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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · 9d

It's #portfolioday
I'm an illustrator/author seeking representation
My aspirations for a career in picture books is to make learning fun again & to be part of the reason you turn the page
Board books picture books & chapter books
www.taramsantoro.com

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Aug 8

Happy #kidlitpostcard
I am a North Jersey Italian girl living in Eastern Pa.
I want to make learning fun again while building the bond between parent, caregiver, and child.
Seeking representation
#bloom
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #cbignycmember2025
#artcreateshope

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Jun 16

Thank you #cbignycmember2025

CBIG Illustrators @cbignyc.bsky.social · Jun 16

Please *boop* this post to meet our Social Media coordinator @tmscreates13.bsky.social who was also in attendance @scbwi.bsky.social NJ conference on June 14
#cbignycmember2025
www.instagram.com/p/DK7uqJ5PiU...

cbignyc on Instagram: "Also, in attendance at this weekend's NJ SCBWI conference was our social media coordinator @tara.m.santoroShe co-ran the portfolio …"

Also, in attendance at this weekend's NJ SCBWI conference was our social media coordinator @tara.m.santoroShe co-ran the portfolio table with Christina. Awards and Publications -Ann Kullberg's 19th Juried Colored Pencil Members Only Juried Art Show for the People's Choice, "Family Day"- Allentown, PA Urban Fences 2018 Banner for "The Moments That Matter"-Ann Kullberg's CP Hidden Treasures Vol 4 Published "The Moments That Matter" - Featured artwork on Ampersand's Instagram page October 2016- Colored Pencil Look Book 2020: A Colored Pencil Directory - Ann Kullberg's Color Magazine 20th Annual Juried online show and print issue for “The Reunion”- Ann Kullberg’s Color Magazine Hidden Treasures, Vol. 5 and 6, featuring “The Ginger Rabbit”-Ann Kullberg’s Color Magazine Online Members Show 2020-Colored Pencil Annual Online Show 2020#cbignycmember2025 @scbwi @epascbwi

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Apr 8

I'm Tara, an illustrator/author seeking representation in kidlit
I am looking to work in nonfiction, making it fun, engaging, and story driven.
#portfolioday
#cbignycmember2025

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Mar 9

My other 2 grandparents embraced their roots but never taught their kids grandkids Italian When we would ask they stated You are Italian Americans we made sacrifices you will speak English Yet we never blended in

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Mar 9

3 of my grandparents were Italian immigrants. 1 changed everything she could to not have Italian association. She was also a Rosie Rivitor in WWII My father didn't know he was Italian until he was in high school.

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Diana Delosh - illustrator @dtdelosh.bsky.social · Jan 21

Finished painting an illustration. Cleaning up and finishing it up. Sigh so much more to do this week. Also trying not to be disheartened by everything. #illustration #kidlitart

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Brian LaRossa @brianlarossa.com · Jan 21

Hey #kidlit illustrators, I'm looking for an artist who can conjure hilariously expressive animals with commercial appeal for a character-driven picture book that's packed with dialogue and action.

Respond here with images and a link to your folio.

Please no DMs. Agents are welcome to email. 💙❤️

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Aug 1

"While playing with his new toy, Thomas surprised his friends by capturing the sun."
Hello! I'm Tara, an illustrator & after-school art instructor/mentor with an interest in illustrating fiction and non-fiction BB, PB, and chapter books.
I am seeking representation
#kidlitartpostcardday
#CBIGmember

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Jul 20

#studioday + #caturdayeveryday = photo-op with Newt
This piece is nearly done, just waiting to dry then ink
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #staycreative #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #supportsmallbusiness #CBIGmember
#artcreateshope

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Jul 15

When you are working in #artlicensing & your cat offers help
No harm came to the art or the cat
#caturdayeveryday
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #staycreative #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #CBIGmember
#artcreateshope #showyourart2024

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Jul 13

Grasshopper took part in my son's driving lessons today
The girls joined me in the studio We were invaded by my daughter's bird
Yes I had to rescue 1 image thanks to pawprints
#caturdayeveryday
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #inspiration #illustration #CBIGmember

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Jul 12

Our CBIG 2024 Illustration Directory is LIVE! Pop on over to our website to view our talented members www.cbig-nyc.com/directory

Also follow #cbignycmember2024 #cbigmember

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Jul 12

Practice
Practice
Practice
#lehighvalleyartists
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #staycreative #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #supportsmallbusiness #CBIGmember
#artcreateshope #showyourart2024

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Jul 11

Happy #kidlitpostcardday I am a traditional artist seeking representation #kidlitart #cbigmember #cbignycmember2024
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #staycreative #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #supportsmallbusiness
#artcreateshope #showyourart2024

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · Jul 10

Postcard day is tomorrow! #kidlit #kidlitart

Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · Jun 24

Please note July's #KidLitArtPostcard event is getting pushed out one week due to the 4th of July holiday. You have an extra week to make a great promo piece #kidlitart illustrators. And an extra week for #kidlit art directors, editors, and agents to come on over to Bluesky.

Illustrated announcement banner. Text reads #KidLitArtPostcard, Next date: July 11th. Girl running with a bag of postcards flying out behind her. Art by Gina Perry

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Jun 18

I'm prepping for this weekend's #scbwiNJ conference
Cover for my portfolio.... too much? 2 pieces waiting for their final touches

#lehighvalleyartists
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #CBIGmember
#artcreateshope

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CBIG Illustrators @cbignyc.bsky.social · Jun 6

#cbignymember2024

🎃 Melissa Escobar 🕷 @melissaescobarart.com · Jun 6

Hi all, happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Melissa, a PB auth/illustrator! I love illustrating horses, animals, nature, maps, you name it! Plus cute, magical, whimsical things with heart.

Rep: @joycesweeney.bsky.social at The Seymour Agency

Website: melissaescobarart.com

@cbignyc.bsky.social

Five horses talking about how much I love to draw them by Melissa Escobar.

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Jun 6

#kidlitpostcardday #cbigNYCmember2024 #lehighvalleyartists
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #staycreative #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #supportsmallbusiness #CBIGmember
#artcreateshope #showyourart2024

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Feb 1

Day 21/100

www.instagram.com/p/C2yVlpBgk9...

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Gina Perry @ginaperry.bsky.social · Jan 31

Hello children’s book illustrators, editors, agents, art directors: tomorrow is #KidLitArtPostcard day. Learn more here: ginaperry.com/postcard #KidLitArt #KidLit

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Jan 28

I'm getting back in the groove after a rough last half of 2023
I'm currently doing a 100 day challenge. This is day 20/100

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Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋 @tmscreates13.bsky.social · Nov 21

It's here!! My holiday sale is officially underway.
Here is the 1st batch of holiday offerings.
@cbignyc.bsky.social
Message me on how to purchase items.
Shipping in continental USA ONLY!
www.instagram.com/reel/Cz6tP4Y...

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Diana Delosh - illustrator @dtdelosh.bsky.social · Nov 21

Have a Peek at my illustrations on Everyday and Winter Holiday Cards at my online card shop
www.greetingcarduniverse.com/dianascards
@cbignyc.bsky.social #illustration #kidlitart #cbigNYC #cbigMember #cbigArtShare #Christmas

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