MAKING THE INVINCIBLES – An Illustrated Talk
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MAKING THE INVINCIBLES – An Illustrated Talk
at Chew's Yard
Thursday 15th October 7.30pm FREE entry!
If you would like to join us, please book your FREE ticket via Skiddle https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/Chew%27s-Yard/PNE-Making-The-Invincibles/42713433/
How do you turn one of football’s greatest stories into a graphic novel?
Join author Michael Barrett for a fascinating illustrated talk exploring the making of his bestselling graphic novel, Preston North End – The Rise of the Invincibles.
Travel back to the early days of Victorian football and discover the remarkable story of the men who became known as the Invincibles.
Michael will reveal:
Why he wanted to tell their story – and how the idea was born
Who the original Invincibles were and what made them so special
How the historical story was transformed into a graphic novel
The process of creating the artwork and pages, including Michael’s work with legendary Roy of the Rovers artist David Sque
With original illustrations and behind-the-scenes insight into the creation of the book, this is the story of the Invincibles as you’ve never seen it before.
Whether you’re a PNE fan, a football fan, a lover of local history, or simply interested in books, illustration and graphic novels, this promises to be a fantastic event.
Michael will also be available afterwards to discuss his new work, answer questions, and sign copies of the book.
Come and discover how the Invincibles came to life on the page.
FREE entry. Arrive early for food and drinks from our 5 amazing food and drinks traders.
Chew's Yard, 103-111 Market Street West, Preston, PR1 2HB
at Chew's Yard
Thursday 15th October 7.30pm FREE entry!
If you would like to join us, please book your FREE ticket via Skiddle https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/Chew%27s-Yard/PNE-Making-The-Invincibles/42713433/
How do you turn one of football’s greatest stories into a graphic novel?
Join author Michael Barrett for a fascinating illustrated talk exploring the making of his bestselling graphic novel, Preston North End – The Rise of the Invincibles.
Travel back to the early days of Victorian football and discover the remarkable story of the men who became known as the Invincibles.
Michael will reveal:
Why he wanted to tell their story – and how the idea was born
Who the original Invincibles were and what made them so special
How the historical story was transformed into a graphic novel
The process of creating the artwork and pages, including Michael’s work with legendary Roy of the Rovers artist David Sque
With original illustrations and behind-the-scenes insight into the creation of the book, this is the story of the Invincibles as you’ve never seen it before.
Whether you’re a PNE fan, a football fan, a lover of local history, or simply interested in books, illustration and graphic novels, this promises to be a fantastic event.
Michael will also be available afterwards to discuss his new work, answer questions, and sign copies of the book.
Come and discover how the Invincibles came to life on the page.
FREE entry. Arrive early for food and drinks from our 5 amazing food and drinks traders.
Chew's Yard, 103-111 Market Street West, Preston, PR1 2HB
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103-111 Market Street West, PR1 2HB Preston, United Kingdom, 105 Market Street West, Preston, PR1 2, United Kingdom
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