Story Sparks Workshops Coming to Auckland/ Tāmaki Makaurau.
As part of the Storylines Auckland/ Tāmaki Makaurau Story Tour, Storylines is delighted to present a day of creativity, imagination and inspiration with our Story Sparks – Kids Workshops.
Designed for tamariki and rangatahi in Years 4–8, these hands-on workshops give young writers and illustrators the opportunity to learn directly from some of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading authors and illustrators.
✍️ Choose from four creative workshops
Amy Harrop – Writing for Fun!
Writing | Years 4–6
Get your imagination buzzing with fun, creative writing activities designed to spark ideas, explore possibilities and bring stories to life.
Kiri Lightfoot – Assemble the Ensemble
Writing | Years 4–6
Become the casting director of your own story! Create a cast of unique characters, explore their personalities and relationships, and discover how they can come together to spark an exciting narrative.
Pippa Keel-Situ – Behind the Book Cover: From First Sketch to Finished Design
Illustration | Years 4–6
Discover how book covers are created, from early ideas and rough sketches to finished artwork. Then design your own cover for a story you’ve written or a favourite book.
Sonya Wilson – Character Building: Bring Your Characters to Life
Writing | Years 5–8
Explore how to create memorable characters with unique personalities, motivations and quirks, and learn techniques to bring your characters and stories to life.
📅 Workshop details
Book your tickets today and help spark a lifelong love of storytelling and illustration!
Whether your child loves writing stories, drawing characters or discovering new ways to express their creativity, Story Sparks offers an inspiring opportunity to learn from experienced creators in a fun, supportive environment.
