Design Camp for ages 7 to 10: Drawing and Storytelling

In this hands-on workshop, children will learn observational drawing techniques and sketch around the museum to capture details about the building, the objects on display and people.

The workshop begins with a short visit to the Wes Anderson: The Archives exhibition, where children will find inspiration for their stories.

Exploring illustrated zines and books as references, participants will explore how their composition and layout can shape a story or theme, and learn different ways of folding paper to create a concertina book or poster zine. They'll design various layout ideas to produce their own zine with drawings and collages, which they can present to the group.

Learning outcomes:

• Observational drawing techniques

• Fundamentals of zine-making

• Visual storytelling and communication

• Presenting their work

• Technical skills using mixed media on paper

Please note:

• This workshop will include a short visit to the Wes Anderson: The Archives exhibition

• This workshop is suitable for children aged 7–10. All participants must be dropped off and picked up by an adult. You can find additional information in the sections below

• Capacity is limited, we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment

• All equipment, materials and light refreshments will be provided, but participants will need to bring a packed lunch

• All participants must be dropped off and picked up by a parent, carer or responsible adult. A member of our team will greet you on arrival and sign participants in

• We ask all bookers to provide an emergency contact name and number. Please ensure this person is available for the duration of the session

• The workshop content is tailored to a specific age group. Participants outside the advertised age range may find the session less accessible or engaging

• If there’s anything we can do to support your child’s participation, whether around mobility, communication, sensory processing, emotional regulation or anything else, you’re welcome to let us know at checkout. Sharing access needs is entirely optional and helps us prepare the session in the most inclusive way

• This session has capacity for up to 20 participants, led by one or two facilitators, with a typical adult-to-child ratio of 1:10

• If your child receives additional support in their education setting, you are welcome to bring a supporting adult with them at no extra cost. Please note that we are not able to provide one-to-one support ourselves

• If you have any questions or want to discuss specific access requirements, please get in touch with the team at DMAcademy@designmuseum.org

Background image by Lucia Vinti.