NM, CCAD, BACH bring free 3-day

kiddie book illustration w’shop

TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol Feb 23 (PIA) –In the National Arts Month, the National Museum of the Philippines in Bohol brings out a free three-day full active workshop on illustrating children’s books.

Organized with the Provincial Government of Bohol through the Center for culture and Arts Development and the Bohol Arts and Cultural Heritage Council the workshop features the mentorship of Felix Mago-Miguel, set on February 20-22.

Anchored on the theme “Ani ng Sining, Bayan ng Malikhain,”the workshop hopes to encourage and spark the creativity opf the children by encouraging them to read books illustrations by creating captivating visuals that bring the stories to life for young readers, according to the NMP in a press statement.

As a renowned artist and book designer, Felix Mago-Miguel and wife Amelia Zubiri, relocated in Bohol with their family some 19 years ago, leaving behind a bustling metropolis which could ably supply their needs.

However, as artists, it could be the simplicity and the vast undisputed natural beauty and the man-made wonders of the province that could be the charm attracting the multi-awarded both locally and internationally acclaimed book artist to pick on the serene over the bustle of the city.

This decision has also allowed them to weave new connections with people who share the same passion for the arts.

Design is a magical realm where imagination takes flight.

In literature, book design is a gateway for readers to connect with the story through the visual and emotional levels. Each stroke of the brush or pencil contributes to the wonder and depth experienced by the readers as they delve into the pages of the book, Miguel said.

In the workshop, Miguel promised he would not just fully and actively facilitate, and he taught artistic techniques and empowered participants to become story tellers themselves, through the craft that impacts in the children’s hearts and minds.

As professional illustrator, he discussed relevance and essentials of storyboarding, basic book structure and format, character development and style.

He is also imparted ethical standards to effectively work with partners in the literary and publishing industry. (PIA Bohol with NMP Bohol)

CHOOSING BOHOL. Nationally renowned children’s books illustrator Felix Mago-Miguel brings to Bohol a free workshop on book illustrations this Feb 20-22, at the NM Bohol. (PIABohol/NM)