Lenn Redman facts for kids

Lenn Redman (born in Chicago in 1912, passed away in Los Angeles in 1987) was a super talented person! He was an artist, someone who drew funny pictures of people (a caricaturist), an animator who made cartoons move, an author, a poet, and even an entertainer. He was also a cartoonist and a civil rights activist, which means he worked to make sure everyone had fair and equal rights.

Lenn Redman, also known as Leonard Redman or Len Redman, was born in Chicago, Illinois. His mother, Sarah Brooks-Redman, was from Chicago. His father, Victor Redman, came from a place called Ladyzhinka in Russia. Lenn's parents owned a clothing store in Chicago called "Redman's." His sisters, Ruth Redman-Greenwood and Florence Redman-Green, were also artists. Lenn Redman worked for over 50 years, creating amazing art and stories.

Lenn Redman's Creative Career

Lenn Redman had many different jobs in the art world. He used his skills to draw, animate, and write for many years.

Cartoonist and Illustrator

Lenn Redman was a cartoonist for several famous studios and newspapers. He helped bring many beloved characters to life.

• He worked for Leon Schlesinger Studios, where he was an animator for the famous character Porky Pig.
• He taught others how to draw cartoons as a commercial art studio instructor.
• He even drew for the well-known comic strip Mary Worth in the Chicago Tribune newspaper.

Caricaturist: Drawing Funny Faces

A caricaturist draws pictures of people that exaggerate their features in a funny way. Lenn Redman was very good at this!

• He drew caricatures at the 1933 World's Fair, a huge event where people from all over the world showed off new ideas and inventions.
• He also drew caricatures on a popular TV show called 'You Asked For It'.

Animator: Making Cartoons Move

Lenn Redman was an important animator, helping to create some of the most famous cartoons ever made. Animators draw many pictures that are then shown quickly to make it look like characters are moving.

• He worked for Walt Disney Studios and was an animator for the classic film Fantasia. He helped animate the "Sorcerer's Apprentice" part, where Mickey Mouse causes magical mischief!
• He was a cartoon animator for Filmation Associates, another big animation company.
• He also worked for Hanna-Barbera Productions, known for many popular cartoon shows.
• He was an animator for The Archie Show TV series in 1968.
• He also animated for The Adventures of Batman and Robin the Boy Wonder TV series in 1969.

Author: Writing Books

Besides drawing and animating, Lenn Redman also wrote books. He shared his knowledge and creativity through his writing.

• He wrote a book called What Am I? in 1980, which was a fun way to learn.
• He also wrote A Parents' and Teachers' What Am I? Guide for Children in 1981, which helped grown-ups use his first book with kids.
• He shared his drawing secrets in his book How To Draw Caricatures, published in 1984.