Family Workshop - Character Explorers

Join illustrator Emma Melchor to discover the art of character design this summer holiday!

By The Hunterian @ The University of Glasgow

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Location

Hunterian Zoology Museum

Graham Kerr Building University of Glasgow Glasgow G12 8QQ United Kingdom

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours

Have you ever wondered how artists conjure up curious creatures? Inspiration can often be found in real-life examples, and hidden in nature.

Join us in the Hunterian Zoology Museum for a free, creative workshop this summer holiday! Meet illustrator Emma Melchor and discover the art of character design. Explore some of the fascinating and peculiar creatures on display, and then learn how to create your own.

You'll get the chance to enter your finished designs into a competition, and the winning design will be turned into stickers!

No experience necessary. All materials provided.

This workshop will be repeated on 31 July and 8 August 2025.

About the Artist

Emma Melchor is a freelance illustrator, and the creator behind our loveable Buckie character and Art Explorers trail, which can be seen around the Hunterian Art Gallery. Explore more of Emma's work via @emmitagm on Instagram, or visit her website here.

Additional Information

This event is suitable for children aged 8–12 with an accompanying adult.

This event is free, please book to reserve your space.

Organized by

The Hunterian @ The University of Glasgow

At the heart of the University of Glasgow since 1807, The Hunterian connects people with stories, individuals and ideas found in stunning collections of objects, belongings and artworks.

Today The Hunterian is a space for questioning and experimentation, for enjoyment and enrichment, for connection and collaboration and for reflecting on the role museums and individuals can play in furthering equity, justice and diversity in our society. 

We actively work to make The Hunterian a more relevant and meaningful place – for University students and staff, for Glaswegians, for Scots and for our global visitors. 