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Sarah Surprise @sarahsurprise.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day and Happy New Year 🎉 I’m Sarah, a children’s book illustrator and writer. Open to new illustration projects for 2026 and seeking representation. Wishing everyone a cozy year ahead! View my work here: www.sarahsurprisestudio.com #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator

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Linda Liu @ SBCF 2025 @lindersliu.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

happy #kidlitpostcard day! i'm linda, an author-illustrator available for new PB illustration or MG cover projects in 2026! you can check out my published work here: lindersliu.com/books

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Yu Kito Lee “Yuey” @studio-yuey.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! Are you not ready to let go of the spooky season? Me either. 🤗 🌟 If you think I’d be a good fit for your next story, please reach out to my lovely agent Kait Feldmann at @ktliterary.bsky.social

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! Are you not ready to let go of the spooky season? Me either. 🤗

“Is she her long-lost twin separated at birth? A doppelgänger conjured from moonlight? An alien wearing her face? She can’t be sure… but they met on this quiet autumn night, and they seem to be perfect dance partners. 💃💃So let this moment linger a little longer, before the night fades away.”

🌟 If you think I’d be a good fit for your next story, please reach out to my lovely agent @kaitfeldmann at @ktliterary

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Emily Asaro @emilyasarodoodles.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Hello #KidlitArtPostcard day! Embracing pumpkin season over here.💜 I am an author/illustrator repped by @essiewhite.bsky.social at @stormliterary.bsky.social. I would love to work on #picturebook or #earlyreader projects. More of my work is here: emilyasarodoodles.com. Thank you! #kidlitart

Watercolor and ink illustration of a family costume ready to go out trick or treating - Mom as pumpkin spice coffee, baby as a pumpkin, and sibling as a slice of yummy pumpkin pie (with whipped cream of course!)

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Martin Stanev @martinstanev.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! 🍁 I’m an illustrator and author currently looking for more picture books, board books and other novelty title opportunities. 🌐 martinstanev.com 📖 Rep’d by InklingIllustration.com ✉️ hello.martinstanev@gmail.com #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration

Illustration depicting an autumnal scene, showing a garden surrounded by other flats and houses. Growing in the middle of the garden is an apple tree which branches connect all neighbours who can be seen in all the little windows surrounding the tree. There is no fruit on the tree, only yellow leaves.

Some of the characters that can be seen in the windows include a mum reading to her baby by a candle, a grandma and grandchild sharing a warm drink and a person calling their cat, which can be seen walking on the right wall of the garden.

In the garden, a girl is carrying a giant orange pumpkin and an older woman on the left is passing some jam over to her neighbours above with the use of a basket and rope.

A lively illustration showing the spirit of community and sharing.

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Rachel Foo @speakyst.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Happy November! 🍂 I'm Rachel and I love drawing picture books! Am open for picture books, board books and any kidlit-art-related projects. Website: rachel-foo.com Agency 💼 : astound.us/publishing #art #illustration #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitartpostcard

An illustration of a kid running (walking?) with his bird friends. All the birds decided to walk with him. The kid is holding a net for some reason which escapes me at this point. I think I originally wanted all of them to be chasing and catching insects, but I ran out of time. Done in Procreate.

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Toshi(ki) Nakamura | 中村俊貴 @artoftoshi.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Toshi and available for new kidlit projects! Interested in picture books, board books, chapter books, and possibly covers🎨 More work at artoftoshi.com/illustration Rep’d by Hannah Mann at Writers House Thank you✨

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Christopher Thornock @thornockstudios.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Not your average walk in the park for #KidLitArtPostcard Day Hello, I’m Chris, a picture book illustrator. See more work at thornockstudios.com For inquiries, contact my agent Lori Steel — steelworksliterary.com #kidlitart #illustrator

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Emma Latham Illustration @emmalatham.com · 06/11/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcardDay again  Hello art directors and editors of kid lit land! I’m Emma, a children’s book author-illustrator. I especially love stories featuring cute critters with heaps of humour and heart. #KidLitArtPostcard #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlitartist #scbwiart #scbwi

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Bryony Crane @bryonycrane.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Enjoying exploring this little monster & making a story for him 🌳👀 If you’d like to work together (ideally on some funny/sweet/colourful creatures) let me know 💌 (Agent: @sophiesheumaker.bsky.social @bookendsliterary.bsky.social ) 🎨 bryonycrane.com @ BryonyCrane #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitart

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Shiho Pate ペイトしほ Illustration @shihopate.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Happy #KidlitArtPostcard day✨ I'm Shiho Pate, represented by Deborah Warren at @eastwestlit.bsky.social . Please visit shihopate.com for more of my work. #kidlitart #illustration

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Katherine Thorne @sparklemarkers.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

A new piece for #KidlitArtPostcard day! Can you guess my favorite color? I write and illustrate picture books with humor and heart. I love working with bright colors, bold lines, and big feelings! 🎨 See the rest of this piece and more at sparklemarkers.com Rep'd by @swekstein.bsky.social

Illustration of a scene in a green craft room with a girl showing two friends how to make a beaded necklace.

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Tatjana Mai-Wyss @tatjanamaiwyss.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Happy November folks! This month's #kidlitartpostcard is a spread from the book petite etoile written by Marie Tibi and published by editions circonflexe. This season it is being published by Bohem Verlag. As you can tell from this example, I like to set a mood and love the little details....

illustrated postcard showing a nighttime roofscape in winter with cats and a mysterious light in one window

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Marie-Laure Couët @marielaurecouet.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Before getting into illustration and design I was a cheesemaker. I never got tired of witnessing the magic of seeing liquid milk flocculate and coagulate into silk. While I miss having excellent cheese on hand, I'm so happy to have moved into visual art. #kidlit

#kidlitartpostcard illustration of Marie-Laure in a hairnet and apron, leaning over a vat of coagulated milk and holding a curd ladle. However, the illustration, made in digital watercolor and collage, uses a photograph of a bright blue, sunny sky with fluffy white clouds in place of a stainless steel cheese vat and cheese curds. Marie-Laure appears to be leaning into the sky. Her t-shirt was created using a photograph of an old map of Europe, illustrated in blues, greens, and yellows, with Latin names of locations. The background of the illustration has a very reduced opacity for a watermark effect and uses photographs of the front and back of a postcard from Corsica, as well as a closeup of the postcard's stamp. In the middleground in two blues that match the sky of the cheese vat, we find the stylized name of the illustrator: a jumble of letters forming "Marie-Laure" as well as "ml.couet@gmail.com" on the vertical and a stacked "Picture Book Illustrator" right below the name.

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Sarah Surprise @sarahsurprise.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! ❄️ I’m Sarah, an illustrator/ writer seeking representation and PB/ MG projects. I love using a mixture of mediums, I made this with natural dyes, watercolor,and tissue paper❄️🦔🍂 🌐View my work here: www.sarahsurprisestudio.com #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator

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Sarah Surprise @sarahsurprise.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Happy October #KidLitArtPostcard Day! 🍁🍂I’m Sarah, an illustrator looking for representation and PB/ MG projects. I love making whimsical and cozy illustrations with a hint of magic 🍂Happy Fall! 🍁🎉 View my work here: 🌐 www.sarahsurprisestudio.com #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator

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Yu Kito Lee “Yuey” @studio-yuey.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Yuey, an illustrator who loves to write and draw stories for kids. If you think I’d be a good fit for your next project, please get in touch! I’m represented by the lovely @kaitfeldmann at @ktliterary .

Here’s a girl who’s quiet on the outside but wild on the inside. She loves nature, and she definitely loves finding baby dino eggs. Did she time travel, or did the egg? Would Dino mama be nice when she shows up?

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Phoebe Creates @phoebecreates.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

It's #kidlitpostcard day again! This painting felt appropriate because August went flying by for me! Hello, I am Phoebe Zeng, a #kidlitillustrator from Australia, you can find more of my work on: phoebecreates.com.au I am represented by @sallymkim.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

A girl flying in a dreamy scene surrounded by shapes of birds filled with various floral patterns. Three girls sitting on the birds holding dandelions blown in the wind.

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Roisin Hahessy @roisinhahessy.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

It’s #Kidlitartpostcard day today. . I am currently available for exciting new projects, get in touch with myself or my lovely agent Becca if you have something in mind. You can see more of my pictures here: . www.rosha.ie . #kidlitpostcard #picturebookportfolio #illustration

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Sarah Gramelspacher @thepishposh.com · 04/09/2025

Hello everyone and happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Sarah and I love to illustrate books for kids: PB, BB, MG, etc. 📚 Currently open for new book projects! 📚 URL: www.thepishposh.com Agent: Erzsi Deak @erzsideak.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration #picturebook

Illustration of a pig wearing overalls (no shirt) backing up a red pickup truck with a load of watermelons in the bed. A sign in the foreground reads, "Deliveries in rear," with an arrow pointing right.

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danamarie hosler/ mightypigeon @mightypigeon.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day everyone! I’m sharing a brand new piece today— I’ve been trying to loosen up a bit more in my work (and I feel great about it!) I’m rep’d by @jenrofe.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social and would love to work with you on your upcoming projects! Especially w/pigeons!

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sᴏғɪᴀ ᴄᴀʀᴅᴏsᴏ .·͙* @sofiagcardosoo.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! 🥦🍐🍏 I’m Sofia, an illustrator with a passion for creating vibrant, character-driven mixed media artwork that blends the magic of childhood with details of the everyday life. #KidLitArt Happy to connect for new PB projects - let's collaborate! ⌂ sofiacardoso.com

Illustration of two siblings, a girl and her younger brother taking a stroll with their cute duck friends. The girl is riding a big wheeled duck toy that is pulling two smaller carts, one where her brother is sat and another carrying a big pile of green veggies and fruits, like broccoli, pears, apples and sprouts. Illustrated by Sofia Cardoso.

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Kelsey King Illustration @kkingillustration.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm Kelsey King, an illustrator and storyteller from Minnesota who loves painting with light and color. You can find my work at www.kelseykingillustration.com Represented by @chelseabigbang.bsky.social at @madwomanliterary.bsky.social

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Elaine 🍀 tiny.clovers @tinyclovers.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Hello #KidLitArtPostcard! This is my first time, tho I have done several books at this point over the last half a decade 🙈 I love being able to play with traditional medium in my book work and have fun creating worlds! Rep’ed by Bridgette Kam at @westwoodcreative.bsky.social 🌎 elainechen.ca

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Andrea Sparacio @artsparrow.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! As spooky season draws near, here is Snow White, the Witch, and her shiny back-to-school apple 🍎 I’m an illustrator open for picture book work & MG covers. Rep: Chelsea Hensley at @madwomanliterary.bsky.social andreasparacio.com #kidlitmegafeed #kidlitart #picturebooks

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Yan Jiang @garlicbunnyy.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Hi everyone 👋 I’m Yan Jiang, a Chinese-Canadian illustrator & author based in Toronto. I’m on the lookout for new representation! Check out my website! I’ve been sharing lots of new projects there 💻🎨 #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitart #kidlitillustrator #illustrator #artpostcard

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Elke @theremaybecats.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day. Hi art directors, editors and authors. I love storytelling and illustrating the worlds your characters live in. Please reach out if you would like to work together. Portfolio: theremaybecats.com Agent: caryn@andreabrownlit.com @carynwiseman.bsky.social

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Sarah Surprise @sarahsurprise.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Yay #KidLitArtPostcard Day! ✨ I’m Sarah, an illustrator seeking representation and PB and MG projects. I used cochineal/ logwood natural dyes and watercolors to make this little dreamy tsundoku bear 📚 See my work here: 🌐https://www.sarahsurprisestudio.com #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator

Dreaming polar bear sitting up in pink and purple clouds during a meteor shower with lots of stacks of books scattered around.

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Yusuke Watanabe @artofyusuke.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Yusuke Watanabe, a Japanese author/illustrator who loves whimsical stories and mixed media like watercolor & colored pencil. Available for picture books, board books & covers! More at yusukewatanabe.com Rep’d by @jemiscoe.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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Junco @junconagano.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy August #kidlitartpostcard ! I'm Junco- an author & illustrator. I would love to work with you on your new projects! I’m available for picture books, editorials, and any kidlit-art-related projects. You can see more art samples on my website! ✨ Rep’d by Sarah at @quick.redfox 🖥️ juncostudio.com

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Phoebe Creates @phoebecreates.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy August #kidlitartpostcard Day! Hello from Phoebe, a #kidlitartist in Australia. Check out my portfolio on my website: phoebecreates.com.au I am repped by @sallymkim.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social . We would love to hear from you and your next picturebook illustration project!

A big girl sitting on the seabed, surrounded by beautiful fish and coral, with her eyes closed, contemplating. A group of little friends discovered her and sent a diver to approch her.

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Christopher Thornock @thornockstudios.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Big discoveries for #KidLitArtPostcard day! Hi, I’m Chris a picture book illustrator. If you are curious you can dig into thornockstudios.com or contact my agent: Lori Steel – steelworksliterary.com #illustrator #kidlitart #dinosaurs #fossildig

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Abigail Halpin @abigailhalpin.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! ✏️ I thought it would be fun to illustrate a book cover for an idea that's floating around in my head: a maritime retelling of Rapunzel. 🌊 My portfolio: www.theodesign.com

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Sarah Surprise @sarahsurprise.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Happy national lighthouse day and national sea serpent day too! 🐍🌊 I’m Sarah, an illustrator looking for representation and PB, MG and book cover projects. View my work here: 🌐 www.sarahsurprisestudio.com #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator

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Sarah Surprise @sarahsurprise.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Experimenting with some dye combos in little 5x5 pieces, this one was logwood+cosmo leaves, and painted with watercolor 🐭

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Tony DiTerlizzi @diterlizzi.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

🎉 Happy birthday to one of my favorite artists, Beatrix Potter, who was born on this day back in 1866! (Photo restored by Yours Truly)

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Sarah Surprise @sarahsurprise.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

Hi #PortfolioDay! I’m Sarah Surprise, an illustrator with a background in textile design. I love natural dyeing on paper and using watercolors to make whimsical critters and magical worlds. 🌐 sarahsurprisestudio.com #kidlitart #illustration #childrensbooks

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Sarah Surprise @sarahsurprise.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Yay #KidLitArtPostcard Day! Dreaming of a little snow and cozy sweaters! ❄️ I’m Sarah Surprise, a writer/ illustrator looking for representation and PB, MG and book cover projects. View my work here: 🌐https://www.sarahsurprisestudio.com #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator

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Kat Kinnick @katkinnick.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

On the painting table! 💛 Maximilian Sunflower dreamscape for Visions West Contemporary, Bozeman MT In The Thick of It Johnny Defeo Magnus Sodamin Molly Schulps Rene Gonzalez Kat Kinnick Friday July 11th 6-8pm

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Sarah Surprise @sarahsurprise.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! 🐟 I’m Sarah, an illustrator based in New Mexico. I work with natural dyeing paper and watercolors. I’m looking for representation and PB, MG and book cover projects. Happy summer!☀️ View my work here: 🌐https://www.sarahsurprisestudio.com #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator

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Sarah Surprise @sarahsurprise.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m Sarah Surprise, an illustrator based in Northern New Mexico, seeking representation and open to PBs, MGs, and book cover projects. I mostly use natural dyeing on paper and watercolors. View my work here: www.sarahsurprisestudio.com #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator

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