News Releases

JUNE 21, 2021

Australian Children’s Laureate Illustration Exhibition

BY JAMES BENNETT


You are invited to “The Shop Gallery” in Glebe, any day from August 12 to August 18, 2021 for a very special exhibition.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see the original illustrations from the best-selling books by Australian Children’s Laureate Ursula Dubosarsky.

Ursula and illustrator Tohby Riddle will hold workshops, sharing the story behind the stories, plus you can create your own artworks to add to our illustration wall.

If you are a local Sydney school – why not book an excursion? Numbers are limited so book early to make sure you secure a spot!

For more details, to book, or express your interest, please contact admin@childrenslaureate.org.au

How to Draw a Magpie
The ACLF love Magpies and here is your chance to create one of your own!

In an exciting new download, Illustrator Andrew Joyner gives you step by step instructions.

If you'd like to share your creations, please send them to admin@childrenslaureate.org.au

Write with Ursula
Don’t forget to download your free monthly writing activity too. There is a new activity available every month.

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