Illustration for Children’s Books Workshop

Led by illustrator Shelley Ann Jackson, this hands-on workshop is designed for aspiring children’s book illustrators who want to explore the power of visual storytelling. Across 2 hours, participants will experiment with narrative development through brainstorming exercises and drawing, discovering how images and words can work together to drive a story,. With practical exercises and creative guidance, the session offers a chance to build skills, spark imagination, and better understand how illustration shapes the world of children’s literature. Please bring your own sketch pad and pencils. Shelley Ann Jackson is Associate Professor and Course Director of MA Children’s Book Illustration, Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge