The INITIATIVE
No events would be complete with what is now known as cosplay where people are very serious about their fun. Costumes are made worn and shown by adults and children alike. This really is always one of the most enjoyable aspects of any comic convention. that will be enjoyed by any visitor, and for the cosplay attending there will be some brilliant backdrops across the location for amazing photographs.
For years, it has been a misconception that comic books cannot help children improve reading skills. Because comics are mostly pictures and graphics, people think that it doesn’t equate to reading at all. However, recent studies show that there are benefits in reading comic books and graphic novels.
Comic books are simplified versions of narratives, which mean that this could provide solution to a child’s reluctance to reading books. Today, children have short attention span that it is best to incorporate varied teaching approaches to facilitate learning. One varied approach is to include comics in education.
This really will be one of the most talked about projects and everyone has a chance to get involved, as everyone has an opinion and a favourite character so this will give any potential sponsorship organisation an ideal medium and format to be at the cutting edge of the ultimate in coolness, and will promote comic as a art form.
There have already been two highly successful workshops, the first being in Tetbury Goods Shed Art Centre and the second in Cheltenham Library, and were extremely popular events as both the morning and afternoon sessions were fully booked. Everyone had a fantastic time and it was a real community event for every age from primary school children to retired people. Everyone created their own comic page, some took them home to finish and some left them behind for an exhibition. Throughout the summer there will be more workshops in the local libraries, throughout the Cotswolds and even in some specialised Bookshops.
At a glance: The Initiative
• Free workshops for schools Libraries and selected bookshops;
• Reviews on graphic novel and comics;
• Production of graphic novel;
• The graphic novel comic book awards;
• Comic Convention;
• Project work with other countries.
• Cosplay;
• To help with literacy;
Thanks must go to Rebecca, Tom and all the library staff and of course proud lion for donating prizes for the event. There will be regular workshops in selected libraries coming soon.
And also in leading bookshops, the first one being Waterstones in Gloucester, again thanks to Katherine. Dates to be confirmed for the Easter and summertime
The comic book workshop that was due take place on April 2nd has been rescheduled for May 21st the times and format are exactly the same. More information to follow.
The first of the Cotswolds Comic Book Art Workshops, will take place on April 2nd , 2017 at the newly opened Tetbury Good Shed arts centre. This was opened at Christmas by Tetbury’s own Royal Resident HRH the Prince of Wales, who is also patron of the Goods Shed Art project.
There will be two workshops on 2nd April. The first one in the morning from 10:00am – 12:00 noon is primarily for children, and after lunch from 2:00pm – 4:00pm will be for the older enthusiasts. The workshop is entirely free however it is suggested that participants donate £3.00 to the Goods Shed renovation project. Pencils and paper will be provided. Along with a few prizes!
At the time of writing there is discussions about a major competition, more on that in the next news update.
New for 2017 is the first of comic book workshops for the Cotswolds. These workshops are aimed at everyone whatever the age who has an interest in comics and graphic novels. No experience is necessary or you need is enthusiasm curiosity seriousness and playfulness in equal measures. So whether you’re Dennis the Menace Superman Spiderman Batman, avengers or wonder woman there will be something for you at these workshops
Happy New Year to everyone.
And later on will be proud to present the new projects 2017.
Which will include the Experience Tetbury and Experience Cotswolds projects.
Also new for 2017 will be Modern Mythology, a modern anthology of comic book stories
Kevin.
