A Friday night filled with stories in Hangzhou!

The city's library transformed into a world of imagination as international picture-book master Graeme Base appeared in person, guiding readers into his fantastical and deeply soothing illustrated universe.

From Animalia to The Water Hole and his celebrated detective picture-book series, his works have long been treasured on bookshelves around the world — filled with intricate detail, hidden narratives, and a quiet sense of wonder about nature and life.

The "Dreamscape Picture-Book Journey" brought audiences closer than ever to his creative world, where stories were shaped by childhood memories, wilderness observation, and a lifelong love of reading. On the night, he also unveiled his new work The Charm of Hangzhou, offering a glimpse of how he sees the city through his own imaginative lens.

A simple Friday evening — made unforgettable by stories, imagination, and light.