The nature of freelance work is that it will ebb and flow, so what can illustrators do to help bring in additional income streams? Join the conversation online - Book below or via our Eventbrite. AOI discusses is back this January! The nature of freelance work is that it will ebb and flow, so […]
Illustrator as Reporter: firsthand observations that broaden our understanding of global sporting events. Tim Vyner is Professor of Illustration in the School of Design at Bath Spa University. He has more than 20 years’ experience working as a documentary illustrator. In this talk he will reflect on how changing industry practices – from fountain pen […]
Children's book author and illustrator, Gizem Gözde Uçar, is visiting Pickled Pepper Books to run a special Interactive Theatre adventure for little ones! This interactive storytelling involves sensory play and is full of movement, singing, dancing and games! We will be playing with toys that engage children’s imagination. The games revolve around the senses to […]
Children's book author and illustrator, Gizem Gözde Uçar, is visiting Pickled Pepper Books to run a special Valentine's Day 'Story & Art Workshop' this February. Story & Art Workshops are the perfect mixture of storytelling and arts & crafts. Gizem will incorporate dancing, singing and games! And at the end of our workshop, we will […]
Are you a cartoonist or comic creator? Do you want to meet other cartoonists and comic creators? Do you want to learn from the best while doing it? Join in at Cartoon Conference 2024 for ideas and inspiration for how you can use your skills to survive and thrive as an artist. Learn from industry […]
Between 18 - 20 April 2023, London Book Fair (LBF) will unite the book community for three days of business, networking and learning. From face-to-face meetings and conferences to an eclectic seminar programme, which provides insight into the book world, kickstart your year with The London Book Fair. On the afternoon of Wednesday 13th March, Author HQ will bring […]
The Brighton illustrator meet-up host an evening of talks on how to successfully expand your creative practice. Book below or via our Eventbrite. Flock presents: An Evening with Yuk Fun & Lucy Sherston Join Brighton's illustrator meet-up, Flock, for an evening of talks on how to successfully expand your creative practice! We will be […]
Everyone is invited to the first Fine Lines Festival - a celebration of Illustration and Animation. Guest speakers such as Steve Smith, founder of Beakus Animation Studio, Domareen Fox, art director on Netflix's hit animated series Dead End Paranormal Park, Neeraja Raj, a writer-director working in animation and film, Denzell Dankwah, upcoming graphic novelist […]
Pictoplasma, the world’s leading conference of contemporary character design in illustration, animation, graphic and urban arts, celebrates its 20th anniversary. Over the past two decades the Berlin-based project has promoted a uniquely playful and interdisciplinary investigation of new visual worlds in the digital age, served as a lively forum for a growing international community, and […]
View Stanley Chow's exhibition, take part in a workshop inspired by his illustrations and join The Long Table discussion with him and others. Book below or via our Eventbrite. ***Announcing Drawn In with special guest, Stanley Chow*** We’re excited to announce our next event on Wednesday 1st May at The Edge Theatre & Arts Centre […]
The Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) exists to promote the breadth and diversity of comics and what is considered comics as a legitimate medium of literary and artistic worth. We seek to promote the creators of these works in their broad and diverse voices for the betterment of the medium of comics and to reach […]
Lucky Frog Studio is pleased to announce their very first 'PechaKucha' style talks night : “What do artists do for FUN?’. Inviting four local artists and businesses; Owen davey, Pippa Toole, Tobyilikecats and Mimo, to discuss topics that are, well, just fun! From creating card games to archiving and setting up a shop, its going […]
Birmingham Design Festival is a celebration of the local, national and international design industry held in the UK every June. For three days, visitors can expect to choose from 20 free talks per day in one of our four Design Districts before coming together in the evening for a headline event in one of our […]
We look at experimentation, and how prioritising this as part of your practice can lead to new creative opportunities
We explore how Neurodivergent illustrators navigate their work and practices in industry.
Join the AOI's Sarah Morris and Brittany Freeman at New Designers on Friday 5th July
Bringing the community together for four full days of impact, insight, and inspiration in Minneapolis
Learn how to make the leap from stills to motion with illustrator and motion designer Sophie Winder. Free and for AOI members only!
Online workshop and social for illustrators across Manchester and beyond
An online conversation exploring the process of overcoming adversity, the significanc of candid conversations and inclusivity in illustration and much more.
Learn how to make the leap from stills to motion with illustrator and motion designer Danielle Rhoda. Free and for AOI members only!
Self-promotion is an essential aspect of finding work as an illustrator, and we'll be exploring some key ways to go about it.
For this AOI Discusses, we're exploring showcasing your work as an illustrator and building community.
This September, Pictoplasma returns to New York for its tenth anniversary US edition
Discover insights into using social media in a more meaningful way as an illustrator.
Join Sheffield's free September meet-up - an insight into the working lives of two Sheffield-based illustrators.
Illustrators Nic Watts and Sakina Karimjee discuss their joint project on Toussaint Louverture.
An (online) evening with multi award-winning illustrator and author Marta Altés
Join your fellow Manchester illustrators at this unmissable Drawn In meet up, exploring the world of Children’s Publishing with Plum Agency.
International professional illustration fair in the Basque Country, Spain.
Demystifying the ins and outs of the field Motion Design, together with a stellar panel of experts.
Join the PIP crew and friends to find out what it takes to not just survive, but to THRIVE as an illustrator.
A women-led comics forum open to all, with guest speakers Katriona Chapman and Shane Melisse.
Valuable insights and practical advice to better understand what representation involves.
Learn how to make the leap from stills to motion with illustrator and motion designer Ivyy Chen. Free and for AOI members only!
Part of the Inside Illustration Creative Practice Course, exploring Fashion Illustration in all its ramifications.
An In-Conversation session with Murugiah
An insightful talk exploring the support available to help creativity flow.
Understand the basics to get your tax return ready, with the opportunity to ask your questions to an expert.
A free and exciting online Illustration Festival, boasting a full programme of workshops, performances, discussions and much more.
Explore the role illustration plays in cultural heritage
A new screening and panel discussion, part of London Animation Festival 2024.
Part of the Inside Illustration Creative Practice Course, exploring Fashion Illustration in all its ramifications.
For this AOI Discusses, we will be exploring how passion projects can help attract client commissions.
Join us for an informative talk on the process of licensing illustration at London Illustration Fair.
Covering a range of contract types, this webinar will provide you with the knowledge you need to better understand illustration contracts.
We invite multidisciplinary designer, illustrator and stop motion animator Kezia Hulse to discuss her creative process and answer your questions.
Part of the Inside Illustration Creative Practice Course, exploring Fashion Illustration in all its ramifications.
Discover valuable illustration insights from Us Folk agent, Mel Carroll, and connect with fellow illustrators from the Belfast area.
For this AOI Discusses, we will be exploring how Illustrators juggle the demands of parenting alongside freelance work.
The second largest comics festival in Europe returns this January 2025.
Learn, get inspired and to connect with fellow creatives from Brighton and Hove.
Providing you with the tools for a firm grasp of how to licence your work & negotiate your commissions with confidence.
Learn how to survive and thrive as a comic artist and creator
Discover new ways to create more opportunities within your freelance illustration career.
Join the TDK group for a Pecha Kucha with Veega from Veega Studio, and Designer, Vicky Perry.
Join picture book makers Birgitta Sif and David Barrow for an (online) evening with award winning illustrator and author Alexis Deacon.
Exploring the interaction of illustration, activism and neurodivergence.
For this AOI Discusses, we delve into the ins and outs of pitching your illustrated picture book idea to publishers.
An exciting evening filled of book signings, author meet and greets, and more.
Sheffield Illustrators & Sheffield Hallam University host Lisa Maltby for an evening of inspiration, motivation & support for illustrators.
An online in-conversation event with multidisciplinary Illustrator, Graphic Artist and Illustrator Aurélia Durand
It's publishing season and the AOI are bringing this popular talk presented at London Book Fair, online!
The world’s leading conference of contemporary character design in illustration, animation, graphic and urban arts returns this May.
Discover valuable insights from award-winning illustrator and author Barry Falls, and connect with fellow illustrators from the Belfast area
Guest speakers, animation screenings, workshops and a comics and illustration market with over 80 stallholders.
Join York illustrators meet-up for an informal open discussion on running an illustration practice. Followed by time to mingle, drink & draw.
For this AOI Discusses, we discuss how utilising online community based platforms can be beneficial to your community and business.
Join fellow Copenhagen illustrators to hear about illustrated book projects by Morten Voigt and Toril Bækmark.
A day packed full of practical business advice, confidence boosting tips and guidance on how to make the most of your illustration career.
BDF Conference is a celebration of design held in Birmingham across two days in June.
Join fellow illustrators for a fun and free still life drawing session, followed by an hour to mingle with drinks and even more sketching.
Join picture book makers Birgitta Sif and David Barrow for an (online) evening with award winning illustrator, artist and author Benjamin Phillips.
An online in-conversation event with multi disciplinary illustrator, graphic narrator and researcher Dr. Karen Jiyun Sung
Join the AOI for a mini business masterclass at New Designers on Friday 11th July
Join fellow illustrators for an evening of imagination and invention as we dive into the art of Character Creation!
AOI Discusses continues with a session considering what's beneficial for an ongoing career in illustration, considering flexibility as an artist and how we maintain our interest and relevance over time.
The conference aims to identify historical, aesthetic, social and environmental contexts within which the materiality of paper works to enhance processes of illustration.
Zinezilla Arts Festival is back in Bristol in September!
This AOI Discusses session will explore how we can support ourselves and build resilience amongst uncertainty.
Come hang out at the UK’s largest antiquarian book fair, browse beautiful old books, and take part in a special observational drawing game!
An evening with Mikey Please discussing the power of words and pictures, and his newest creation, Cave Downwind of the Café.
Join PICNIC for an Autumn social, plus talk from illustrator Maz Leyden, sharing insights about her work and creative journey.
After two powerful editions, In Motion returns to London in 2025.
We break down what you need to know in order to make your work visible and connect with clients, to attract meaningful opportunities.
Join us to hear four inspiring stories from illustrators whose creative practice has helped them to overcome challenge and build resilience.
Join licensed accountant and textile artist, Nikki Lonsdale, as she introduces tax for illustrators, artists and other creatives.
Understand the basics to get your tax return ready, with the opportunity to ask your questions to an expert.
Folkestone’s very first Illustration Festival, 6th-9th November 2025.
We break down what you need to know in order to make your work visible and connect with clients, to attract meaningful opportunities.
Explore how to build a brand and collaborate with illustrators (+ much more) with the co-founder and design director of Hundred Studio.
Thought Bubble is the Yorkshire Comic Art Festival!
A session looking into Substack and Instagram to reach goals for brand awareness, diversifying income, and community building.
Join other London illustrators to hear how Mike Lowery, a New-York-Times bestselling Illustrator, has transformed his life via sketchbooks.
Celebrating National Illustration Day, we'll be talking to our featured illustrators about how they navigate the challenges of independent working.
A day providing professional guidance on how to continue your journey successfully as a freelance illustrator.
Watch emerging illustrators share their portfolio websites and hear real-time feedback from industry experts.
Three celebrated visual storytellers take us behind the scenes of their craft.
Award-winning author and illustrator Hari Conner shares their work + answers your questions about comic-making and working with publishers.
Learn how to survive and thrive as a comic artist and creator!
