Workshop: Design a Children’s Book Character in Watercolours with Claire Alexander

This is a Live, in person event with only 8 places available.

Join Claire for an Inspiring Workshop on Creating Marketable Animal Characters!

Discover how to design compelling animal characters that stand out in today’s market. Under Claire’s expert guidance, you’ll explore a variety of watercolor techniques, experiment with shaping, expressive facial features, and body language, and delve into the art of anthropomorphism to bring your creations to life.

The session wraps up with an interactive Q&A, where you can ask Claire anything about writing, illustrating, and getting your work published. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your skills and unlock your creative potential!

Claire Alexander is an award-winning picture book author and illustrator based in London. Her recent titles include; The Think-Ups!, Puddling!, A Little Bit Different and The Snowbear. She shares her expertise by teaching courses and mentoring aspiring creatives in the art of picture book making. See more details here: https://www.clairealexander.co.uk/courses/

Materials Needed: Please bring a small box of watercolour paints, watercolour brushes (round sizes 4 and 8 are ideal), watercolour paper, (Smooth hot pressed A4 or A3 paper is recommended) drawing pencils, coloured pencils and any other line-making medium you’d like to experiment with. Attendees can enjoy 10% discount on materials in-store on the day.

Testimonials:

"This workshop gave me the confidence just to try, the permission not to be perfect and the inspiration to continue to practice."

"It was more intimate and one-to-one than I expected. I learned all the different effects you could get with watercolour and how diverse they are."

"Excellent Workshop!"

Events Date / time: Friday 21st March 2025 at 12.30 - 3.00pm

Address: Cass Art, 66-67 Colebrooke Row, London N1 8AB

Age Range: 18+

Fees: £40 Non-refundable. In the event of workshop cancellation, a full refund will be given.