"The London graduation show is always an exciting and stressful time for the students. We are all especially excited by this year's cohort, several of whom are already working with leading publishers.

"This is the first year that we have shown at Foyles and we are looking forward to getting the show up and giving the invited editors and art directors from the industry a visual treat."

"The course works closely with the publishing industry, which is invaluable for aspiring illustrators. A team from Egmont Publishing regularly visited us, and gave us insight into the ever-changing landscape of the industry, as well as personal feedback on our work.

"The graduation show in London was attended by talent-spotters from all of the major publishing houses, which I think is a testament to the reputation of the course. At the graduation show I was approached by several publishers, and have signed to Random House Picture Books for a two-book deal.

"For now at least, I've managed to quit the day job and am working full time on writing and illustrating books for children - a dream come true!"