Aśka
Author, Illustrator & Scientist | Grades 4 - 8
Art, Science & Visual Storytelling
Aśka is a dynamic graphic novelist, visual storyteller and former quantum physicist who brings big ideas to life through comics. Her books include the internationally celebrated YA graphic novel Stars in Their Eyes, along with multiple CBCA Notables and award-shortlisted titles. Her latest, The Friendship Paradox, blends physics, friendship and adventure.
In her fast-paced, interactive sessions, Aśka explores the science of how words and pictures work together, unpacks the hidden power of visual literacy in the age of screens and leads interactive comic-making activities, no skills required. Expect big thinking, bold creativity and a fresh way of seeing the world.
Sessions
114 Thursday 10:45am Grades 4 – 6
125 Thursday 12:15pm Grades 5 – 7
137 Thursday 1:30pm Grades 6 – 8
206 Friday 9:15am Grades 6 – 8
221 Friday 10:45am Grades 7 – 8 (LSCW)
226 Friday 12:15pm Grades 5 – 7
Workshop
Creative Workshop: FUN-da-MENTALS
Comic Book Workshop
Supercharge your storytelling skills by learning to “think in pictures”! This dynamic workshop dives into the language of comics using pace, panels, symbolism and emotion, empowering students to build clear, expressive visual narratives from the ground up. No drawing skills required!
221 Friday 10:45pm Grades 7 – 8
