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David Miller on paper sculpture

Watch as David Miller creates the 3D paper sculptures that feature in his books.

26 Oct 2010 Duration: 3:54

Jane Tanner on creating pictures

Make a cuppa and sip on the pictorial delights of Jane Tanner’s endearing children’s book Love from Grandma.

26 Oct 2010 Duration: 3:54

Ann James on illustrating emotion

Ann James reveals the art to awakening emotions in young readers through illustration.

25 Oct 2010 Duration: 3:25

Anna Walker on creating a character

Visit Anna’s Melbourne studio and discover how she made the illustrations for her book Let’s play house.

25 Oct 2010 Duration: 3:30

Sally Rippin on Chinese brush painting

Discover how the art of ancient Chinese ink painting influences illustrator Sally Rippin.

25 Oct 2010 Duration: 3:24

Sonya Hartnett on the importance of place

Take a trip down Melbourne’s suburban streets with author Sonya Hartnett and discover the importance of place in her life and writing.

7 Jul 2010 Duration: 42:28

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