Talking Points: Laura Carlin
A collection of sources and imagery to explore the work of illustrator Laura Carlin.
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Laura Carlin
Primarily known for her work as an illustrator, Laura Carlin’s ambitious and emotionally resonant work has led to some of the most striking contemporary books for children, including her award-winning illustrations for The Iron Man, The Promise and for her solo project A World of Your Own. – Waterstones
Explore all of the books that Laura Carlin has illustrated here.
Questions to Ask Children
Do you like the illustrations in The King of the Sky? Why?
How do they make you feel?
What colours might you feature in an illustration if the story was about being hopeful? Fearful? Lonely? Happy?
How has Laura’s use of materials and composition helped with the storyline?
This Talking Points Is Used In…
Pathway: Storytelling through drawing
This is featured in the ‘Storytelling Through Drawing’ pathway
using sketchbooks to make visual notes
Find out how pupils can respond to artists work in sketchbooks
Show me what you see
