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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 13h

#SCBWIartober 2 Nocturnal Being a helpful Grandma today, but took a moment to sketch a Nocturnal pest that helps itself to items in my yard and gardens. Opossums are creepy looking as well. #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator

gouache wash and line work of an opossum helping themself to fall garden goods in the cover of dark. Another of the Nocturnal pests that visits my yard.

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Brian LaRossa @brianlarossa.com · 02/10/2026

Good morning, illustrators! Next month I’ll be joining @scbwi.bsky.social San Francisco to chat about discoverability with my fellow Scholastic AD, and friend, @dbuu.bsky.social, and also offering a limited number of portfolio/reviews. Will be a Zoom. Join us! #kidlit www.scbwi.org/events/sfsou...

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Gael_Me ☆ Illustrator @gaelme.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Hello! Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Halloween themed illustration for this month's postcard 🎃 I'm Ada, I'm a Filipino illustrator open and looking for illustration projects, especially in the kidlit space. Represented by Pyro Represents 🎨: adaabigael.weebly.com 📨: abigaelaco@gmail.com

A digital illustration of kids dressed up for trick or treating. A girl dressed as a fairy is in front of a front door on top of stairs, beckoning her friends to come and hurry up. The two boys, one dressed as a vampire the other a lion, are running on the street trying to get to her.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

#scbwiartober SCBWI artober 1 Pumpkin As if it wasn't bad enough having had to be carved. Antagonistic crows can make a situation even scarier.

A trickster crow has a dastard plan to help a carved pumpkin lose his feeble carved tooth, by attaching a string around it tethered to a high flying kite.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

A neighbor of mine had an oak measured at their previous home and though it had to be taken down for safety, was recorded as one of the oldest oaks in the Madison area. Cool study.

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Manda M @bettesays.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

If you need a quick reprieve from the weight of the current timeline, here's one of my own favorite escapes: Click on #kidlitartpostcard to be instantly transported to a more optimistic place full of supremely talented artists + illustrators. (This happens the 1st Thursday of every month, BTW).

A screenshot of #KidLitArtPostcard creator Gina Perry's website page describing the social media event.

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

For a hot minute, we were the #1 trend on Bluesky! (down to #5 now) Well done, #kidlitart friends!

screencaps of the Bluesky trending list. October KidLitArtPostcard Day was trending at #1, then dropped to #5. 310 posts, followed by 351 posts.

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Elke @theremaybecats.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

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. theremaybecats.com Agent: caryn@andreabrownlit.com @andreabrownlit.bsky.social @carynwiseman.bsky.social

A picture book illustration about childhood depression.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The one activity you don't have to give up, no matter the time of year. I love a campfire.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

#KidLitArtPostcard Taking a walk is a favorite pass time. Walking with family or friends, even better. In October as fallen leaves are accumulating, THE BEST! #kidlitartpostcard #kitlitart #kidlit #illustration

A family of three take the dog for a walk on a forested path. The youngest seems most amused and alert to their surroundings.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Is this a good hiding place? If you see this post some cats #kidlit #cats

gouache wash and color pencil of cats hiding in some creative places, like among toys and in the shower.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

So sweet. Reminds me of the calico cat my fellow farm friend gave me when we were high school chums.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

So cute. I might have to start celebrating it.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Scary yes, because so many of us know what's at the other end of that pretty shiny ball.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

#kidlitartpostcard Back to School can be nerve wracking especially when you imagine your school mates might be aliens, or your school may be haunted. Simple "Hellos" can destress them moment of the onset of a new year, or first year at a new school. theresaanackerwohlers.com

Imagining a scary first day at a new school. Stunned boy with a backpack staring at alien looking classmates out side what looks to be a haunted school. Gouache and cut paper collage.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

#kidlitartpostcard crept in while I was unaware. Back to school can make kids imagine scary scenarios. Like their classmates will be aliens and their school may be haunted. But simple "Hellos" can ease a lot of stress. Gouache painting and cut paper collage. theresaanackerwohlers.com

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Sara Olmos - Teconlene @teconlene.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! My name is Sara, I'm a Spanish illustrator seeking representation. You can find some of my work on my website: www.saraolmos.com

Ilustración de una joven poniendo un sello en un sobre, que es como una casa, con una chimenea de la que sale humo. Colores crema, rojo y azul. Ilustración original hecha con acuarelas y lápices de colores por Sara Olmos.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Nope, but I picked a sour green apple from my tree today, just to see how close to ripening they are. Yum!

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

#KidLitArtPostcard Two starstruck otters, who realize what is the best way to make it through any situation. I love illustrating emotional critters, though my favorite subject is humans. If you want an illustrator for that, contact me. @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social #kidlitart #critters #illustrator

Wash and ink sketch of two sweetheart Otters who realize holding each 'Otters' hand is the best way to make it through any situation.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Stopped at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum on our cycle trip. Surprise! Special showing of Selections from the Eric Carle Museum of PB Art in a portion of the gallery. Amazing pcs. A Jerry Pinkney, even a Shulevitz. Wrote down many names to check out, and some styles to try.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

We need one of these around here. Saw six rabbits in my walk around the back neighborhood this morning. That's just over a couple blocks.

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Thalamus Plank @thalamusplank.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Thank you kindly for the repost, @andyxpanda.bsky.social - very much appreciated! 🤗

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Meneka Repka @menekarepka.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm an illustrator from Victoria, BC, and my agent is @charlottewenger.com at Prospect Agency! I love to work on: -Old-timey/ folk art/ folklore-y fairytale-y things -Magical and spooky things -Earthy or animal things 🕸️: www.menekarepka.com/personalwork

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

One of my favorite activities as a kid growing up on the farm.

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Victoria Maderna @victoriamaderna.com · 02/07/2026

Hi #kidlitartpostcard! I'm Victoria, Argentinian illustrator based in France. Looking for new projects (PB, MG, covers & +)! Recycling these summery frogs - nostalgic for the many ice cream parlors of my hometown! victoriamaderna.com | hi@victoriamaderna.com Represented by @jenazantian.bsky.social

Illustration in gouache: a frog licks the fallen ice cream of their horrified frog friend. Both are in summer outfits with flipflops.
Text reads: Victoria Maderna - hi@victoriamaderna.com - victoriamaderna.com - Represented by Jennifer Azantian

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Everything is peachy - it's #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Gina Perry, a #kidlit author, illustrator, and creator of this event. I'm available in the fall to illustrate funny stories with lovable characters and bright colors. Rep'd by Sean McCarthy Lit. www.ginaperry.com

Illustration showing a mother opposum carrying six babies on her back while climbing up a peach tree. The babies are shouting PEACHES!!! while she looks nervous about climbing higher. The background is golden yellow. Text below reads: Gina Perry / Author Illustrator / www.ginaperry.com

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

#KidLitArtPostcard dropping in late today. Away from my desk & supplies, a surprise character in comfy chair & frisky kitten toying with yarn has viewers wondering, WHAT IS...? Sketch for dummy pg for #50Preciouswords HM manusc. a yr ago. Always working on dummies while open to work.

Chalk stick sketch of unseen character, comfy in chair as a playful kitten toys with yarn that drops from chair and curls back behind. What's going on in the chair?

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Kaz Windness she/her @kazwindness.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Happy 5th birthday #kidlitartpostcard! Join us in making (or collaging) a caricature challenge to celebrate. I’m repped by Kathleen Rushall @andreabrownlit.bsky.social and most interested in illustrating graphic novels for emerging readers. #kidlitart #selfportrait #meettheartists

Collage made by children’s author-illustrator Kaz Windness with five self-portrait caricatures with hand letter text describing her interests such as art, bats, books, waffles, and dogs.

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Nicole Wong @painternik.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

#KidLitArtPostcard Day theme is "You, as a kid" A little sketch of me is my Wonder Woman Underoos with my very favorite doll. Portfolio: nicole-wong.com Rep’d by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social @bookendsliterary.bsky.social #kidlit #kidlitpostcard #wonderwoman

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Brian Kirby @boringstorybook.com · 04/06/2026

Celebrating 5 years of #KidLitArtPostcard w/ the theme of "You, as a kid.” Don’t worry, I managed to somersault over the mailbox, although I did mangle a fingernail! I’m Brian, rep’d by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at @bradfordlitfest.bsky.social - you can see what I’m up to at briankirbystudio.com.

Illustration in a picture book cartoon style of a red-haired kid in a ringer tee and shorts crashing a banana-seat bicycle into a curb, flying over the handlebars and straight at a mailbox surrounded by pollinator flowers, with small bungalow homes in the background. By Brian Kirby

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Thanks Gina> #KidLitArtPostcard day! As a kid, lucky to learn how to use building tools, create w/found items & build wonderment in imaginative games w/siblings. A bit rumpled but on my way to becoming an artist. #kidlit #illustrator Samples BW: theresaanackerwohlers.com/bw-and-cover...

Pastel drawing of a little girl with a pail holding glue, brushes, hammer and sticks stands near a pile of wood scraps, nails and saw, her eyes gazing upward imagining what she could build. Perhaps and apple stand, or a play fort?

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Charlene Chua @charlenedraws.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Hello #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Charlene Chua & I illustrate for kids. 🌟 Available for books + other kids-related projects 🌟 Portfolio - charlenechua.com Rep' by Tracy Marchini Literary #kidlitart #kidlit #illustration

Illustration of a Chinese girl in a peach colored traditional costume, riding atop a red and gold Chinese phoenix. There are mountains and clouds in the background. Art by Charlene Chua.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

A good tip to remember. Noted for future posts.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

#KidLitArtPostcard Seeded some lawn 2day. Always must watch for Sneaky Snakes. #snakes #animatedanimals #illustrator When not doing lawn work, working on art. But I've always room for more projects. See more work here: theresaanackerwohlers.com

Gouache painting of slyly smiling snake in the grass. His bright red black and white design don't give him much camouflage in the tall green grass.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

#kidlit #kidlitart Not the first draft. From first doodle to a referenced sample, to returning to a freer interpretation, brings back a little more liveliness to the concept. Feels like the more you can free things up, the better the result. #illustrator #illustration #animalrenderings

Picture of two illustrations of chimpanzees. The first using reference material is more stiff. The second is a looser version using my imagination as well as the reference study. The result is more animated.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Painting I started many years ago, but never got back to. #kidlit If you see this, post a dog,

Watercolor washes of a young man and his dog that rests its head on the mans leg. Both looking totally relaxed.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

#kidlit Robins getting fat. Soil so drenched worm's only refuge is escaping to sidewalks and driveways. More rain today. May as well play with sumi ink and watercolor washes. Quick fun during busy dummy making sched. So glad of intro to Chinese painting thru @pinghe.art #illustrator

Sumi ink and watercolor wash of a fat Robbin with its eye on a passing earth worm.

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Katy Tanis @katytanis.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Any book would look good next to this stunner by Isabella Kung, but I think these are a good looking pair! Be sure to check out Nunu and the Sea, a gorgeous book about dealing with big feeling while going on an adventure with charming origami critters! 🌊 #kidlitart

Two children’s books featuring cool blues and warm pinks with a touch of yellow. Nunu and the Sea features a young girl in an origami boat. Love Under the Sea features two seahorses forming a heart.

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TheresaAnackerWohlers @tanackerwohlers.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

#repostyourart #kidlit #kidlitart The harvesting of oats in fall was always just another chance for me to show off I was just as strong as my older brothers. Even tho truthfully the straw bales were much lighter than hay bales. #pastels

Pastel drawing of a young girl struggling to lift a straw bale to bring to the hay wagon as her older brothers in the background are doing. Her father, on the wagon load, admiringly looks on at her effort.

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