Centre for the Book invites applications from black artists and illustrators for Illustrators' programme

This fulltime, four-month programme takes place at the Centre for the Book, Cape Town from 1 August 2007 until 30 November 2007.

It brings practicing black artists and illustrators who are interested in picture book illustration together with publishers, established illustrators and experts on children's literature to work on the production of commercially publishable children's books for the 0-6 age group.

Participants will be offered a monthly grant for the duration of the course.

By the end of the Programme you will have a book showcasing your work ready for a publishing deal.

CONTACT: Nokwethu Khojane * 021 423 2669 * E-mail: illustrators.SA@gmail.com

INTERESTED? you need to

* fill in the application form

* write a letter of motivation

* submit a select portfolio

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 20 JUNE 2007