DAN KAPICA
Author

Dan Kapica acquired his educational credentials in both the business and academic communities over forty years of practice.

Based on cumulative life experiences as varied as childhood trauma, military combat, the recovery movement, and a twenty two year personal "identity quest," he sprouted the educational philosophy and program of the Mangrove Seed, Inc.

He is the founder and president of the 
Mangrove Seed, Inc. a 501(c)3 not-for-profit holistic learning center for S(s)elf discovery and authentic expression.

After articulating nine balancing principles based on a unique, holistic model for balanced living,  he realized that genuine caring for others and the planet would require a more simplified educational approach.

In 2007 he published the Mangrove Seed Chronicles: Learning To Trust as a primer for "children of all ages."  The book was designed to embody, in metaphor, the nine principles of the adult educational program 
of the Mangrove Seed and apply them to the development of children.

Essentially, the book reflects a personal lifetime of reflective work that encapsulates a critical philosophy of balancing fear with trust in everyday life situations.

LAURIE BARROWS Illustrator

The artist is a fifth generation Northern Californian with a deep respect for the natural world. She lives in Alta, California with her family. As a dedicated water-media artist, Barrows can often be found painting on location in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of Northern California.

Her work sparkles with playfulness. Her sense of fun shines through. Individuals and businesses looking for illustrations with a fun, upbeat attitude need look no further. Versatility and quick turn around time set Barrows apart in her field

Laurie says, "My goal with children's art is to touch lives with the wonderful luxury of innocence by creating positive images for the young. Children need a positive and empowering environment in which to grow and flourish. Children need freedom to dream. Everyday should be a celebration of joy and wonder. Developing a sense of self through play fosters creativity, imagination, and problem solving. We can all benefit by returning to a simpler time, if only for a moment."

Barrows brings over 20 years experience as a successful freelance artist/illustrator to children's book illustration, character development, greeting cards, calendars, humorous illustrations, cartoons, T-shirt design, fun logo designs, and custom clip art design.

She can be contacted at www.lauriebarrows.com