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鈥⑩冣僕ednesday 24th June: College will close at 2.00 pm

鈥⑩冣僒hursday 25th June: College will close at 1.00 pm

鈥⑩冣僃riday 26th June: College will close at 1.00 pm

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Friday 26th June: College will close at 1.00 pm

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Children's Book Illustrations 01: Drawing for Storytelling

Course code: P02824

Subject area: Art & Design

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

18:00 - 20:45

Days of week:

Thursday

Course date:

24th Sept 2026 - 10th Dec 2026

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

Learn the core drawing techniques that support children鈥檚 book illustration in this beginner-friendly course. Explore shapes, forms, textures, and composition while developing the visual language needed to turn ideas into engaging story illustrations.
This beginner-friendly course focuses on developing core drawing skills essential for illustration. We will explore composition, perspective, proportion, shading techniques and colour, to build confidence in observation, capturing tones and mark-making. Students will also develop softer skills such as patience, problem-solving, and creative thinking. By the end of the term, learners will create sketches and preliminary illustrations suitable for story concepts.

鈥 Introduction to basic drawing tools and materials鈥 Shapes, forms, textures, and patterns鈥 Composition, perspective, and proportion鈥 Shading, tone, and colour exploration鈥 Observation and mark-making exercises鈥 Developing creativity, patience, and problem-solving skills鈥 Small sketches and preliminary illustrations for story ideas

Please note there will be no classes during half term.

What next?
Progress to Children's Book Illustrations 02: Characters and Scenes, to bring your ideas to life with playful characters and imaginative environments.
Entry criteria
No prior experience required. Interest in drawing, storytelling, and children鈥檚 books.

Please note - you should be 19 years old or over at 31st August 2026 prior to starting the course.

Fee information
This course/workshop includes a material fee that provides essential resources and hands-on demonstrations, empowering you to achieve your learning goals and master new skills with confidence.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

Co-Funded Fee (19+)

拢304.90

Reduced Fee (19+)

拢153.95