Day of appearance – Sunday 1st November
Sam Prentice-Jones is an author-illustrator living in Brighton. He graduated from Arts University Bournemouth in 2019 with a BA Hons in Illustration, specializing in digital, graphic, character-based work. Sam likes to create work that celebrates diversity and queer culture and began his career by curating a queer illustration magazine titled POOF Magazine which ran 2019-2021. Since then, Sam has gone on to create work for the worlds of book publishing, web design, advertising and product design as well as being featured in art fairs across the UK. He is the author of the graphic novel series Arcana: The Lost Heirs and Arcana: The Cursed Fate.
Panel Information: Sequential art, sensational stories
There is more than one way to tell a story, and our creative guests have chosen to use graphic novels as their medium. We look at how art adds to the written word to enhance the reader experience and discuss how prose is not the only way to get your message across.
Workshop Information: Create your very own tarot card
Join us for an exciting event celebrating Arcana - the stunning new YA fantasy romance graphic novel series by Sam Prentice-Jones. If you love the magical drama of Lore Olympus and the heartfelt vibes of Heartstopper, this is your next obsession!
Meet Sam, the brilliant author-illustrator behind the new series, as he shares his creative journey, insider tips, and advice for aspiring authors and artists. Explore gorgeous artwork, discover the secrets of building epic worlds, and get inspired to create your own stories. Whether you’re a fan of fantasy, queer romance, or incredible art, this event is your chance to connect, learn, and celebrate something truly magical. In an interactive workshop Sam will guide you through a hands‑on collaging session where you’ll create your very own tarot card!
N.B. Collage materials and inspiration will be provided but we encourage you to bring your own additional supplies!
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