Making Graphic Novels! with Vivian Truong
Children's event

- Date: Wed 19/Feb/25
- Time: 14:00 - 15:00
- Venue: Catford Library
- Cost: Free
- Booking: See Description for Booking Info
- Sponsor: This event is presented by Lewisham Libraries and Spread the Word as part of Deptford Literature Festival 2025
Description:
Event DetailsLearn how to create comics and your very own graphic novel with artist Vivian Truong. For ages 12-18.
From a blank script to a fully illustrated book, young creators can learn tips and techniques on how to create comics and how to turn them into a book. The workshop is taught by professional comic artist Vivian Truong with several years of experience within the comic industry.
Please follow the link to book your free place https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/making-graphic-novels-with-vivian-truong-at-catford-library-tickets-1145456775049
This one-hour workshop teaches young creators on how to get started in making comics. It’ll cover the basics of creating a comic and how they can turn it into a book. After learning the techniques on how to get started, participants will have a chance to practice making their own, guided by experienced artist Vivian Truong. This workshop will teach fundamental skills that young creatives can carry with them to help inspire them to create stories and explore their imaginations. For ages 12-18.
Additional information
Please note: parents, guardians or carers must remain in the library with their young attendee/s during this event.
About the Artist
Vivian Truong is the London-based artist behind the award-winning series, City of Dragons; Cooking with Monsters; I Am Fun Size and So Are You!; and the upcoming cookbook Buddha Jumps Over the Wall. Over her career she has collaborated with the BBC, Beano, and Riot Games. She is currently the UK’s official World Book Day illustrator. Instagram: @superrisu
Access information:
All of our in-person events Friday-Sunday, including this one, will offer BSL Interpretation for audiences that require it. For workshops, you will be asked when booking your free ticket if you require the services of a BSL interpreter. For all workshops where one or more attendees require BSL interpretation, we will arrange for an interpreter to be there.
This event is wheelchair accessible, with accessible toilets.
Deptford Lounge has Changing Place facilities, an induction loop and assistance dogs are welcome. For more information: deptfordlounge.org.uk/access
A quiet space is available during the day at Deptford Lounge, in the Music Room, on the first floor.
If you require additional access provision in order to attend or take part in the Festival, for example, larger print handouts at workshops, or a scribe, please get in touch before the Festival day at: [email protected]
If you require assistance on the Festival day itself, Sat 29 March, please come to the Festival Hub in the foyer of Deptford Lounge where we will be happy to help you.
Please follow the link to book your free place https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/making-graphic-novels-with-vivian-truong-at-catford-library-tickets-1145456775049