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Cambridgeshire teenage artist becomes a published book illustrator
Overview
A 15-year-old student from Cambridgeshire who previously experienced situational mutism has become a published book illustrator. Bethany drew the attention of author Chip Colquhoun after sketching a portrait of him during a school storytelling session. She has since illustrated his book 'The Bestest Story in the World... Ever!' and is currently working on illustrations for additional projects.
Key points
- Fifteen-year-old Bethany from Cambridgeshire is a published book illustrator.
- Author Chip Colquhoun asked her to illustrate his book after she drew a portrait of him during a school storytelling session.
- Bethany used drawing as a method to help her focus during the session.
- She experienced situational mutism when she was younger and stated that illustrating has significantly improved her confidence.
- Bethany is currently working on illustrations for a third book and another project alongside her schoolwork.