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Anna Walker on creating a character

Visit Anna’s Melbourne studio and discover how she made the illustrations for her book Let’s play house.

25 Oct 2010 Duration: 3:30

Sally Rippin on Chinese brush painting

Discover how the art of ancient Chinese ink painting influences illustrator Sally Rippin.

25 Oct 2010 Duration: 3:24

Alison Lester on techniques

Take a road trip with Alison Lester, author and illustrator of the children’s book favourite, Are we there yet?

11 Oct 2010 Duration: 3:31

Sonya Hartnett on the importance of place

Take a trip down Melbourne’s suburban streets with author Sonya Hartnett and discover the importance of place in her life and writing.

7 Jul 2010 Duration: 42:28

Ned Kelly’s armour

Step inside the iconic suit of armour worn by Ned Kelly on the day he was arrested at Glenrowan.

26 Nov 2004 Duration: 6:01

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