Nick Sharratt looks over his shoulder and smiles with an illustration of a girl holding a pencil on his left shoulder, and a boy with a telescope looking at a shark fin in front.

About Nick Sharratt's All New Picture Book Drawalong

Join much-loved children's writer and illustrator Nick Sharratt in a family-friendly, fun-filled drawalong for all ages.

He’ll be taking a look at some of his favourite books, showing you how to create characters like Tracy Beaker and Timothy Pope, sharing ways to invent your own crazy creatures and giving loads of top tips as you draw along with him.

Nick has illustrated close to 300 books including the much-loved ‘You Choose’, ‘Shark in the Park’ and ‘Pants’ series. He’s worked with authors including Julia Donaldson, Michael Rosen and Kes Gray, and he’s also illustrated lots of Dame Jacqueline Wilson’s phenomenally popular children’s novels. Nick’s been awarded a gold Blue Peter badge too!

Bring pencils, paper and something to lean on and expect plenty of chances to join in.

  • Running time 75 minutes, no interval.
  • Suitable for everyone aged 4 years and above.
  • There will be signed books for sale at the venue.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Credits: photography Jon Parker Lee. Illustrations Nick Sharratt.

Booking info

To book Accessible tickets and free Companion tickets, please visit our Accessible Bookings page. Companion tickets will initially show a standard ticket price, but once your account is set-up and you are logged in, this will be reduced to £0 at checkout.

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