Chris Shepherd
Comics Youth are thrilled to welcome award‑winning artist, writer and filmmaker Chris Shepherd to Comics Declassified! Chris has carved out a remarkable career across animation, film and comedy, picking up international acclaim along the way—including a BIFA and two BAFTA nominations. He’s also the creator of Anfield Road, a raw, funny and heartfelt coming‑of‑age graphic … Read more
I’m incredibly proud to share that I’ll be appearing at the wonderful Homebaked Café in Anfield. Just a stone’s throw from Liverpool Football Club, Homebaked is far more than a bakery — it’s a vibrant community hub with deep roots in the area. I’m genuinely honoured to have been invited by Everton Library Trust and … Read more
Last year gave me a lot to smile about, but appearing at the Liverpool Literary Festival was right up there at the top. The atmosphere was electric, the conversations were brilliant, and the feedback on the book left me floating for weeks. Which is why I’m absolutely chuffed to bits to see this new review … Read more
Bar Shorts returns to The Garden Cinema for a very special night with one of the most poetic voices in animation: Michael Dudok de Wit. A rare, intimate evening with a master of the form — and a chance to see the inspirations behind some of the most quietly profound animated films ever made. The … Read more
I had the great privilege of being invited to the Overlap Animation Meetup in Birmingham by the brilliant Louis Hudson—a man who can turn even a simple introduction into a full‑blown spectacle. And honestly, it was one of the best screenings I’ve ever had. The theme of the night was “Impossible”, and Louis took that … Read more
A celebration of animation, storytelling, and the creative journey behind Anfield Road Birmingham’s animation community is in for a treat this February as award‑winning filmmaker, writer, and graphic novelist Chris Shepherd heads to the Overlap Animation Meetup on 11th February. Known for his bold blend of documentary realism, dark humour, and deeply human storytelling, Chris … Read more
I had the great pleasure of returning to my old college yesterday. I studied animation at West Surrey College of Art from 1989 to 1992, back when the course was run by Roger Noake. We were lucky to have many visiting lecturers, including Emma Calder, Gillian Lacey and Margit Rüminnen, to name just a few. … Read more
Are you ready for Christmas? Are the stockings up on the fire place? Thank you to everyone who picked up a copy of Anfield Road this year. It’s been an extraordinary ride, made possible by the brilliant support of so many bookshops — Forbidden Planet, Gosh!, Dave’s Comics, La Belle Adventure, Kraken Comics, and Waterstones … Read more
As the year draws to a close, I had the real pleasure of giving a talk about Anfield Road at a fantastic new comic shop in Bebington: Kraken Comics. This gem on the Wirral is far more than just a bookshop. Run with passion by Cathy and Gaz, Kraken Comics has quickly become a creative hub for local … Read more
I’m another year older today and to celebrate here’s my 2010 film Bad Night For The Blues. I made this film with the late greats Maria Manton and Jean Boht. It’s a Christmas movie so let’s kick off the festive season. Watch the whole film here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVl_-eqaRQQ If you need any Christmas delights don’t forget … Read more
