Jaywick Martello Tower: Character Design Workshop
Come along for this free workshop in character design.
Join artist Emma Thomas to learn about shape language and use storytelling to design your character with purpose and bring them to life using basic expressions.
Suitable for ages 10 to 15-years-old. No experience needed and all materials provided.
Free workshop but booking necessary.
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