Kelpies Illustration Prize 2022: Fire Stories
Challenge
Contemporary depictions of Scottish cultural stories in children’s books are underrepresented. How do lesser-known communities come together by celebrating international and more uncommon traditions rather than exaggerating the conventional Scottish landscapes and imagery?
Solution
Fire Stories highlights the presence of fire used to bridge gaps across rural and religious communities across Scotland. Adults can engage with their children by spotting locations of each held celebration, as children take in the spectacle of fire and the meaning behind each tradition unfolding.
