Illustration Event

JOIN MY FREE ONLINE EVENT!

Creating Characters for Children's Books in just 4 days

Hi! I'm Josh, I create high-quality, fun illustrations for clients all over the world.

I invite you to the first free online event designed for anyone who wants to truly begin learning character illustration for children, starting from the absolute basics.

19th - 22nd October

🎥 4 free sessions
🎨 Direct support from Josh
👥 Dedicated community group

👉 You’ll learn how to build a child-style character step by step, even if you've never drawn before!

From Zero to Your First illustration in 4 Days!

This event is a must if you want to:

Whether aiming for a career in gaming, animation, or illustration, this event equips you with the tools and techniques to stand out.

If you've ever had a vision for a character but couldn’t translate it into art, these sessions will guide you step-by-step.

Gain a collection of polished character pieces that showcase your creativity and skill to potential clients or employers.

...and the list goes on and on! There are so many reasons why my students come to me, but the main common thing is: they are all passionate and eager to learn the art of creating captivating characters!

There's nothing that brings me more joy than guiding students like you, and that's why I'm incredibly excited to host a free event on the fundamentals of children's books character art, where you’ll get hands-on insights into beginner-friendly techniques that will kickstart your journey in character design.

If you're ready to take a meaningful step towards crafting your own unique characters and expressing your creativity, I’m confident you’ll love this class and gain so much inspiration and value from it!

So, what are you waiting for? Click below to reserve your spot for free. I can’t wait to see you there!

RESERVE MY SEAT

Join a global community of illustrators

This experience isn’t meant to be lived alone.

You’ll join a private WhatsApp group with participants from around the world, all working on their illustrations together.

Learn, share, and grow together

Share your progress, see different interpretations, and feel inspired by other artists at every stage.

Josh will be there too, offering guidance, encouragement, and answers along the way.

Feel part of something bigger

More than a group, this is a shared passion.

A global community of people drawn to the same ancient art, learning, creating, and keeping medieval illumination alive together.

Hey, I am Josh Cleland,

Since 2009 I’ve been creating high-quality, fun illustrations for clients all over the world including Highlights for Children magazine, Storytime magazine, Pinterest, and Wieden & Kennedy.

My whimsical illustrations can be found in picture books, billboards, iOS apps, album covers, websites, my parents’ fridge, posters, newsletters, animations and more.

I really hope you'll take advantage of this free opportunity to dive into the beauty of the creating character art. If you have any questions don't hesitate to send me an email at [email protected] or send me a message on Instagram at @joshcleland

See you there! :)

Josh