Mid Atlantic (D.C./Virginia) Regional events
Serious about improving your craft? SCBWI's regional events provide opportunities for professional growth and help you connect with a supportive, creative community.
Central VA Write-In
Feb 04, 2025
1 event
Online event
Available seats 20
Join Chris Bailey for a monthly co-working virtual social for members living in Central Virginia on the first Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm. Participants will chat and share their writing or illustrating goals for the day and then do two 30-minute timed work sprints, checking in with the group in between work sessions. It’s a great way to meet other creatives living in your area and get some writing or illustrating done, too. Writing doesn’t have to always be solitary! For members only. The session is free. Please register below. ** A link to attend this Zoom social will be emailed to the group on the morning of the meeting. 1-2:30 pm. FREE.
Virtual Illustrator Social - February
Feb 26, 2025
1 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
Join our bi-monthly Illustrator Social, hosted by PAL member Cynthia Cliff! Connect with fellow illustrators to chat all things kidlit—from book dummies and color palettes to marketing tips and the latest picture books. Whether you draw while chatting or simply enjoy creative company, this gathering is all about connection with zero pressure. Don’t miss out—register, mark your calendar, and join the conversation! Upcoming sessions: Wednesdays, Feb. 26, and April 30 at 7:30 p.m.
Illustrators' Day 2025 - Agent Ready: Portfolios, Pitches, and What Comes Next
Mar 08, 2025
1 event
Available seats 16
Fairfax, VA
Join us for an illustrator lunch social followed by a two-hour workshop designed to help you learn what it takes to craft a standout portfolio that catches an agent's eye. Learn how to best showcase your work and avoid common pitfalls in submissions. Then, discover what comes next after signing with an agent, from onboarding to building a sustainable career in children’s publishing.
Rhyme and Facts: Building Fun Nonfiction Picture Books
Mar 25, 2025
1 event
Online event
Unlimited seats
In this webinar, Debra will share her process for writing in rhyme while also maintaining accurate information. She’ll utilize examples from her own books and other rhyming nonfiction books.