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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 12h

OCTOBER WORKSHOPS FOR AGES 8 - 14 MYTHICAL MANGA 26/10/26 2-3:30pm Willingdon Trees Community Centre MAGICAL MANGA 28/10/26 11am-12:30pm Conqueror Hall TERRIFYING TSUKUMOGAMI 30/10/26 2-3:30pm Willingdon Memorial Hall For info/to book: www.phoenix-gray.com/workshops #Eastbourne #EastSussex

CARTOON AND COMIC WORKSHOPS FOR AGES 8 – 14

Join me for a fun and unique series of workshops that encourage kids to explore their creativity through drawing.

MYTHICAL MANGA
Monday 26th October
2pm – 3:30pm
Willingdon Trees Community Centre

MAGICAL MANGA
Wednesday 28th October
11am – 12:30pm
Conqueror Hall

TERRIFYING TSUKUMOGAMI
Friday 30th October
2pm – 3:30pm
Willingdon Memorial Hall

Places on all workshops are limited, so advance online booking is essential. For more information and to book, please visit www.phoenix-gray.com/workshops

For all workshop enquiries, please email vanessa-gray@outlook.com

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#Eastbourne
#EastSussex
#workshopsforkids
#Comics
#spookyseason

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

To the all businesses, cafes and shops that have accepted my October Workshop posters, Thank you! It really does make a difference when a business is open to supporting art activities in their local community. Want to help to promote my workshops in the #Eastbourne area? Please get in touch.

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Emily Hare @emilyhare.com · 30/09/2026

'Let Sleeping Dragons Lie' - 2019 watercolour on board. Still available if you're interested (contact me if you are). #dragon #dragons #dragonhoard #snuggleofdragons #reddragon

a cosy pile of red dragons lying on top of their hoard of gold.

photo of my old desk with the painting of the dragons on it and various paints and brushes lying around.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

A handy little video I made showing you how to join my artist mailing list! You can easily miss posts on social media (thank you algorithm!), so I think it's worth my while having a newsletter so I can keep you up to date on my art journey. My next newsletter goes out on Thursday! #supportartists

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

MYTHICAL MANGA IS BACK in Eastbourne!! 🐲 SAME FANTASTIC WORKSHOP, DIFFERENT VENUE! Tickets Drop on Thursday 1st October (9am) ***Reminder link in bio ⬆️*** Want to know more? Follow the link in bio or get in touch! #Eastbourne #Autumn #October #Spooky #Halloween

A cartoon image of a red Eastern-style dragon.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

MAGICAL MANGA RETURNS! 🧙‍♀️ SAME INSPIRING WORKSHOP, DIFFERENT VENUE! Tickets Drop on Thursday 1st October (9am) *Reminder link in bio ⬆️*Want to know more? Follow the link in bio or get in touch! #Eastbourne #October #Spooky #Halloween Promotional image by me & @randomness_imagines (insta account)

A cartoon image of a floating spell book and quill, with stars and magical effects surrounding the objects.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

BRAND NEW WORKSHOP!! 👀 TERRIFYING TSUKUMOGAMI Tickets Drop on Thursday 1st October (9am) ***Reminder link in bio ⬆️*** Want to know more? Follow the link in bio or get in touch! #Eastbourne #October #Spooky #Halloween Promotional Image by me & @randomness_imagines (insta account)

Two kara kasa, umbrella yokai, hopping about with five blue fire orbs floating around them

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Something spooky this way comes to Eastbourne... 👀 Keep your eyes peeled for exciting announcements coming soon! 👻 #Workshops #ArtWorkshops #ActivitiesForKids #Cartoons #Eastbourne

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Abz-J-Harding ☾ @abzjharding.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The lighthouse in the sky~

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InQ! London's Queer Comic Fair @inqcomicfair.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🦋 SATURDAY 26/09 SQUAD for inQ! 2026 DAY 1! 🏳️‍🌈 📍 Where: The London LGBTQ+ Community Centre, 60-62 Hopton Street, Blackfriars, London, SE1 9JH ⏰ What time? 10:30am - 5:30pm ✏️ Who's it for? Everyone. inQ! is family-friendly and all are welcome! 🚀 Tickets: FREE! Check the 🧵 for the full list!

Image description: on a light pink background there are four rows of icons, one for each artist exhibiting at inQ! on Saturday 26th of September. You can find the list of the names and @ on the thread of this post. Text reads: inQ! Saturday 26 Sept exhibitors and guests. London's queer comic fair, Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th of September. London LGBTQ+ community centre.

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cartoonmuseum.bsky.social @cartoonmuseum.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

We're thrilled to announce that on the 15th of October we'll be hosting 'LD Comics x Cartoon Museum: meeting creators and each other'. More info and tickets: shop.beyonk.com/1wz1m3el/experience…

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I'm delighted to be back at @cartoonmuseum.bsky.social in London to lead Mythical Manga this October Half-Term. 🗓 Thursday 29th October 🕚 11am - 12:30pm 📍The Cartoon Museum 🙋‍♀️ ages 8 - 14 🎟 £15 per child (plus small booking fee) To book online, please visit: www.cartoonmuseum.org/whats-on-eve...

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Emily Hare @emilyhare.com · 07/09/2026

Meet the gang. Found this lot hanging out next to my largest mangelwurzel! All seven of them will be available to adopt on the 8th of September. Newsletter subscribers get 24hr access before the public. Sign up here: buff.ly/177g8YI #monsters #artdrop #sculpture #cottagecore #goblincore

a photo showing a collection of colourful monster sculptures all collected around a large root vegetable called a mangelwurzel.

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Ness @berryeater.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

there are people who love you, lock in

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Bison @bisonrimant.fr · 07/09/2026

Carrousel time 🎠 [ld 1 to 6: Pictures of a wood carved dragon on a black background. Wings wide open pointing toward the sky. It's posture suggest it is walking. It carries its head high. It has four big horns, 1 small, a ridge looking like a crown. Eyes are painted, black, orange, white.]

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Summer was a very exciting and busy time with running my workshops. Thank you again for your interest and support. I am going to use September as a time to rest and recharge, then I'll be taking the next steps to plan some exciting events for October. So watch this space!

A photo of me next to a sign advertising the Fairy Tale exhibition at The British Library.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome everyone to the free, drop-in cartoon and comic drawing session at GATHER in The Beacon. It was fantastic seeing everyone express themselves. Thank you for supporting me and @cartoonmuseum.bsky.social at my pop-up shop too. It helps to support what we do. #Community

People happy and drawing at a free, drop-in comic and cartoon event.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

I'm going to be at GATHER in The Beacon Shopping Centre in Eastbourne on Sunday 23rd August and Monday 24th August 2026, from 10am - 4pm. This will be your chance to: Say hello and chat Buy art gifts Take part in free drawing activities Hope to see you there! #Eastbourne #Artist #FamilyFriendly

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Important Update: Cancellation of Dogs in Cartoons I have made the difficult decision to cancel Dogs in Cartoons (21/08/26). Unfortunately, I did not receive enough bookings to deliver this workshop as intended. Thank you for your support and understanding. For enquiries: vanessa-gray@outlook.com

A cartoon image of a dog wagging it's tail in a back garden

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

It's such a relief to have some rain today. 😌 🙌 🌧

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Simkaye 🌈 @simkaye.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

the slop of it all has me celebrating analogue in a lot of different ways lately, including art ✍️

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

During my next workshop, I'll have a mini pop up gift shop, selling a select number of themed items direct from @cartoonmuseum.bsky.social! I will share my next artist spotlight posts over on FB and Instagram. In the meantime, view the fun and cool art gifts that will be available to buy! #Dogs

Magnets, badges, plush key ring of Gromir and a comic called Super Dogs.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

🐶 Dogs in Cartoons Workshop 🗓 21/08/26 🕑 2 - 3:30pm 📍 Willingdon Memorial Hall 🙋‍♀️ Ages 8 - 14 🎟 £15 per child (plus booking fee) 🎨 All materials are provided ✨️ All abilities welcome For info/to book, please visit: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dogs-in-ca... #ArtWorkshop #Eastbourne #Dogs #Cartoons

An image of a cartoon dog wagging it's tail, and text that reads" "Summer Workshops, Dogs in Cartoons".

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

It was an absolute pleasure to lead today's workshop. Many solid ideas were explored through fun and wacky character designs. Thank you so much for your amazing focus and dedication, especially as we are all experiencing our 5th heatwave. #Eastbourne #EastSussex #Willingdon #CatsinCartoons

An activity sheet with a drawing of a cat, and written description about the character.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

A lovely little reminder that Cats in Cartoons is running tomorrow, from 2pm to 3.30pm at #Willingdon Memorial Hall, #Eastbourne. Spaces are limited, so advance booking is essential. For workshop details and to book your child's place, please visit eventbrite. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cats-in-ca...

A photo of people drawing and following a demonstration at the Cats in Cartoons workshop last year at The Cartoon Museum.

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Emily Hare @emilyhare.com · 12/08/2026

Terrence is quite a bouncy character and would thrive in a household of energetic humans. He will no longer be available to adopt after the 18th August. Adopt here: buff.ly/LCmggXe #originalart #monster #monsterart #cutemonster

a dark blue dappled monster with a pale blue tummy. He's sitting facing us and he's very chubby and he has one horn on the top of his head and orange eyes and a sweet smile with one tooth showing.

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Darrell Wakelam @darrellwakelam.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

. . . I know folks like to see things like this, check out this little six-year-old girl's Dinosaur. She was determined to do one just like my example (top in photo) She had a bit of help cutting from grandad, but the rest is just her. 🙂 Six 😮 www.darrellwakelam.com #edusky #UKEd #sculpture

A little girl painting her version of my Triceratops model using almost identical colours.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Enjoyed watching the effects of the light filtering through the trees and the shadows onto the house. #solareclipse #partialsolareclipse

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Did you know #CatsinCartoons originally started at the @cartoonmuseum.bsky.social? Last year, I had the pleasure of being invited to deliver a cat themed drawing workshop during Relaxed Mondays. Thank you so much Farrah F.T for your glowing review! #AutismFriendly #ArtWorkshop

A review that reads: “I had the pleasure of working together with the talented Vanessa, in assisting her wonderful, Relaxed Mondays Cats in Cartoons workshop in the Cartoon Museum, as a fellow volunteer. She displayed passionate skills and creativity in hosting and tutoring families and children - re-introducing them to older characters, such as Bagpuss and teaching them the different ways of cartooning cats. She had been very well organized in both morning and afternoon session, finishing them as scheduled. But most of all, she captured all of our attentions with her lessons, from beginning to end. Everyone left with smiles and laughter that day! It was such a pleasure to work with her and always looking forward to her next events.”

Farrah F.T, Volunteer at The Cartoon Museum, May 2025

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Next week, the family-friendly Dogs in Cartoons drawing workshop will be coming to the picturesque village of Willingdon (Eastbourne) for the very first time! To book, please visit: www.phoenix-gray.com/workshops #Eastbourne | #EastSussex | #Willingdon | #ActivitiesForKids | #ArtWorkshop

A poster advertising the Dogs in Cartoons workshop (21st August 2026) in Willingdon, Eastbourne, for ages 8 - 14

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Tracy Yardley! @NYCC Artist Alley A-07 @yardleyart.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Price drop on the large Cybernik piece. It was fun to draw but seemingly a miscalculation on time spent.

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Catsuka @catsuka.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

RIP Katsushi Murakami (1942-2026). A legendary designer for many tokusatsu & anime series (Gavan, Bioman, Giraya Ninja, Ulysse 31, Space Adventure Cobra, Gatchaman...), and toys. x.com/Alien_anvil/...

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Twonks @twonks.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Monsters

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Karen Carpenter’s Halloween @kellylink.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

My standard reply to all ai book scammers that I am a practicing witch and placing a curse on them unless they cease their wicked ways. Highly recommend this strategy to other writers & publishing folk. Twice now I've had scammers email back to ask me to lift the curse.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Family-friendly holiday fun for kids aged 8 - 14! Please view woorkshop details and booking information via the eventbrite link: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cats-in-ca... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #Cats #CatsinCartoons #Eastbourne #EastSussex #Willingdon #ArtWorkshop #ActivitiesForKids

An image of a cartoon cat looking content at a ball of wool.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

This #InternationalCatDay, enter the cartoon world of Anthony Smith! My Cats in Cartoons workshop is the purrfect opportunity to grab a copy of Smith's Learn to Speak Cat: Fake Mews and his comical cat coaster! Image credit: Anthony Smith / @cartoonmuseum.bsky.social #cats #catsincartoons #cat

A copy of Learn to Speak Cat by Cartoonist Anthony Smith.

A cat themed coaster design by Cartoonist Anthony Smith.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Happy #InternationalCatDay! I will be selling magnets by Illustrator Allison Cole at my Cats in Cartoons workshop next week. A reminder that all the merchandise available to purchase at my Cats in Cartoons workshop is in support of @cartoonmuseum.bsky.social #WorldCatDay #cats #catsincartoons

A photo of three cat designs on magnets by Illustrator Allison Cole.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Happy #InternationalCatDay everyone! Time to showcase another creation, this time a zine titled A Day in Meow Life by Lana Lê / Wooly Pear. Copies of Lana Lê's zine will be available to buy at my Cats in Cartoons workshop this Friday! Image credit: Lana Lê / The Cartoon Museum #cats #cat #zine

The front cover to Lana Lê's zine, A Day in Meow Life

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

My second shout out celebrating #InternationalCatDay is dedicated to Aoki Leigh Saddler! For those attending Cats in Cartoons next week, there will be an opportunity to buy Aoki's comic Anastasia. Lovely hair clips of Mr Tibbles will also be available to purchase! #catsincartoons

A photo of a comic titled Anastasia, and two hair clips in the shape of a cartoon cat

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

It's #InternationalCatDay Spotlight on @hollytburrows.bsky.social! Burrows is an Illustrator, Designer, Creative Event Producer, Workshop Facilitator & Retail Manager at @cartoonmuseum.bsky.social Families attending Cats in Cartoons will have the chance to buy her merch! #WorldCatDay #Cats #Cat

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

This Summer holiday, the family-friendly Cats in Cartoons drawing workshop will be coming to the picturesque village of Willingdon (Eastbourne) for the very first time! To book, please visit: www.phoenix-gray.com_workshops #Eastbourne | #EastSussex | #Willingdon | #ActivitiesForKids | #ArtWorkshop

A poster with the details for Cats in Cartoons workshop. For info and to book, please visit www.phoenix-gray.com/workshops

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cartoonmuseum.bsky.social @cartoonmuseum.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

We have partnered with Pepita Coffee in collaboration with Fatboy Slim on a competition to design a new coffee tin. You can find all of the information on our website on our competition page: www.cartoonmuseum.org/competitions and the deadline is the 30th August.

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kitsuneart 🦊🔜 MCM London F-22 @kitsuneart.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

📆 Sunday 9th of August! @captioncomicfest.bsky.social Panel: Small Press vs AI Absolutely honoured to join @petetrainor.fyi @streakofpith.bsky.social and @karriefransman.bsky.social on this talk! 📍Seacourt Hall, Oxford ⏰ 2-3pm Join us and let’s rant about AI!

A rendition of Jos Speybrouck “the Archangel Michael” drawn by KitsuneArt in pink and blue, with a modern version of Michael slaying three robotic snakes labelled as the three most famous AI programs.

Text read: Caption comic festival panel. Small press vs AI. Pete Trainor, Hannah Berry, Karrie Fransman, Kitsuneart. Chair Amy Letts. Sunday 9th August. 2-3pm. Seacourt Hall, Botley, Oxford OX2 9TH, UK.

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

A lovely friend of mine gave me a donation over on my Ko-fi page! Thank you so much!! If you would like to show your support too, please visit my Ko-fi page: Ko-fi.com/phoenixgray

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Phoenix Gray @phoenixgray.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

My Cats in Cartoons (14th August) and Dogs in Cartoons workshop (21st August) will be a fantastic opportunity to treat yourself, friends or family to themed merchandise selected from the @cartoonmuseum.bsky.social's gift shop! See Facebook or Instagram post for further details. #CartoonMuseumUK

Nine photos of products and merchandise sold at The Cartoon Museum in London, ranging from badges and magnets to plush key rings and tarot cards.

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