Knock Knock, Who’s Here? Rob Butler and Friends!
Join author Rob Butler and friends for a special reading of his book, St. Amant Max and more!
Included with regular admission.
November 28 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Meet the Creators of St. Amant Max!
Stop by to meet local author Rob Butler and enjoy a special reading of his book, St. Amant Max! Joining Rob will be Jim Broussard, the voice of St. Amant Max himself, who will help bring the story to life, along with Ross Waguespack, the animator behind the character.
After the reading, guests can get a closer look at how a story makes its way from the page to the screen! Ross will share a special animation demonstration, giving guests a peek into the creative process behind bringing St. Amant Max to life. Families are invited to meet all three guests, ask questions, and learn more about the story, the characters, and the creativity behind it all.
Event included with regular admission.
About the Guests
Rob Butler | Author & Creator of St. Amant Max
Rob Butler is the author and creator of St. Amant Max, the Cajun puppy! Born and raised in the Piney Woods of Oakdale, Louisiana, Rob developed a deep appreciation for his home state while exploring Louisiana’s bayous and waterways with friends at the Department of Environmental Quality. He attended McNeese State University and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he earned a graduate degree in geology. When he isn’t hunting, Rob enjoys spending time with his daughter, Chloe, and working out.
Ross Waguespack | Animator
Ever wonder how a character goes from an idea to the screen? Meet Ross Waguespack, the animator responsible for bringing St. Amant Max to life on screen! A Louisiana State University graduate with a degree in Animation, Ross is passionate about the creative process and the work that goes into turning characters and stories into animation.
Jim Broussard | Voice of St. Amant Max
Meet the voice behind St. Amant Max himself! Jim Broussard, also known as Jim, brings the Cajun puppy to life through his voice. With more than 40 years of experience as a safety professional, Jim also spent 13 years co-hosting the SafeNation Radio Broadcast, traveling the world to share safety messages through music, stories, and songs. His creative work extends to the stage, where he has appeared in numerous theatrical productions and brought a variety of characters to life.