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Sketch to Storybook

A Beginner's Guide to Children's Book Illustration
2025-07-19 13:00:00 2025-07-19 15:00:00 America/Denver Sketch to Storybook Adults & Teens ages 16+. Whether you're an aspiring author or artist, this class is your launchpad into the world of children's book illustration. Parker - Event Hall A - Parker

Saturday, July 19
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-19 13:00:00 2025-07-19 15:00:00 America/Denver Sketch to Storybook Adults & Teens ages 16+. Whether you're an aspiring author or artist, this class is your launchpad into the world of children's book illustration. Parker - Event Hall A - Parker

Parker

Event Hall A - Parker

Adults & Teens ages 16+. Whether you're an aspiring author or artist, this class is your launchpad into the world of children's book illustration.

Taught by published illustrator and industry veteran, Kateri Kramer, you'll explore the basics of KidLit art—from character concepts and scene creation to storyboarding and composition.

Through creative exercises and guided activities, you'll begin to develop your own illustration style and learn how to visually bring a story to life. No prior art experience needed—just a sketchbook, your favorite drawing tools, and a willingness to explore!

What You’ll Learn:

  • Brainstorming, sketching & loosening up
  • Basics of character and scene development
  • Storyboarding, thumbnails & composition

Be sure to bring: Pencil/eraser, sketchbook, and your media of choice (markers, watercolor, etc.).

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Authors & Writing |

Parker
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Phone: 303-791-7323
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About the branch

This library is home to The Recording Studio, where customers can use state-of-the-art software and equipment to create videos, musical compositions, animations, e-books and more. The library also features the Plants & Pollinators play space.

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Kids Corner - Parker
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Mon, Aug 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
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Mon, Aug 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
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Mon, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kids Corner - Parker
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Tue, Aug 26, 8:00am - 11:00am
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Baby Storytime
Tue, Aug 26, 9:00am - 9:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
Toddler Storytime
Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
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Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
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Kids Corner - Parker
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Thu, Aug 28, 9:00am - 9:30am
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Ideal for ages 0-2. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
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Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
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Ideal for ages 0-5. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
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Fri, Aug 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Kids Corner - Parker
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Ideal for toddlers. Thank you for helping keep Storytime allergen-free.
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