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The Art of Picture Book Collaboration

WRITING 741.3

Learn how picture book writers and illustrators collaborate to breathe life into unforgettable stories that entertain, delight, and teach children.

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What you can learn.

Learn how picture book writers and illustrators work in collaboration with each other
Explore different art styles for picture books
Get insight into how illustrators render words on a page into the pictures that grab children's attention
Understand how to best communicate your story to set illustrators up for success

About this course:

A great picture book isn’t just about the words—it’s about the perfect marriage of text and imagery. What makes a successful collaboration between authors and illustrators? That’s what this course will explore. We’ll dive into different art styles, from realistic to collage, digital to mixed media. We’ll also discuss how illustrators can help bring your vision to life, not just on the page but in marketing too. Whether self-publishing or working with a team, you’ll learn how to communicate your ideas and find the right illustrator for your story.

Spring 2025 Schedule

May 10

Saturday 10:00AM - 1:00PM PT

Future Offering (Opens April 26, 2025 12:00:00 AM)

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Instructor: Aleesha Nash

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Location: UCLA X Open

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Notes

Enrollment opens two weeks prior to the event. Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course is held via video teleconference. As such, instructors use Zoom to offer a live class meeting at the designated time. Students must be present at the course meeting time to participate in the class.

Course Requirements

Internet access required to access course materials.

Schedule

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Date

Time

Location

Online

Sat May 10, 2025

10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT

UCLA X Open