In this episode, the guild recaps their experiences at the 2024 Bologna Children’s Book Fair. Hear about topics such as:
The Illustrator’s Wall and what it was like to put our work up
Meeting others in person!
Unexpected encounters and networking opportunities
Attending Masterclasses versus waiting in line for Portfolio Reviews
Being strategic and targeted compared to previous years
Balancing our visits to the fair with other activities such as food tours or exploring Florence
We hope to see you at our next illoguild live!
Mark your calendars for June 17 - 4 PM EDT / 9 PM GMT / 4AM MYT / 6 AM AEST. We’ll share about networking and how we make connections with illustrators, publishers, and others in the industry.
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This video is part of the illoguild Live Series.
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