Networking Happy Hour!

Networking Happy Hour!

After a full day of so many amazing keynotes, panels and breakout sessions, the attendees were able to kick back, grab a drink and chat about the day! The energy was electric and I wanted to know what they thought of the day. So I asked! 

Veronica Miller Jamison is a returner to the SCBWI conference and I wanted to know, What’s been your favorite part of the conference so far?

Veronica: The workshop with London Ladd! Having dedicated time to experiment with the techniques of an acclaimed veteran illustrator, gave me a chance to play and add to my visual language. Check out Veronica's beautiful art at www.veronicajamisonart.com and follow her on IG @veronicajamisonart

Sam Nelson

Hey Sam,  has there been any advice from the conference so far that you're excited to apply post-conference?

So much good advice and craft talk, especially in Emma Dryden's revision sessions. I have some projects that have gone through so many revisions but they begin to feel like bad remixes of the same old story with the old tools after awhile. Her guidance to write out both the emotional and action plots of a story in single sentences produced one of those 'aha' moments for me - and led to the first decent revision in months of a very silly booger book I've been picking at. 

IG: @TreeStoriesWithSam

Website: samnelson.xyz

Romy Natalia Goldberg (left) and Lydia P. Scott (right):

To Romy: What’s been your favorite part of the conference so far?

I love seeing people, year after year—reconnecting, and seeing where they are in their journey. The excitement of seeing each other across the room. This community truly contains the most genuine people. The support is palpable.

Learn more about Romy at romynatalia.squarespace.com.

To Lydia: What is one thing that stood out to you?

Meg Medina's keynote was very special. Always remember your "why." It will always lead you back to what is important.

Learn more about Lydia on IG @lydia.p.scott