Jarrett J. Krosoczka is a children's book author and illustrator. He received his first book contracts six months after graduating from art school. In his talk, Krosoczka explained his lifelong passion for drawing and how he pursued his creativity to become a successful artist. He captured the audience's attention by telling personal stories from his childhood using humor, gestures and drawings to illustrate how he overcame hardships with help from his family. Krosoczka emphasized cultivating curiosity and following one's passions.