Children’s Illustrator Nick Sharratt Invites You to Drawalong!
Posted on Mar 31, 2025Much-loved children’s writer and illustrator Nick Sharratt will be here in person at Number 8 on Wednesday 16 April, 2.00pm for Nick Sharratt’s Picture Book Drawalong, a family-friendly, fun-filled drawalong for all ages.
Nick will 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. He’s even been awarded a gold Blue Peter badge!
Audiences are invited to bring pencils, paper, and something to lean on and expect plenty of chances to join in. The show is perfect for everyone aged 4 years and above. Tickets priced at £12 for adults and £10 for children are on sale now from our Box Office on 01386 555488 or can be booked online here