National Illustration Day is here!
It's time to celebrate the amazing art of bringing ideas to life through drawings, sketches and visual storytelling in every line and stroke, and the joy it brings to our everyday lives. Why not take a moment to admire your favourite illustrators, try your hand at a quick sketch, or share an image that inspires you?
If you're in the UK this November, here are some events and exhibitions showcasing the world of illustration:
Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration (London): Opening in 2025, this centre will be the UK's first national museum dedicated to illustration. It will house Sir Quentin Blake’s archive of 40,000 works and feature exhibitions from renowned illustrators like Raymond Briggs and Jo Brocklehurst.
London International Animation Festival (28 Nov – 7 Dec): Held at the Barbican Centre, this festival celebrates animated storytelling with screenings, workshops, and talks from leading animators.
Pictoplasma London (6 Nov): A one-day conference at the Royal College of Art focusing on character design and illustration, featuring artist talks and animation screening
Too far away? Why not go and check out what's happening in your local community, or see if you can take part in an online session.