Events, Talks & Live Illustration
Find out more about book launches, author talks, school visits, workshops and live illustration events.
Upcoming Events:
Saturday 21 March: Fullers Bookshop
A joyful, hands-on comic event for kids, families, and local literary lovers.
Meet the artists behind Run Home and Oh Brother at this relaxed, drop-in celebration of comics and storytelling. Expect live character drawing, timelapse videos and real-life reference photos, comic worksheets, giveaways, and plenty of chances to chat, ask questions, and get books signed and stamped.
Designed especially for children, teens, and young comic fans, this event is playful, welcoming, and perfect for curious readers discovering graphic novels for the first time.
Fullers Bookshop: 131 Collins Street, Hobart TAS
Tickets are essential: Book here
Sunday 22 March: Area52
A deeper, more reflective conversation for older teens, artists, and lovers of graphic memoir.
Join the creators of Run Home and Oh Brother for an in-depth discussion about turning real life into comics. This session explores process, memory, visual storytelling, and the emotional and creative decisions behind graphic memoir, with behind-the-scenes visuals and a generous Q&A.
Chaired by Joshua Santospirito, this event will have a relaxed feel, with casual snacks, conversation, and time to hang out afterwards. Book signings and stamps will follow.
Best suited to teens, arts audiences, writers, illustrators, and readers interested in process.
Area52: 88 Elizabeth Street, Hobart TAS
Book me!
I’m an experienced presenter and illustrator with a long history of working with young people, readers, and creative communities.
I regularly present at primary and secondary schools, delivering engaging talks and workshops about storytelling, comics, visual narrative, and the creative process. My sessions are tailored to suit different ages and abilities, and combine drawing, discussion, and hands-on activities.
I’ve appeared on festival and library panels, hosted graphic storytelling workshops, and spoken in conversation about graphic memoir, turning real life into comics, and using drawing as a tool for reflection and communication.
I’m also available for live illustration at events and weddings, creating expressive, reportage-style drawings that capture the energy of the room in real time.
I’m available for a range of events, from intimate conversations to large group workshops.
To book a workshop, school visit, panel appearance, or live illustration event, please email alyssa@alyssabermudezart.com
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May 2023 - Graphical Storytimes Event at Simple Cider, TAS
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April 2023 - Comic Workshop for Children at MAC
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October 2021 - Hobart Writers TasWriters Festival, Details Here.
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June 2021 - Exhibited Work in Nolan Gallery & School of Art’s “Art Nu” Hobart, TAS - Link to work here.
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