Draw with Kevin Coulston at Phoenix Fan Fusion | June 6th-8th, 2025 | Meet The Artist

by | May 1, 2025 | How to Draw Books for Kids

Draw with Kevin Coulston at Phoenix Fan Fusion!

I’m excited to announce that I’ll be a featured guest at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025, taking place June 6–8 at the Phoenix Convention Center. This event is a fantastic opportunity for families and young artists to dive into the world of drawing and creativity.

Meet Me at My Vendor Table

Throughout the weekend, I’ll have a vendor table set up where you can explore a variety of my drawing books. From the “How to Draw” series to “Trace Then Color,” “Draw by Grid,” and “Shape Drawing Challenge,” there’s something for every budding artist. I’ll be there to chat, sign books, and share drawing tips.

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Join the “Shape Drawing Challenge” Panel

On Saturday, June 7th at 12 PM, I’ll be hosting a special event in the Youth Panels Room called the “Shape Drawing Challenge.” This interactive session is designed to spark creativity by transforming simple shapes into imaginative characters. It’s a fun, hands-on experience that encourages kids to think outside the box and see the endless possibilities in basic shapes.

Draw with Kevin Coulston at Phoenix Fan Fusion

About Me

For those who may not be familiar, I’m Kevin Coulston, a cartoonist, animator, and writer based in Phoenix. Over the past 15 years, I’ve authored and illustrated more than 70 children’s drawing books, aiming to make art accessible and enjoyable for kids. My work includes kid-friendly comic book series like “Dylan McVillain: A Super Villain with the Best Intentions” and “The Adventures of a 4th Grade Space Captain,” as well as the picture book series “Alexis and the T-Rexes.”

My goal has always been to inspire the next generation of illustrators by providing them with the tools and confidence to express themselves through art. Whether it’s through step-by-step guides, tracing exercises, or creative challenges, I strive to make drawing a fun and rewarding experience for children.

See You There!

Phoenix Fan Fusion is a celebration of all things pop culture, and I’m thrilled to be a part of it. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to my work, I invite you to stop by my table, join the “Shape Drawing Challenge,” and share in the joy of drawing. Let’s make this event a memorable one filled with creativity and inspiration.

Looking forward to seeing you at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2025!

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Meet The Author & Artist

Kevin Coulston is an accomplished cartoonist, animator, and writer. He is the author and illustrator of over 70 (and still counting) children’s drawing books available here on FirstArtBooks.com. Kevin has also authored numerous kid-friendly comic book series, including “Dylan McVillain: A Super Villain with the Best Intentions” and “The Adventures of a 4th Grade Space Captain,” along with the Children’s Picture Book series “Alexis and the T-Rexes.”

Over a decade and a half since his initial published work, Kevin is now dedicating himself to inspiring the next generation of illustrators with his “How To Draw,” “Trace Then Color,” and “Draw by Grid” series of art books.

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What Our Customers Are Saying

“The author really does a great job demonstrating how easy (and rewarding!) it can be to draw seemingly ordinary things you (and your little ones!) may feel too intimidated to try drawing without the step-by-step guide! Putting already-known shapes together and making something new and original is a fantastic way to learn! And recognizing that you can add your own twists and personality to your drawings makes all the difference. I think it’s a fun, original approach to building confidence for a lifelong hobby. I have the ebook copy, and can only imagine how great a physical copy would be!”

– Daenarah [Amazon Review]

“There are several of these fun books by this author. My kids and I have had a lot of fun with these. It’s a great activity to do as a family and see how they all turn out. Almost like a sip and paint but more of a juice box and draw.”

Allison B. [Amazon Review]

My kids can’t wait to start drawing these monsters in their illustrations! The many different moods of the monsters appeal to their different personalities. We love the many options, styles, and opportunities to expand upon the characters. Recommended for all ages!

– Kasey [Amazon Review]

“Kevin has put out many books on drawing and animation, and has such a great feel for HOW to explain the process. His art is so expressive and kid-friendly, but his real strength is in his ability to really explain and show how it’s done, making it accessible to kids and adults. I’m a firm believer that not everyone who “can do” can teach, but Kevin does both beautifully! Pick this up and watch kids have a blast making robots of all sorts, while learning great fundamental art skills at the same time!”

Tom R. [Amazon Review]

“My 5yo LOVES this book! The drawings are cute and the instructions are easy to follow along with. She gets a kick out of drawing muffin monsters and ketchup monsters and it actually keeps her pretty focused for long periods of time.”

– Monica [Amazon Review]

“This is a fantastic book for kids who love art, cartoons, comic books, or just having fun! There are a lot of characters to choose from, and really easy step-by-step instructions to follow. You child will have a blast drawing these fun, silly characters! And just in time for Easter baskets!”

– Bestmomever [Amazon Review]

“This is a very good book for kids that want to learn to draw, my sons love it and Kevin does a great job of making drawing fun and not intimidating. Highly recommended for the long summer hours!”

David D. [Amazon Review]

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