We were lucky to catch up with David Crismon recently and have shared our conversation below.

David, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. What did your parents do right and how has that impacted you in your life and career?

What my parents got right, was they left me alone to learn and explore drawing on my own. They were not micro-managers, or so concerned with future career earnings that they stiffled what I was already enjoying. Now, as a college professor talking to new students and parents...