Developing Picture Books
Online course for adults
18 September – 27 November 2024
Wednesdays, 19:00 – 21:00 BST
There is no class on 30 October.
Learn how to develop contemporary children’s picture books with market appeal guided by award-winning author and illustrator Claire Alexander.
On this intermediate-level course, you will build your written and illustrative portfolio in a friendly, supportive group environment.
Designed for anyone who has completed our Introduction to Creating Picture Books course, you’ll learn more about the book publishing market and create an action plan for submitting work to publishers and agents.
Practical-based sessions will help you to sharpen your story writing and editing skills, identify your own illustration style strengths and experiment with new painting techniques and colour palettes.
By the end of the course you will have developed your own compelling story, characters and storyboard ready to turn into a dummy book for submissions.
Our small class size of no more than 12 students will ensure that you receive personalised feedback and group support in a relaxed and friendly learning environment.
About Claire
Claire Alexander is an award-winning author and illustrator with 20 years of experience creating picture books and teaching. Her recent books include The Think-Ups! and the third book in the ‘Ploofer’ series A Little Bit of Respect. Recent collaborations include illustrations for Emma Perry’s Puddling, and Sean Taylor’s Humperdink Our Elephant Friend and The Snowbear.
What people say about this course
“Claire is an excellent instructor, and I would take this class again in a heartbeat. I recommend it to everyone.”
“Claire is a fantastic instructor, and she is incredibly generous with her knowledge. She has very sharp insights and experience of the industry, and offers helpful and supportive critical feedback. It was a wonderfully supportive group and a great experience.”
“I felt supported and pushed to progress my portfolio”
