Cuppa and Story Podcast

Sian Bowman
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Enjoy a cuppa here with Illustrator Sian Bowman and chat about stories and all things Illustration. cuppaandstory.substack.com

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  1. Cuppa and Story with Emily Coggins, founder of ‘The Illustration Initiative’

    10/25/2025

    Cuppa and Story with Emily Coggins, founder of ‘The Illustration Initiative’

    Cuppa and Story with Emily Coggins. A great chat for Illustrators thinking about their portfolio and storytelling in their work. It was so interesting to have a cuppa and talk about stories with @the_illustration_initiative founder Emily Coggins. It is so inspiring to hear what Emily has to say about Style, Storytelling and how she approaches working with Illustrators and helping them with their portfolio. Thank you for all the wonderful comments about the chat whilst we were on this ‘Live’  and afterwards, it is so much appreciated. I am learning as I go so feedback is very helpful. Recommendations and references; @the_illustration_initiative I highly recommend subscribing to Emily’s newsletter. Her writing is very insightful of the Illustration Industry. We mentioned; @astoundusagency @illoagency Agent - Amy Milligan is so supportive and inspiring. Artists and books; -Emily gives an example of wonderful storytelling and interplay between words and Illustration ‘Sam and Dave Dig a Hole’ Written by Mac Barnett and Illustrated by Jon Klassen -‘Maybe Tomorrow’ by Charlotte Agel and Ana Ramirez Gonzales; a beautifully written tale of friendship, empathy, and healing. -‘Each Peach Pair Plum’ by Janet and Allan Ahlberg, a great example of a book with hidden details in the pictures to tell the story #cuppaandstory #emilycoggins #story #illustrators #kidlitcommunity #illoagency #creative #artistagent #coach #honestchat #instagramlivestream #live This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cuppaandstory.substack.com

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Enjoy a cuppa here with Illustrator Sian Bowman and chat about stories and all things Illustration. cuppaandstory.substack.com

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