Gomersal Primary School - Portrait Illustration Workshop

A group of Gomersal Primary School pupils from years 3, 4 and 5 have just completed a workshop creating digital self portrait illustrations with some very striking results. 
Based on photographic images of themselves, the pupils skilfully created these digital illustrations using a series of layers and other digital tools. 

An alternative colour pallet was also explored for some of the digital colouring, which made for some very interesting imagery indeed. Further layering techniques were also looked at with the introduction of textures and various other incidents and elements adding further depth to their images. Here are the brilliant illustrations that they created.

Digital Illustration Portraits

Further Image Manipulation

Battyeford CE(C) Primary School - Character Illustration Workshop

I have just completed a lovely project at Battyeford CE(C) Primary School as part of the 'Adopt an Artist' programme in Kirklees. Working with 24 pupils, the project focus was on character development based around the theme of 'Artemis Fowl'. 


From the outset the pupils displayed an array of brilliant imaginations as they set to designing their characters. It was great to hear the many ideas and narratives that were developing with the stroke of each pen and swish of every brush. All of the pupils involved put their heart and soul into the project and it was fantastic and delightful to see such enthusiasm. I think the images speak for themselves. Diverse, brilliant, bold and majestic creations!

A lot of fun was had by all! 

Creative Beginnings

Adding the Details

The Finishing Touches