Visit from Anorak magazine

On Wednesday, Cathy Olmedillas (the owner & editor of Anorak magazine) came in to have a talk with us. This was really interesting, and she raised some very interesting and thought provoking points about trying to publish an alternative in a saturated market. Cathy also had some interesting ideas about how intelligent and perceptive children can be, the artistic necessity of breaking down stereotypes and idea boundaries, and what a positive effect this can have on young minds.

I don't make work that is aimed at children, but if I do in future  I think Cathy's talk has given me some pointers to bare in mind:

- Don't underestimate the intelligence of the young. Metaphysical notions such as friendship, morality and happiness are not beyond children. Don't be patronising. Children's intellects need to be lifted up, not held down.

- Pictures can communicate just as clearly and profoundly as words. In fact, for children, maybe even more so?

She also brought some great pictures (always yum)