Chance for children to draw their own superhero at Easter holiday workshops

Parents and carers are being are encouraged to bring their littles ones to Shrewsbury’s Darwin Centre during the Easter holidays to draw their own superhero in a series of free workshops.

Led by local caricature artist Chris Ryder from Witty Pics, the workshops will be held in the Workshop Station opposite JD Sports from 11am to 2pm on Wednesday 17, Friday 19, Saturday 20, Wednesday 24, Thursday 25 and Saturday 27 April [2019].

They’re being held as part of the Shrewsbury shopping centres Superhero Spectacular and the Shrewsbury Cartoon Festival.

Kevin Lockwood, Shrewsbury shopping centres manager, manager, said:

“These workshops are a great opportunity to let children’s imaginations run riot and see their creations come to life.

“Chris will take them through the art of caricature creation and help them master their own style to create a superhero they can marvel at.

“The workshops are a great way to link our Superher Spectacular event, and the fantastic Shrewsbury cartoon festival.”

The Superhero Spectacular will run from Tuesday 23 to Thursday 25 April and see a range of free activities to keep wannabe superheroes of all ages entertained during the school holidays.

The event has been timed to celebrate the upcoming launch of the Marvel: Avengers End Game movie, and includes a range of fun events, and a visit from Spider-Man and Iron Man.

Tuesday 23 April – Superhero training school, and meet Spider-Man

Master all your super-skills through our assault course and enjoy our superhero pants challenge, flying lessons and kryptonite disposal masterclasses.

Spider-Man will be on the lower level of Darwin Centre and the top level of Pride Hill at intervals throughout the day, greeting guests and posing for selfies.

Wednesday 24 April – Make a superhero spoon

Get stuck in with our crafty supplies to create a superhero spoon puppet to take home or jump into our puppet theatre to create your own show!

Thursday 25 April – Create a superhero cape, and meet Iron Man

Get creative, designing your very own cape, complete with personalised superhero motif! Then swoosh your way, fighting crime and saving the day.

Iron Man will be on the lower level of Darwin Centre and the top level of Pride Hill at intervals throughout the day, greeting guests and posing for selfies.

For more information go to: www.shrewsbury-shopping.co.uk

Issued on behalf of Shrewsbury shopping centres