A History of Pictures: for Children – Book Review

This Illustrated (by Rose Blake) book, previously published for adults, is directed at a new audience – taking young readers through a journey of Art History from 15,000 BCE cave drawings to present day in the company of David Hockney and Martin Gayford

Klaus Flugge Prize shortlist announced

There are six outstanding debut picture books celebrating children’s imagination and potential, family love, and freedom of expression on the shortlist for the 2019 Klaus Flugge Prize.

Ben Tallon on Mental Health

Illustrator and member Ben Tallon reflects on the topic of mental health, and shares some great insight and tips just in time for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Circle – Book Review

Klassen uses light and dark brilliantly as a way to aid the narration and add contrast to the page spreads in this story of friends uniquely shaped playing a game of hide and seek.

Business Insights: Niki Groom

We chat to illustrator and member Niki Groom about her work, her approach to negotiating with clients and the strategies she sets for a successful illustration career.

Fanatical About Frogs – Book Review

The book brings Owen Davey’s distinctive visual style to the frog world, revealing the (sometimes slightly yucky) attributes of frog species across the world.

Business Insights: Lizzy Stewart

Lizzy Stewart is an illustrator and children’s book author living in South London, most known for her books ‘There’s a Tiger in the Garden’, ‘Juniper Jupiter’ and ‘The Way to Treasure Island’. In this interview, Lizzie talks about her business, having an Agent and the importance of securing royalties.