Empowering Inspirational Speaking & Dynamic Art Performance

Emotion Into Art™ – Inspiring Over 250,000 Students (and counting!)

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news—our team at Emotion Into Art™ has reached a major milestone: more than 250,000 students nationwide have experienced our unique blend of live speed painting and powerful, inspirational speaking. And we’re just getting started!

Emotion Into Art™ is more than a performance—it’s a movement of hope, resilience, and passion. With each vivid stroke set to the rhythm of uplifting music, Tom brings portraits to life while weaving messages that spark courage, perseverance, and the relentless pursuit of dreams. Students are captivated by the art—and they leave empowered to believe in their own potential.

Each program features three to four live paintings, interwoven with stories and insights on leadership, kindness, overcoming challenges, and embracing the future. To mark the moment, one 4 ft. x 5 ft. painting is gifted to your school, a lasting reminder of the day hope filled your auditorium.

District Block Booking
We offer block booking for districts—multiple performances across K–12 buildings at a reduced rate. Districts are already embracing this model: Utica CSD booked 28 performances for students and staff, and Middletown CSD hosted 19 performances, including a powerful community performance where families and students experienced the program together.

Staff Convocations: Fuel for the Frontlines
We also provide powerful programming for staff convocations, delivering inspiration to the educators and staff members on the frontlines. These high-energy keynote experiences combine live speed painting with a message tailored to your district’s mission—perfect for launching the year or providing a mid-year reset.
What’s included:

45–60 minute keynote with 2–3 live paintings
Themes of purpose, resilience, empathy, and classroom culture
Customizable messaging aligned to your district vision and campus priorities
Optional Q&A Session to deepen impact
A leave-behind painting ideal for the staff lounge or front office
Scales easily from small teams to large district convocations (gym/auditorium-ready)

Flexible, Customizable, and Supported
Every school community is unique—so our shows are flexible and customizable from scheduling to themes. Choose from a diverse repertoire of well-known figures—historic icons, cultural leaders, and contemporary heroes. Additional artwork displayed during the event is available for purchase. Funding options and grants are available, and references from school administrators can be provided upon request. We are fully insured.

Our mission is simple: inspire the next generation—and the educators who lead them—to dream boldly and pursue their dreams with courage, resilience and passion.