Sad to say, the exhibition of my work at the Barbican Library is now finished. If anyone wants a further opportunity to see the prints they will be on display in the foyer of United House, North Road London N7 9DP from Monday 2 December onwards.
My workshop yesterday at the Barbican Children’s Library (and here’s me thinking not many people would turn up). A really great feel to the afternoon with children and parents being very engaged and doing some great work. One mum produced an amazing pop-up crocodile (see picture).
There’s still time to see the my exhibition at the Barbican library which is on until 27 November.
I’ll be there on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday and I’ll also be doing a workshop for families on Saturday 23 Nov, 1.30 – 3.30 pm in the children’s library.
You are invited to an exhibition of my work at the Barbican Library foyer
1 November – 27 November 2013
PRIVATE VIEW
Wed 6 November, 6.15 – 8.30 pm
Look forward to seeing you there!
– refreshments provided –
Opening Hours for the exhibition are:
Mon & Wed – 09.30-17.30 ,
Tues & Thurs – 09.30 – 19.30
Fri – 09.30 – 14.00,
Sat – 09.30 – 16.00
Sun – Closed
Chaulden Infants School bookworms learn eye-popping techniques from children’s author
Published on the 04 October 2013 11:04
Little bookworms at Chaulden Infants and Nursery School have been treated to a visit from a children’s pop-up book author.
John O’Leary, who has masterminded kids’ titles such as Pirate Treasure Hunt and Detective Paws, visited the school during Book Week.
During the visit, he worked with all the pupils in small workshops, showing them techniques and helping them to design and construct their own books. School spokesman Julie James said: “John is an expert at paper engineering and in his books he creates amazing and surprising pop-ups.
“The children used words such as ‘ wow’, ‘amazing’ and ‘brilliant’ when they realised the pop up effects they had created themselves under his direction.
“The buzz of excitement from the children continued throughout the day and was enjoyed by all.”
Author John also illustrated a picture of a snake and monkey for the school’s main hall wall to mark his visit.
First visit of the school year spent with the fabulous children of Chaulden Infants in Hemel Hempstead. The giant pop-up was created by the two Reception classes.
Pictures from the workshop at 3 Corners Centre over the weekend. I was very pleased to see a good range of ages and abilities – one woman who brought her child ended up doing the amazing construction below.
Some of the work produced will be on show in Bookends at 66 Exmouth Market until the end of July as part of Islington Exhibits.
Saturday 20 July 11am-3pm
at 3Corners Centre, Northampton Road, EC1R 0HU
Email events@therowanartsproject.com or call 07975 758 756 to book a place
Come and create your very own pop-up book – all materials and instructions will be provided. The workshop will explore themes of family traditions and the finished books will be exhibited at Bookends, 66 Exmouth Market from 22 July. After the book-making session, the group will be going to the Whitecross Street Party to join in the festivities
If you’d like to join us for the full-day session, which will cover more advanced techniques, please book in advance. Anyone who would like to join us for part of the day is welcome to drop in at any time.
Suitable for children (6+) and adults (children under 10 must be accompanied by a carer)
John O'Leary 