Rebels and Redcoats: Create Your Own Comic with Peader Thomas

Get creative this Eureka Sunday and create your own comic strip inspired by the Eureka Stockade! Children’s book illustrator Peader Thomas will help you bring the Eureka story to life, with comic-style cartooning and other arty adventures.  This workshop will suit children who have a natural love of drawing and storytelling. Suggested ages 7 to 12 years.

Peader Thomas is a Melbourne-based cartoonist, illustrator and graphic designer. He co-created and illustrated the ‘Gustav and Henri’ children’s graphic novel series (Hardie Grant Publishing) and has presented with the Ballarat Young Authors Program since 2024. Check out Peader’s work at peaderthomas.com.

In addition to Peader’s workshop there will be a range of programs across the day. Families can also enjoy free face painting, performances, interactive play experiences, and story time. See the Eureka Sunday Community Day and Sean Choolburra: Live at the Eureka Centre listings for more information.