In 2024 Beaford commissioned young artist Aaban Aslam to create the first chapter of a graphic novel inspired by heritage and folklore in North Devon. The result is THE WIDENING GYRE - Chapter One:First Impression which introduces the audience to a feisty female lead and sets the scene for an epic adventure…

 
 
 
 

About AABAN ASLAM

Talented artist and writer Aaban Aslam is a student based in North Devon. Hardworking, passionate, and dedicated, one trait shines through all the others: he simply loves to draw. And all that love and unique perspective of his surroundings has led him into the creative world, and into developing his first public artistic work at just 17 years old.

Aaban is committed to pursuing his dreams of making a mark in the world of animation and graphic novels.

Aaban would like to give special thanks to Lisa Schneidau, everyone at Beaford including fellow work experience students Tom and Sophie, Mrs A Perkins, Mrs M Jones, Mr M Cuthbertson, Mr D Lear, Miss K Phillips, Mrs L Gomez, and all his friends and family.