Amanda Cooper
Gallery for a Day is a travelling exhibition of the original illustrations and preliminary artwork from Australian picture books. Interactive workshops give the students an understanding of the planning and process involved in creating art for picture books.
Meet the Speaker
Where were you born?
I was born in Melbourne.
What other jobs have you had?
So many!! I’ve been a teacher for 30 years as both a classroom teacher, a Music teacher, an Art teacher and a Librarian. I’ve worked in an art gallery, a bookshop, wrapped Easter eggs and made gas heaters. And that’s just the start!
What themes are recurring in your work?
Books and art are the constants in my work life and at home.
What are you passionate about?
I’m passionate about story. In all forms. But especially the connection that is made in picture books between the written word and the illustrations.
Haven’t I seen you before?
You might have seen me at Books Illustrated helping customers choose books or art work, or at a book launch, or reading books for Storytime.
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