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Allison Zapata
Author/Photographer/Speaker • Houston, Texas • [email protected]
Allison is a published children's book author, photographer, social media expert, and freelance writer. She spends her time hunting down and shooting wildlife (with a camera), searching for stories that need to be told, writing books, and freelancing. In her spare time she raises two young boys, three rescue dogs, one million feral cats. Allison is passionate about parenting, wildlife, nature, photography, writing, disaster relief, and grass-roots philanthropy. She's known to have a few thousand opinions on any given day. A born and raised Texan, Allison currently lives in Houston, Texas.
Experience
Social Media Manager Freelance
Relief Gang, Admin
Responsible for managing disaster relief organization - including social media content, day to day community events, and leading our team's disaster relief response.
Disaster Relief & Photography / SWLA, 2020
Organized a supply drive and fundraising effort to help the residents affected by Hurricanes Laura and Delta. Partnered with Texas Relief Warriors, 50 Star Sar, and The Relief Gang to bring in supplies to SWLA and help repair storm damaged homes. Photographed several relief events in Lake Charles.
Educational Speaker / Author Visits, Jan 2017 - Present
Disaster Relief Tropical Storm Imelda / Beaumont and Hampshire, 2019
Organized a supply drive and raised thousands of dollars to help the residents affected by Tropical Storm Imelda.
Author, Bernadette the Brave, Nov 2016-Present
You can call it fate, dumb luck, or divine intervention, but something brought these two together to tell their story. Allison, an avid feeder of birds in her backyard, noticed a unique female cardinal among the bunch. It didn’t take long for Allison to realize that, despite her persistence and determination, this bird wasn’t able to eat on her own like the others. With equal determination, Allison began experimenting with various meal combinations in hopes it would help this sickly bird survive. Eventually, Allison gave her the name Bernadette, which means “brave as a bear.”
Chronicling her adventures with Bernadette, Allison posted updates to her online readers about Bernadette’s condition. Interest in this little bird quickly grew and, in time, these updates became a daily necessity for many. It was obvious to Allison that this story needed to be told because, young or old, it’s impossible not to fall in love with the spirit of the tiny bird known as — Bernadette the Brave.
Bernadette the Brave accrued a large national and international following and sold over 2,000 copies in its first year — purely via my social media efforts.
Photographer, 2008 - Present
I feature daily photography of wildlife and street photography. Through photography and honest storytelling I have been able to connect and engage with thousands of people across the country and beyond. You can see a sample of my work HERE.
Presenter, Edgewood Independent School District, Sept 2012
The mission of the conference was to provide young women the lessons and advice to promote a healthier outlook in their lives. My program, "Finding Your Voice," focused on how I came to love myself and realize that I might just have something to offer the world after all. The conference was attended by over 800 young women and was hosted by Edgewood School District in San Antonio, Texas.
Founder, Project: We See You, Sept 2012-2014
Grassroots social media campaign to raise awareness and provide relief to the homeless community. Raised over $8,000 in monetary and in-kind donations from companies locally and across the country.
Writer and Contributor, Freelance, 2008-Present
Contributing author on a wide range of topics. Published work has been featured on Huffington Post and Yourtango.
Author, Curvy Girl Guide, 2003–2005
Online author for a women’s magazine. Contributed two or more articles a month on topics ranging from marriage, parenting, pregnancy, body image, psychology and more.
Columnist, Houston Real Estate Observer, 2011
Featured Humor Columnist discussing the comical aspects of real estate and home ownership
Teacher, The Post Oak School, Houston, TX, 2005-2008
Assisted the lead teacher in running a class of 12 infants at a local Montessori School. High lead teacher turnover, wherein I was responsible for leading the class and corresponding with parents.
Bernadette the Brave
Author Visits
Author Allison Zapata visited St. Augustine middle and elementary schools on Friday to read and discuss her book, “Bernadette the Brave.” Zapata also provided a presentation for middle school students, outlining the process of writing the book.
Allison Zapata reads her children's book Bernadette the Brave to a group of elementary students at Barnes and Noble. Students were captivated by the tale about the bird, which also tells a story about the importance of embracing individuality and helping others.
Following a reading, the students create their very own perfectly imperfect Bernadette the Braves.
Readings & Appearances
Storytelling, engagement, and hands on activities with local Pre-K students.
Zapata reflected on her own youth of feeling like she didn't fit in. She told the group of young students that beauty doesn't come from fitting into a certain mold. And literature allowed her to share this message. "It's such a good outlet and I think especially for kids who maybe feel lonely or shy. It's an important part of learning and being confident, giving yourself a voice," Zapata said..
Allison Zapata, featured artist of the month, signs her children's book Bernadette the Brave, at Gallery Baroness in Richmond, Texas.
Allison Zapata shares a laugh with a roomful of women at the first annual Daughters and Mothers Achieving Success (DAMAS) Conference at Roy Cisneros Elementary on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012. The mission of the conference is to provide young women with their significant females or mothers the lessons and advice to promote a healthier outlook for their lives. Zapata's presentation, "Finding Your Voice," shared how Zapata came to discover herself and realizing she had something to offer the world. The conference was attended by about 800 women and was hosted by the Edgewood School District.
The word, LOVE, is written on the arm of a conference participant as part of a positive affirmation exercise held by Allison Zapata at the first annual Daughters and Mothers Achieving Success (DAMAS) Conference.
Crystal Casas (left) and her 12-year-old daughter, Ally Vasquez, display the positive affirmations they wrote for each other on their faces.
Schools Visited
The Awty International School
Holy Spirit Episcopal School
Saint Thomas Episcopal School
Pink Elementary School
St. Stephen's Episcopal School
Mary Marek Elementary School
St Augustine High School
The Little School of Keystone
And more!
References
Allison Zapata
Author/Photographer/Speaker • Houston, Texas • [email protected]
Allison is a published children's book author, photographer, social media expert, and freelance writer. She spends her time hunting down and shooting wildlife (with a camera), searching for stories that need to be told, writing books, and freelancing. In her spare time she raises two young boys, three rescue dogs, one million feral cats. Allison is passionate about parenting, wildlife, nature, photography, writing, disaster relief, and grass-roots philanthropy. She's known to have a few thousand opinions on any given day. A born and raised Texan, Allison currently lives in Houston, Texas.
Experience
Social Media Manager Freelance
Relief Gang, Admin
Responsible for managing disaster relief organization - including social media content, day to day community events, and leading our team's disaster relief response.
Disaster Relief & Photography / SWLA, 2020
Organized a supply drive and fundraising effort to help the residents affected by Hurricanes Laura and Delta. Partnered with Texas Relief Warriors, 50 Star Sar, and The Relief Gang to bring in supplies to SWLA and help repair storm damaged homes. Photographed several relief events in Lake Charles.
Educational Speaker / Author Visits, Jan 2017 - Present
Disaster Relief Tropical Storm Imelda / Beaumont and Hampshire, 2019
Organized a supply drive and raised thousands of dollars to help the residents affected by Tropical Storm Imelda.
Author, Bernadette the Brave, Nov 2016-Present
You can call it fate, dumb luck, or divine intervention, but something brought these two together to tell their story. Allison, an avid feeder of birds in her backyard, noticed a unique female cardinal among the bunch. It didn’t take long for Allison to realize that, despite her persistence and determination, this bird wasn’t able to eat on her own like the others. With equal determination, Allison began experimenting with various meal combinations in hopes it would help this sickly bird survive. Eventually, Allison gave her the name Bernadette, which means “brave as a bear.”
Chronicling her adventures with Bernadette, Allison posted updates to her online readers about Bernadette’s condition. Interest in this little bird quickly grew and, in time, these updates became a daily necessity for many. It was obvious to Allison that this story needed to be told because, young or old, it’s impossible not to fall in love with the spirit of the tiny bird known as — Bernadette the Brave.
Bernadette the Brave accrued a large national and international following and sold over 2,000 copies in its first year — purely via my social media efforts.
Photographer, 2008 - Present
I feature daily photography of wildlife and street photography. Through photography and honest storytelling I have been able to connect and engage with thousands of people across the country and beyond. You can see a sample of my work HERE.
Presenter, Edgewood Independent School District, Sept 2012
The mission of the conference was to provide young women the lessons and advice to promote a healthier outlook in their lives. My program, "Finding Your Voice," focused on how I came to love myself and realize that I might just have something to offer the world after all. The conference was attended by over 800 young women and was hosted by Edgewood School District in San Antonio, Texas.
Founder, Project: We See You, Sept 2012-2014
Grassroots social media campaign to raise awareness and provide relief to the homeless community. Raised over $8,000 in monetary and in-kind donations from companies locally and across the country.
Writer and Contributor, Freelance, 2008-Present
Contributing author on a wide range of topics. Published work has been featured on Huffington Post and Yourtango.
Author, Curvy Girl Guide, 2003–2005
Online author for a women’s magazine. Contributed two or more articles a month on topics ranging from marriage, parenting, pregnancy, body image, psychology and more.
Columnist, Houston Real Estate Observer, 2011
Featured Humor Columnist discussing the comical aspects of real estate and home ownership
Teacher, The Post Oak School, Houston, TX, 2005-2008
Assisted the lead teacher in running a class of 12 infants at a local Montessori School. High lead teacher turnover, wherein I was responsible for leading the class and corresponding with parents.
Bernadette the Brave
Author Visits
Author Allison Zapata visited St. Augustine middle and elementary schools on Friday to read and discuss her book, “Bernadette the Brave.” Zapata also provided a presentation for middle school students, outlining the process of writing the book.
Allison Zapata reads her children's book Bernadette the Brave to a group of elementary students at Barnes and Noble. Students were captivated by the tale about the bird, which also tells a story about the importance of embracing individuality and helping others.
Following a reading, the students create their very own perfectly imperfect Bernadette the Braves.
Readings & Appearances
Storytelling, engagement, and hands on activities with local Pre-K students.
Zapata reflected on her own youth of feeling like she didn't fit in. She told the group of young students that beauty doesn't come from fitting into a certain mold. And literature allowed her to share this message. "It's such a good outlet and I think especially for kids who maybe feel lonely or shy. It's an important part of learning and being confident, giving yourself a voice," Zapata said..
Allison Zapata, featured artist of the month, signs her children's book Bernadette the Brave, at Gallery Baroness in Richmond, Texas.
Allison Zapata shares a laugh with a roomful of women at the first annual Daughters and Mothers Achieving Success (DAMAS) Conference at Roy Cisneros Elementary on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012. The mission of the conference is to provide young women with their significant females or mothers the lessons and advice to promote a healthier outlook for their lives. Zapata's presentation, "Finding Your Voice," shared how Zapata came to discover herself and realizing she had something to offer the world. The conference was attended by about 800 women and was hosted by the Edgewood School District.
The word, LOVE, is written on the arm of a conference participant as part of a positive affirmation exercise held by Allison Zapata at the first annual Daughters and Mothers Achieving Success (DAMAS) Conference.
Crystal Casas (left) and her 12-year-old daughter, Ally Vasquez, display the positive affirmations they wrote for each other on their faces.
Schools Visited
The Awty International School
Holy Spirit Episcopal School
Saint Thomas Episcopal School
Pink Elementary School
St. Stephen's Episcopal School
Mary Marek Elementary School
St Augustine High School
The Little School of Keystone
And more!