10th October 2005
As part of our student development, the college embarked on a project linked to the Creative Digital Industries, employing people from industry currently working in creative fields where they use digital media as part of what they do.
Lynne Chapman was employed to give seminars to Level 1, 2, 3, and 4 students.
Throughout the whole exercise, Lynne was totally professional, well prepared, organised and completely in tune with what she was required to deliver to the groups in question. The resulting seminars were informative, amusing and engaging, and the students felt at their ease to ask questions. In fact, the whole presentation was a real eye opener for the students and staff alike and we were impressed by the sheer quality and quantity of her portfolio.
Many of the students, who were making career choices, benefited from being able to talk to someone who is clearly talented and working within the design industry. It gave them the opportunity to look at earning potential, as well as the possible pitfalls, in a very honest question & answer situation.
The whole event turned out to be extremely useful, enjoyable and inspirational for the students, and we would have no hesitation in employing Lynne again, should the opportunity arise.
Ann Cocker, Lecturer, National Diploma Graphic Design, Norton College
Joanna Munro (organiser, Beverley Literary Festival) Oct 2007
“A fantastic day. The children enjoyed it very much and the feedback has been incredible. Your workshops were the highlight of the Children's Festival this year.
Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience!”
Helen Campbell (Sure Start Early Years Librarian, Barnsley ) Feb 2008
"It was a really inspiring and fun day. The children and school staff were enthralled (as was I)"
Lisa St.Denis (teacher, Normanton-on-soar Primary School) Nov 2007
"What a great day we had! The workshops were entertaining and interesting, and really provided an insight into the world of illustrating and publishing children's books.The children were totally engaged in the sessions - you had them in the palm of your hand!The children loved watching you draw and were inspired to have a go themselves. Your ability to work with all age groups was a real bonus."
Judy Levenson (teacher, North London Collegiate Junior School ) Oct 2007
“Thank you very, very much for a wonderful day. The girls and staff enjoyed your stories and watching you draw the animal characters. Some of the girls have already written their own stories about ‘Mr Strongmouse'. They have not stopped talking about their exciting day.”
Nabeelah Choudhury, (pupil, North London Collegiate School ) Oct 2007
“Everyone absolutely LOVED your talk and didn't stop talking about it all day. I especially liked your final treat where you showed us your illustration made from pastels.”
October 2007
We have employed Lynne Chapman for a variety of events and workshops for the Off The
Shelf
festival over the past 5 years. Without exception every event has been excellent - well
organised, interesting, fun, educational and well presented.
Lynne's books are beautiful. Her workshops and events for us have been aimed at a wide range of
ages, from stories and puppet making for 3 - 5 year olds, to an illustration workshop for 14
years - adults.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any queries.
Lesley Webster, Community Arts Officer, Sheffield (offtheshelf@sheffield.gov.uk)
