Even when Dad is the leader of the free world, it’s the kids who rule the roost (bring it, Sasha and Malia).

So when it’s time to choose art, let them give the marching orders, er, commissions to artist Bill Zeman of Tiny Art Director.

Artist and web developer by day, it was Zeman’s own daughter Rosie who started submitting requests (and hilariously scathing critiques). Past hits include a giraffe and kangaroo fighting over an apple, a dragon sneaking up on a girl picking flowers, and a dinosaur taking a bath in a toy-filled tub.

He’s up for almost anything, no matter how fantastical or weird. So whatever the little boss dreams up will be created by Zeman.

And approved by everyone in the house.

To commission a piece, e-mail bz@billzeman.com. To see works, go to tinyartdirector.blogspot.com.

GIVE
Life Pieces to Masterpieces
What: Drop off donations of school supplies, art supplies, and winter coats and hats for the local kids’ nonprofit.
Why: Because you can.
When: Wed.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Fair Chance, 2000 M St. NW, at 20th St., ste. 530 (202-338-8206).

BUY
Crawl, Walk, Run Sale
What: Dawn Price Baby offers 30 percent off lines like Mimi and Maggie, Small Paul, and Tea Collection.
Why: Try to get a ride.
When: Thru Jan. 29. 7th St., Tues.-Fri., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. M St., Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 325 7th St. SE, at Pennsylvania Ave. (202-543-2920); 3112 M St. NW, at 31st St. (202-333-3939).

HEAR
Kristin Levine Book Party
What: Meet the local writer and get a copy of her new historical novel for middle schoolers, The Best Bad Luck I Ever Had.
Why: Take your rabbit foot.
When: Sat., 3-4 p.m.
Where: Hooray for Books, 1555 King St., Alexandria (703-548-4092).