Year 4 pupils have been exploring the playful, energetic illustration style of Quentin Blake — the legendary artist behind many of Roald Dahl’s stories. We looked closely at how Blake uses expressive line work, dynamic movement, and playful ink sketches to bring characters to life.
After studying his techniques, the children experimented with:
🖋 Loose, flowing pen lines
🧠Building character through posture and expression
🎨 Light watercolour washes for colour
The result? Beautiful, character-filled sketches bursting with personality! 💛
“A drawing is simply a line going for a walk.” – Paul Klee