Serious about improving your craft? SCBWI's events provide opportunities for professional growth and help you connect with a supportive, creative community.
Ready to hone your character design and visual storytelling and get a feel for what it’s like to work with an art director? Join us for an illustrator's intensive with Katie Fitch, Scholastic Art Director. Based on Katie’s assignment, you will develop initial sketches for her review, then apply her feedback to prepare your final full-color pieces to share during the Zoom Intensive on Saturday, November 9. *Registration Deadline: August 11.*
The SCBWI Winter Conference has been a springboard for countless publishing careers, offering a unique opportunity to meet top industry professionals, network with fellow creatives, and sharpen your skills as a children’s book writer or illustrator. This year’s event features must-attend keynotes from Newbery Medal-winning author Meg Medina, Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator Sophie Blackall, and Caldecott Honor-winning author/illustrator Peter Brown. Whether you’re an established children’s book author, a talented illustrator, or an aspiring creative with big dreams, the SCBWI Winter Conference in New York City has something for everyone. Attendees will benefit from comprehensive marketing sessions, expert advice on achieving a lasting career, and the chance to connect with career-launching editors and art directors. Conference highlights include: industry panels featuring publishing insiders, one-on-one manuscript and portfolio critiques, the popular Portfolio Showcase for illustrators, and two brand new programs that give participants unprecedented access to the children’s publishing industry! Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to hone your craft, gain valuable connections, and take the next step in your children’s publishing journey. See below for more information.