Experiment with drawing directly from a subject in front of you either on location using sketchbooks or indoors using still life set ups. Create a range of quick and longer sketches using different materials and use these to develop a final artwork/illustration if time allows.

Exploring the world of book illustration you will be encouraged to think visually and experiment with different illustration techniques in a fun and supportive environment. Explore subjects such as character design, storyboarding and the interplay of text and imagery in visual narratives.

Experiment with introductory watercolour techniques including simple and more complex mark making, use of colour and composition. Through fun experimental quick and longer exercises you will be encouraged to work in a free way with watercolours and hopefully build up your confidence with this medium that people often either love or hate!

Depending on your time frame make a range of folded sketchbooks and some simple, soft-backed and/or hard-backed books using different bookbinding techniques. Techniques include Japanese stab binding and pamphlet stitch with multiple signatures.