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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Happy kidlitartpostcard Day! I'm an illustrator looking for projects for kids of all ages and backgrounds. www.marcichorpash.com/childrens.html #kidlitartpostcard #kidlit

A young girl with glasses, missing one top front tooth is looking up at silly little monsters from her imagination. A piece for kidlitartpostcard day. Sepia colored.

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Gael_Me ☆ Illustrator @gaelme.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Hello! Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day 🎉 I'm Ada, I'm a Filipino freelance illustrator looking and available for PB, MG, YA or any illustration work. This month's postcard is inspired by "Harana", a Filipino courtship tradition 💕 📨: abigaelaco@gmail.com 🎨: adaabigael.weebly.com

A digital illustration of a man with a guitar outside, seranading a woman with fan, looking out by the window of her house. It's bright and the house walls are covered with plants.

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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am a Los Angeles based Illustrator who would love to be considered for hand-lettering, covers, bb, pb and BW interiors. #kidlit#kidlitartist www.marcichorpash.com/childrens.html

Illustration of a young bird looking through a hole in a tree where oak leaves nest acorns who are showing a range of expressions. For kid lit art postcard day.

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Rebecca Sinclair 🎨 @rsinclair-art.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Happy first #kidlitartpostcard day of 2026! The holidays may be over, but there is still some magic that can be made outside ✨🌲 My name is Rebecca, a #kidlitartist from Michigan. I’m open to working on PB, BB, covers & editorials. Now rep’d by Lane Clarke. #kidlitart www.rebeccasinclairstudio.com

Scene showing a girl through the window dipping a pine cone into peanut butter to hang on the tree outside. Her cat sits next to her. Tree right outside window is shown decorated with treats for the birds and squirrels.

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Gina Perry, an author and illustrator, and creator of this event. I'm charging into 2026 looking for projects starting mid-year: picture books, chapter books, early graphic novels, or illustrated middle grade. Rep'd by Sean McCarthly Lit. More at: www.ginaperry.com

Illustration by Gina Perry. Three young kids are shouting Tape!, Paper!, Cardboard! while looking fierce decked out in handmade costumes. Lots of mess surrounds them and the center character is standing on a box.

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Brian Kirby @boringstorybook.com · 08/01/2026

Tip for anyone looking to browse the #kidlitartpostcard hashtag today - the Flashes app lets you view the posted images in chronological order, allowing you to isolate today’s postcards. Instagram does not, mixing in previous months and years. More info: briankirbystudio.com/flashes-for-...

#kidlitartpostcard images shown in rows of three thumbnails in a screenshot from the FLASHES app.

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Anna Florsdefum @annaflorsdefum.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Hi #KidLitArtPostcard! I'm Anna a freelance illustrator from Barcelona who loves nature and stories with lots of cute animals and wonder. Looking for new exciting projects: games, picture books, board books and more! ☀️ annaflorsdefum.com ✏️ instagram.com/annaflorsdefum ✉️ annaflorsdefum@gmail.com

Kidlitart postcard with a fun vector illustration about a hippo, a black cat, a koala, a tiger and a puffin taking a trip into nature in a yellow 4x4 van with lots of luggage.

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ebrawlsart.bsky.social @ebrawlsart.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m Elizabeth Rawls. I love creating & illustrating children’s books. #kidlit #kidlitart #editors #artdirectors #humor #watercolor #whimsical #childrensbookillustrator Portfolio: ebrawlsart.com @ebrawlsart EBRawlsArt@gmail.com

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Laura Zarrin @laurazarrin.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Happy 2026 #kidlitartpostcard. I'm a published children's book illustrator. I'm working on a couple of manuscripts, but would love to illustrate other's stories, too. I'm repped by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic. Portfolio: www.laurazarrin.com

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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Happy New Year & #kidlitartpostcard day! I would love to be considered for new projects including hand lettering, covers, bb, pb and BW interiors. #kidlit www.marcichorpash.com/childrens.html

Humorous Cover art with "Abracadabra" hand letterered on top. There is a magician's hat floating slightly above a table that has a magic wand on it. Inside the hat is a cute, "mean" squirrel holding a scared carrot character who is about to be eaten.

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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! This character is having one of of those days. Things will get better though! #kidlit #kidlitart www.marcichorpash.com/childrens.html

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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Happy Spooky Season & #kidlitartpostcard day! I am an illustrator excited to escape into some some new silly projects! #kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi www.marcichorpash.com/childrens.html

A hot dog character dressed for Halloween as a silly vampire with fangs. Details include a happy pumpkin for candy, pumpkins in the foreground and a friendly graveyard with a cute ghost in the background.

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ProfKFH @profkfh.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Harriet Tubman #quilt by my Mom, Vera P. Hall, who makes quilts celebrating Black people who fought for their own freedom. This seems to be the crowd favorite of the “We Didn’t Wait for Freedom” series. Happy #Juneteenth #quilting

Colorful quilt of a nighttime scene with Harriet Tubman in an orange jacket and purple dress carrying a rifle. She is leading other figures who walk behind her.

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Ta-da! It’s an unboxing (sort of!) for THE KING OF BOOKS. Out July 15th from Feiwel & Friends Macmillan. Many thanks to my editor Anna Roberto, designer Mike Burroughs and my agent @mccarthylit.com #kidlit #kidlitart #pug

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Kent Culotta @kentculotta.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Curses! #KidLitArtPostcard day is here once again! I'm Kent Culotta, an author/illustrator looking for his next big project. #scbwi #kidlitpostcard #june #2025 #picturebookart #mothergothel

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Gael_Me ☆ Illustrator @gaelme.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Hello! Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day✨️ I'm Ada, a Filipino illustrator looking and available for PB, MG, and YA work. Seeking representation. 🎨: adaabigael.weebly.com

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Carolyn Le @carolynle.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day. I'm Carolyn, author and illustrator of PB, early readers, and chapter books. Rep by Mona Kanin, Great Dog Literary Portfolio- carolynle.com #kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #greatdogliterary

A door opens and we see a mother teaching her daughter to sew in a warm sunlit room.

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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I would love some new illustration projects 💕 #kidlit #illustrator

Little girl sitting under a tree watching a line of ants carry a crumb, from her cookie, into any ant hole.

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Jane Smith @superjane.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

🎉 Happy #Kidlitartpostcard Day! I’m Super Jane & I’d welcome a magic moment to partner w/ u on silly, sweet, adventurous young PBs, BBs, GNs + early CBs! I ❤️ birds, spiders, cats, comics, baking, chess & pirates. You can visit me & my bookwork at ➡️ www.superjane.com #kidlit #illustrator #artist #yay

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Melissa H. Mwai @me-mwai.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Excited to team up with #SCBWI MD/DE/WV to share how research can bring our #kidlit stories to life. Expect: ✅ research tips, ✅ educational publishing anecdotes, ✅ a Q&A, & ✅ a research challenge! Register: www.scbwi.org/events/MDDEW... Register by 5pm on July 15, 2025. Critiques are limited.

Webinar poster by SCBWI MDDEWV. Webinar Title: Research hacks to Level Up Your Writing & Illustration.

Webinar Date: July 17, 2025 7-8:30 ET
Registration Link: https://www.scbwi.org/events/MDDEWV-research-hacks

Photo of Melissa H. Mwai

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Adriane Tsai @theartofadriane.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Summer courses are 3 days away! ✏️✨We’ll have Intro to Digital Art, Character Design, and private lessons available. I hope to see you there! Register at: adrianetsai.com/classes

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Alison Weiss @alioop7.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Ready to take the next step on your children's or YA work-in-progress, but need guidance? I have 15+ years of trade experience and am booking now. Services can be found here: www.alisonweisseditorial.com/services Feel free to reach out with questions. Let's make your book dazzling!

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Polina Gortman 🎨 | Illustrator @polinagortman.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Hello #kidlitartpostcard! ⭐️ I’m interested in picture books and early reader books ⭐️ I’m repped by Lynnette Novak at @seymouragency.bsky.social ⭐️ View more of my work here www.gortmanillustration.com

Two cats are lounging on a little balcony in the foreground. In the background there’s an old town of a European town with tiled roofs and a tower.

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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm Marci, an illustrator who likes creating innocent characters who get into trouble! #kidlit #kidlitart More at: www.marcichorpash.com/childrens.html

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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Who else needs baby animals today? Happy #kidlitartpostcard I would love to work some new projects that include cute characters! www.marcichorpash.com/childrens.html

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Brian Kirby @boringstorybook.com · 06/03/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Brian, an author/illustrator of humorous stories. Find out what I’m up to at briankirbystudio.com 🎨 #kidlit #kidlitart #boringstorybook

A cartoon squirrel is beside a tree with a birdfeeder. He’s holding a pile of birdseed and gasping with fire coming from his mouth, next to a torn open bag of seed with a cardinal on it that says “squirrel-PROOF BLEND with cayenne pepper” by Brian Kirby briankirbystudio.com

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Cynthia Jacquette @cynthiajacquette.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Hello #kidlitartpostcard people! I’m Cynthia, a map illustrator looking to do map projects for books and magazines for all ages! See more at www.cynthiajacquette.com

Map illustration of Kauai, Hawaii, featuring waterfalls and wild life of the area.

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Nicole Anne. @nicolewalker.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPOSTCARD Day My name is Nicole Walker. I’m an Author-Illustrator from British Columbia Canada. Seeking representation and open to projects. www.westcoastfloraandfauna.ca nicole@westcoastfloraandfauna.ca #illustration #artshare #kidlit

Illustration of large children’s Stuffie Bear sitting slumped in chair by Nicole Walker for #kidlitpostcard day

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Barry Gott @bazgott.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Happy March #KidLitArtPostcard day! ❄️🦁🐑🌼 barrygott.com, Rep by @teresakie Bookmark Literary #Kidlitpostcard #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitart

Lion and lamb are neighbors, Lion's yard is snowy while he grumpily shovels, Lamb's yard is in springtime bloom as she happily pours water from a watering can over a bird splashing in a birdbath

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Jessa Sininger @jessasininger.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm Jessa and I illustrate children's books. I'm interested in picture books, board books, chapter books, and middle grade. Portfolio: www.jessasininger.com Repped by Lynnette Novak of the Seymour Agency #kidlitart #kidlit

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Sarah Green @sarah-green.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Hi all! This is my first #KidLitArtPostcard post. Currently working on developing pitches but am always open to #picturebooks, #bookcovers, and all sorts! My website is in the middle of a rebuild, but find me at Sarahgreenillustration.com! #kidlitart #illustration #mermaids

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Farida Zaman @faridazaman.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Hello My name is Farida Zaman, I am an author/illustrator rep’d by the lovely Essie White of @stormliteraryagency. . . . #kidlitpostcard #kidlitpostcardday #kidlitillustration #kidlitart #childrensbookillustration #picturebookillustration #picturebookart

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Melissa H. Mwai @me-mwai.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m a nonfiction author & illustrator who loves mixing collage with digital mediums. If you’re interested in working with me, check out my portfolio & contact my agent. ➡️ melissamwai.com/index.php/ar...

Mixed media Puerto Rican Tody with fun facts created by Melissa H. Mwai.

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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m a #kidlit illustrator who enjoys creating quirky characters and lettering for kids of all ages. www.marcichorpash.com/childrens.html

Three excited sheep characracters jumping and dancing. “Hooray it’s kid lit art postcard day” is hand lettered above them.

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Kent Culotta @kentculotta.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

#KidLitArtPostcard day is upon us again! I'm Kent Culotta, an author/illustrator currently seeking representation. #scbwi #kidlitpostcard #february #2025 #picturebookart #danceparty #dancepartytime

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Carolyn Le @carolynle.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Hi, #kidlitartpostcard! I’m Carolyn Lê, author/illustrator. Reposting this image because with everything going on right now, I needed a reminder that it’s better to spread love than hate. Portfolio - carolynle.com Agent - Mona Kanin, Great Dog Literary #kidlitart #art

A sister and brother are spreading red, heart-shaped confetti from their balcony, surrounded by muted grey-green buildings.

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IslandTwinArtists @islandtwinartists.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! We're thrilled to connect with the wonderful kidlitart community through everyone's amazing postcard artwork! #kidlitart #together #kidlitartcommunity #lookforrainbows

A mother and daughter enjoy a hope-filled rainbow arching over the city skyline with their brown-and-white puppy watching and flowers blooming on their apartment balcony.

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Sydney J. Stone @sydleys.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Hi! My name is Sydney Stone and this is my very first #kidlitartpostcard as a represented illustrator 💃 Hire me for your spooky and whimsical book covers, graphic novels, picture books, or chapter books by contacting @kellydhouse.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitillustration #middlegrade #youngadult

Three young teens stand in the entrance to a lush greenhouse with various expressions: one with contempt, one with anxiety, and one with joy and hope. In the foreground is a mysterious red flower that looks suspiciously like the tail feathers of a phoenix. The text content reads: “Sydney Stone. Kidlit Illustration. Sydneyjstone.com. Rep’d by Kelly Dyksterhouse at the Tobias Literary Agency.”

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Shelley Hanmo ✂️ Paper Cut Illustrator @junoniaarts.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

It's #kidlitartpostcard day! 🐊🎶 I'm Shelley Hanmo, an #illustrator working with #paperart. I'm open for #picturebook #nonfiction #bookcover projects. Topics that I love include music, nature, friendship, adventure, humor, etc. ✨ Rep'd by @agentzacker.bsky.social ✂️ www.junoniaarts.com #kidlitart

Funny alligator jazz band performing on stage. Illustration for children's picture book

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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

Happy KidLitArt Postcard Day! I’m an illustrator looking for new projects! I especially love creating cute and quirky characters, real or make believe! #kidlitartpostcard #kidlit www.marcichorpash.com/childrens

An illustration of a cute elephant walking while holding a bag of hearts with its trunk. It is looking at a bird in its head who is looking back at the happy elephant. Hearts are flying all around them.

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Kidlit For Los Angeles @kidlitforla.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

We are a group of #kidlit creators heartbroken by the devastating scenes in Los Angeles. We aim to raise desperately-needed funds for wildfire relief with an auction taking place Jan 20th - Jan 26th. Stay tuned for more details! Follow IG: @kidlitforlosangeles Logo by @sydhanson.bsky.social

Cartoon bear wearing a construction hat and vest walking with pen, pencil, and paintbrush across a background sketch of the LA skyline with palm trees. Handwritten text surrounding the image says: "Kid Lit for Los Angeles" Typewritten words: Kidlit Auction Jan 20th - Jan 26th Raising funds for Los Angeles wildfire relief.

Graphic with these words "About Kidlit For Los Angeles - We are a group of kidlit creators who have been heartbroken by the apocalyptic scenes in Los Angeles. Some of us are proud Angelenos, with friends and family members who have suffered crushing losses. We are looking to help raise desperately needed funds for wildfire relief efforts in the many communities that have been impacted."

Graphic that reads: "How will the auction work?
Donations will be listed on our auction page (link coming soon!)

Winners will show proof of donation to one of the auction’s four charities as payment for their item(s). These receipts will be reviewed, and winners will be connected with donors after verification.

The auction will go live on January 20th (9am Pacific Standard Time) and run through January 26th (9pm PST)."

Graphic that reads: "How Can I Help? Follow us here on @kidlitforlosangeles. We will be sharing some sneek peeks of our amazing auction items so please follow along!

Spread the word! Share to your Instagram stories, on your social media pages, and in any groups you are in (both kidlit-related and not!)

Mark your calendars! The auction will go live on January 20th (9am Pacific Standard Time) and run through January 26th (9pm PST).

Thank you in advance for your support!"

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Jane Smith @superjane.bsky.social · 02/01/2025

🎉 Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm an exp'd PB #authorillustrator — trad + indie! This illo is from my new #ChloeZoe #book releasing Feb25. SLJ says "colored pencil linework & mixed media in bright hues...invites young readers in"! Let's makes 📚 together! • Portfolio: www.superjane.com/illustration

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Rebecca Sinclair 🎨 @rsinclair-art.bsky.social · 02/01/2025

Happy New Year and first #kidlitartpostcard of 2025! 🎊 Ringing in 2025 with the cover from my latest illustrated book, “My Amazing Grandfriend” written by Rebecca Greene Wishing you all a great start to the year and looking forward to doing more kidlit projects in 2025! ✨📚 #kidlitartist #kidlitart

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Jenn Bower @jennbower.bsky.social · 02/01/2025

Happy first #kidlitartpostcard day of 2025. I'm an illustrator from NC praying for a snow day. I haven't seen a flake in two years. If I draw it, will it snow? My north star for the year is PLAY: let go, have fun, try new things, laugh, and find freedom in the lines. Play more, think less.

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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 02/01/2025

Happy New Year & #kidlitartpostcard day! I would love some new illustration projects to start out the new year! www.marcichorpash.com/childrens.html

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Marci Chorpash @mchorpash.bsky.social · 05/09/2024

Hello, I’m Marci an illustrator who enjoys creating sweet, quirky, curious kids! I’d love some new bb, pb, cb and cover projects. www.marcichorpash.com/childrens.html #kidlitartpostcard #kidlit #kidlitart

Little girl looking through magnifying glass at a big red caterpillar on a leaf. There is also a squirrel in a tree watching a sitting puppy who is looking at a butterfly.

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Lily ✨illustrator @lilinway.bsky.social · 11/07/2024

Hey #KidLitArtPostcardDay 🧚‍♀️ My name is Lily, I'm a children's illustrator ✨🖍 I'm looking for interesting projects and would love to illustrate #PictureBooks #KidLitArtPostcard #kidlitart #kidlit #inkdrawing #watercolorpainting #dippen

A whimsical watercolour and ink illustration. A dog and a little girl running from something.

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Jessa Sininger @jessasininger.bsky.social · 11/07/2024

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! My name is Jessa and I illustrate children's books. I'm interested in picture books, board books, chapter books, and middle grade. Portfolio: www.jessasininger.com Repped by Lynnette Novak of the Seymour Agency #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlitart #picturebookillustrator

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Patricia Storms @stormsy.bsky.social · 11/07/2024

If you see a doggie, post a doggie! #dogs #dog #kidlitart #kidlit #doggiecoat

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