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Denis Angelov @denisillustrates.bsky.social · 14h

Hi #portfolioday 👋

My name is Denis, and I'm a children's book illustrator who likes stories full of heart, bold lineart, limited palettes, and painterly textures. #kidlitart

🌐 www.denisillustrates.com
📚 Represented by Emily Talbot, United Agents (UK) and Susan Hawk, Upstart Crow Literary (US)

Illustration of a child kneeling on top of his desk wearing pajamas and showing a teddy bear the Ursa Major constellation through the window

llustration of a giant squid, a duckling and a kid in a bathtub. The squid is looking curious trying to get the attention of the kid with its tentacles. The child is looking right at us in fear. The duckling is standing between the two, wings spread out, trying to defend the kid

Illustration of a two anthromorphic zebras in a sculpture studio. One of them has no stripes and is sculpting a bust of the other zebra who is sitting in a stool with her eyes closed

Illustration of a little girl and her dad in the kitchen. The dad is stirring a meal in a pot on the stove. There are aroma lines coming out of the pot and the girl has closed her eyes and is taking in the smell. There is a black cat peeking above the counter top and looking at the pot.

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Sarah Holden @sarahholdenartist.bsky.social · 15h

I'm Sarah, a picture book writer and illustrator from Minneapolis, MN seeking picture book and chapter book projects. See more from my portfolio at sarahillustrations.com #portfolioday

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Sarah Holden @sarahholdenartist.bsky.social · 10d

What’s your favorite color to draw with? I’m known as indigo girl in my critique group—it’s such a great color (says me). But also, judging by the size, I love this color too. I don’t even know what color this is (Mud? Poop?). Tragically the name has been sharpened into oblivion. #picturebookartist

Hand holding a tiny colored pencil with a sketch of puppies in the background.

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Malia Pila @maliapila.bsky.social · 12d

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day and 2nd day of Halloween!

I'm Malia, a hapa Hawaiian illustrator who loves stories that are a little unusual and playing with seasonal color palettes.

Rep'd by James McGowan of Bookends Literary
✨ maliapila.com for more of my work!

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Ellie Peterson @elliepeterson.bsky.social · 12d

Hi #kidlitartpostcard day! This froggy is a courtin’ and so am I… for a picture book project, that is. 😉
I’m rep’d by @adriagoetz.bsky.social of KT Literary.
#kidlitart #childrensillustration #frog #picturebookillustration

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Katiuska Pino @katiuskapino.com · 12d

Hello #kidlitartpostcard 🖍️

I'm Katiuska, a Venezuelan illustrator who would love to work on picture books and board books 🌸 I am also looking for rep.

Check out my portfolio:
www.katiuskapino.com

#KidLitArt #kidlit

Illustration of a little black girl creating a giant statue of her white dog. The girl and the dog are each standing at the top of very tall stairs. The image reads “Katiuska Pino” and “www.katiuskapino.com.”

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Gael_Me ☆ Illustrator @gaelme.bsky.social · 12d

Hello!

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day ✨️

I'm Ada, a Filipino illustrator looking and available for PB, MG, YA or any illustration work.

Seeking representation.

🎨: adaabigael.weebly.com

A gray smiling bipedal wolf offering candies to four trick or treaters. The first one is dressed as Luigi from Super Mario Bros. and she is scared surprised. The second one is dressed as a ghost and he is smiling and amazed. The third one is dressed as Frankenstein, he is also scared. The fourth one is dressed as a witch princess and she is slowly walking backwards.

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Christopher Thornock @thornockstudios.bsky.social · 12d

Tiny witch. Tiny hat. ‘Lil attitude. Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Boo. I’m Chris and you can find more work at thornockstudios.com. Queries to Lori at Steelworks Literary. #kidlit #illustrator #witch #halloween

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Sojung Kim-McCarthy @creativesojung.bsky.social · 12d

Hi #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m a Korean illustrator based in the UK. I illustrate PB-MG, & love working on folktales, food, and stories about finding a new home & friends.

Portfolio: sojungkimmccarthy.art

Email: sojungkimmccarthy.gmail.com

Agent: Susan Hawk (Upstart Crow Literary)

New agent announcement illustration in traditional Korean minhwa style. A Korean girl in hanbok riding on the back of a roaring tiger is greeting a three-legged crow on a pine tree. The writing in a red square in traditional stamp style says “Repped by Upstart Crow.”

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Kris Easler @kriseasler.bsky.social · 12d

Happy October! I decided to combine the #KidLitArtPostcard for this month with the first week's prompt of the #ABLArtFest - Fall Festival!

🍂Check out more of my work at www.kriseasler.com
🍁 [email protected]
🎃 rep’d by @jenrofe.bsky.social of @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

Orange-toned children’s book illustration of a family at a fall festival. An older man sits on a haystack and plays pumpkin chess with his grandkid while a couple cousins watch (one about to bite an Apple cider donut), surrounded by pumpkins. A parent with coffee looks to the side with a worried smile as their child presents a pumpkin that is about as big as they are! Underneath is text that says “Kris Easler, rep’d by Jen Rofé, kriseasler.com”

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · 12d

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm Gina Perry, an author and illustrator of children's books, and creator of this monthly event. I'm rep'd for books by Sean McCarthy, more work at: www.ginaperry.com #kidlit

Vertical illustration. A kid vampire is laying in his coffin, curled up with his cat and a book named SUN KID. The book is emitting a warm glow. Text reads Gina Perry www.ginaperry.com Rep'd by Sean McCarthy

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Sarah Holden @sarahholdenartist.bsky.social · 12d

Bring on the pumpkins and apples and all the fall spookiness! It’s
#kidlitartpostcard day again. I’m a picture book author and illustrator seeking an agent.

Little girl looking at a witch outside a plane. Mother is sleeping and there are also surprising creatures on the plane.

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Evie Richner @evierichner.bsky.social · Sep 4

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Evie, an author and illustrator living in Madison, WI. I am looking for agent representation and am open to picture books, black and white interiors, and covers!
#kidlit #kidlitart

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Sarah Holden @sarahholdenartist.bsky.social · Sep 4

It’s another #kidlitartpostcard day today! I’m Sarah, a Minneapolis, MN picture book writer and illustrator seeking representation and picturebook art book projects.
Take a peek at my portfolio at sarahillustrations.com

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Abigail Halpin @abigailhalpin.bsky.social · Sep 4

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm a picture book illustrator in New England, working on my own middle grade historical fantasy. My work is over at: www.theodesign.com

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Sarah Holden @sarahholdenartist.bsky.social · Aug 7

Chased by an angry moose with a friend and we hid behind a sign post (dumb choice, but he ran off!). Love your work ❤️

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Julia Morris @juliamorris.bsky.social · Aug 7

another month, another #KidLitArtPostcard! I'm Julia and I'm seeking PB projects and representation.

Drop me your best/worst camping stories in the comments.

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Aug 7

Hey everyone! Another #kidlitartpostcard day is upon us! I’m an illustrator with an endless supply of quirky and/or heartwarming stories to tell in the world of picture books!

Currently buried in freelance work (yay, popularity!), but I’m still open to representation! #kidlitartist

Whimsical textured illustration of a cow being abducted by a hamburger shaped ufo

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Heather✨ @etherah.bsky.social · Aug 7

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day!
I'm a Canadian illustrator and absolutely not built for this summer heat.

#kidlitart #illustration #art

Digital Illustration of snowy landscape in shades of pink and blues. Rock in center with pink little guy on top. His pink reflection is seen in the melted away parts of a river. A long fantastical dragon dog creature fly's above him.

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Rachel Foo @speakyst.bsky.social · Aug 7

Happy August #kidlitartpostcard day! I hope everyone is having a great summer☀️🏖️

I'm Rachel and I would love to be considered for picture books, board books and any kidlit-art-related projects.

Website: rachel-foo.com
Agency 💼 : astound.us/publishing

#kidlitart #kidlit #art #illustration

Illustration of a boy and his dog, chasing seagulls by the beach. The dog is taking his babysitter duties very seriously. There are shorebirds in the background and foreground. Made digitally in Procreate.

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Kelsey Buzzell @kelseybuzzell.bsky.social · Aug 7

Got around to a #kidlitpostcard today! Hobgoblins and nasturtiums! Open to work!

#illustration #kidlit #childrensbookillustration #procreateart #procreate #kidlitart #childrensbooks #illustrationforkids #picturebooks #graphicnovelart #middlegradebooks #kidlitpostcardday

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Melissa Malone @melmaloneart.bsky.social · Aug 7

Hello #KidLitArtPostcard Day! My name is Melissa- I’m an illustrator based in Ireland. I’m inspired by the organic patterns + textures of nature, old homes + bold playful shapes

🌀Rep'd by Kyle Williams at @wendylynnco.bsky.social
#kidlit #kidlitart #kitlitpostcardday #kidlitpostcard #illustration

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Teddy S @oheyteddy.bsky.social · Aug 7

Hello again, #kidlitpostcard day! I'm Teddy, an Afro-Colombian Illustrator who adores creating pieces that are silly and filled with heart. I have an interest in picture and board books! ✨️

Let's work together!

#kidlitartpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday

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Eori | いおり @eoritokunaga.bsky.social · Aug 7

Happy Kidlit Art Postcard Day! My name is Eori Tokunaga. I am currently working on my portfolio & picture book dummy so I can query literary agents in 2026. linktr.ee/eoritokunaga
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#kidlitart #watercolor #procreate #scbwi #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday #lantern #skylantern

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Brooke Baum @brookebaum.bsky.social · Aug 7

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Soak up the last few days of summer like these furry friends. Which one are you most like? 😂

I'm a current #PBRisingStars mentee, I'm working on a couple PB dummies, and I plan to query agents in the fall. Check out more of my work at:

heybrookebaum.com

#kidlitart

A collage, gouache, and colored pencil illustration of animals on a ride together. A bear on a bike looking nervous, a rabbit losing control on roller skates, a dog on a bike grabbing a fish in a bowl that was sliding off the back, a snake on a skateboard, and a beaver on a scooter.

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