try out mini projects inspired by the history of writing and printing, and explore inventive ways to bring their stories to life. This workshop celebrates creativity, storytelling, and the joy of reading. At the end of the week, every child will take home a unique, handmade book to share, keep, and treasure—just like the ones they love to read!