Lambton County Library and Gallery in the Grove hosting youth Book Cover Design Contest

Wyoming, ON – Lambton County Library has teamed up with Gallery in the Grove and the Canadian Society of Children's Authors, Illustrators, and Performers (CANSCAIP) to host a book cover design contest for youth, asking them to design a front cover for their favourite books.

The library’s contest will complement Gallery in the Grove’s exhibit, CANSCAIP in the Grove: The Art of Picturebooks, which runs from September 9 to October 28, 2023.

The Book Cover Design Contest is open to youth aged 5 – 12 and entries will be judged based on their originality and artistic value in two age categories. Original artworks can be submitted in person at any library from July 3 to September 2, 2023.

“The Book Cover Design Contest is a great way for kids to use their imaginations and artistic skills to create a book cover that captures attention and curiosity,” said Vanitia Campbell, Public Services Coordinator ­– Youth Programs and Outreach.

Winners from each age category will receive an Art Kit worth $50 and have their designs displayed alongside the works of the CANSCAIP artists at Gallery in the Grove. Additionally, two runners-up from each age group will be awarded book prizes featuring selected works by CANSCAIP artists. All submitted designs will be displayed at the Sarnia Library from September 22 to October 22, 2023.

Winners will be announced on September 9, 2023. Artworks will be returned to participants following the Sarnia Library exhibition.

Youth can experiment with new creative techniques through local artist-led workshops and activities at Lambton County Library over the summer months. All sessions are free to attend.

• Printmaking Workshop with Susan Perry
  Friday, July 14 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Corunna Library
  During this session, attendees will experiment with two print-making methods: collagraph printing with paper and cardboard, and block printing using styrofoam blocks.

• Painting Workshop with Jill Joseph
  Saturday, July 15 – 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Sarnia Library
  Learn acrylic painting techniques with artist Jill Joseph.
• Watercolour Workshop with Michele Miller
  Saturday, July 22 – 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at Forest Library
  This beginner-friendly workshop allows participants to discover the art of watercolour painting.

• The Art of Book Illustration Workshop with Daisy Fresh
  August 15, 22, and 29 – 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Florence Library
  Learn a variety of art techniques and discuss the process of book illustration. The same topics will be covered at each workshop date, attendees can select the date that suits them best.

The deadline for book cover design submissions is Saturday, September 2, 2023. Visit www.lclibrary.ca for full contest details.

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Please contact:

Vanitia Campbell
Public Services Coordinator, Youth Programs and Outreach
County of Lambton
519-845-0801 ext. 5237
Email Vanitia Campbell