Axel Scheffler will discuss his work as an illustrator, his career, and his creative journey with Alison Green, his long-time publisher and the author of the text for his successful book Welcome, created in support of the Three Peas charity. Founded ten years at DSL, this charity is dedicated to supporting refugees who have been forced to flee their homes. A member of the Three Peas will give a brief overview of their current projects.

The conversation between Axel and Alison will be followed by a Q&A session and we are also delighted to offer you the opportunity to view an exhibition of Axel's original illustrations for Welcome as a special highlight of the evening.

At the end of the event, Axel and Alison will be available for book signings. Axel, as well as DSL, are committed to supporting independent local bookstores. In collaboration with Richmond based children's and YA book shop The Alligator's Mouth, we will offer a selection of Axel's books for purchase for the signing session. We kindly ask for your understanding that only those books will be eligible for signing. 

Please register via the following Eventbrite link: AS Welcome 23.02.2026 

Admission is free, we kindly ask for registration in order to gauge interest.