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Kyle Reed
@cutdrawglue.bsky.social
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I illustrate books, like CHOMP-O-RAMA by Maria Birmingham and published by Owlkids Publishing, available now.
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A new festive piece for the season. A small slip-up with St. Nick’s sleigh leads to a regretful reindeer’s review of the wreckage. Thanks to the fine folks at @astoundus.bsky.social for inspiring this illustration.

#Christmas #illustration #kidlitart #reindeer #wintertime
An illustration of a reindeer looking at Santa Claus, random gifts and other reindeer stuck in the snow. An overturned sleigh is in the background.
December 16, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Thrilled to share the last three illustrations from the SPORT or SHAM feature in the December issue of #OWLMagazine; Boule de glace, The North Pole Marathon, and my personal favourite, Yukigassen. Thanks AD Alex Dorward and @owlkids.bsky.social.  
#illustration #wintersports #skating #snowballfight
One person, wearing protective sports gear, ice skates and carrying a type of ball, skating away from another person wearing protective sports gear and ice skates. Three runners in winter gear running across an arctic landscape. One person in winter gear and a protective helmet holding a snowball, hiding from oncoming snowballs.
December 15, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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The first four winter sports images I illustrated for the current issue of #OWLMagazine; Shovel Racing, Ice Surfing, Skijoring and the Northern Treasure Hunt. Would definitely try the shovel races! Thanks AD Alex Dorward and @owlkids.bsky.social.  
#illustration #wintersports #shovelrace #skiing
Person in winter gear preparing to race down a hill on a snow shovel. Person wearing a cold weather wetsuit riding an orange surf board on an ice floe. A skier being pulled by two huskies. A person snorkelling under pieces of ice while looking for gold coins.
December 11, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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The full winter sports spread I illustrated for this month’s issue of #OWLMagazine. Researching each sport was a blast! And imagining what the fake events would look like was silly fun. Thanks AD Alex Dorward and @owlkids.bsky.social 
#illustration #magazine #wintersports #wintertime
Magazine pages showing various illustrations of winter sports; ice surfing, skiing, running, skating, diving and snowball fights.
December 9, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Some kids have already returned to school and our little guy is heading back next week. This illustration, from @mkbirmingham.bsky.social's great book CHOMP-O-RAMA (published by @owlkids.bsky.social) feels appropriate.

#backtoschool #illustration #kidlit #kidlitart #kidsbooks #picturebooks
Illustration of two young kids, carrying back packs and lunch bags, on their way to school. Trees are in the background.
August 27, 2025 at 2:31 PM
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School is starting up again soon and it reminded me of some images I did for Chomp-O-Rama. Packing the lunches and loading up the back packs. Catching the bus or walking to class.
#backtoschool #illustration #kidlit #kidlitart #kidsbooks #picturebooks #citybus #publictransport
Illustration of a mother and two children riding a city bus and enjoying a snack.
August 21, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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Bucket truck and crew working to get the power back on. Very grateful for the feedback from Jen Hsieh and @solsticeillo.bsky.social at @astoundus.bsky.social on this piece.

#truck #buckettruck #storm #illustration #vehicleillustration #picturebook #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #anthropormorphic
Illustrated anthropormorphic bucket truck and crew working on electrical wires to return electrical service. This scene is set at night during a rain shower.
July 15, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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Bucket truck riding into the storm. Big thank yous to @solsticeillo.bsky.social‬ at ‪@astoundus.bsky.social‬ and my in-house AD Jen Hsieh for the feedback on this one.

#truck #buckettruck #storm #illustration #vehicleillustration #picturebook #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #anthropormorphic
Illustrated anthropormorphic bucket truck driving into a storm. Trees and leaves blowing in the wind.
July 11, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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CHOMP-O-RAMA is available now! I had so much fun illustrating @mkbirmingham.bsky.social ’s book, and so proud it’s out on shelves! A huge thanks to the incredible team at @owlkids.bsky.social for including me in this project and always being there.
#kidlit #canlit #kidsbooks #owlkids
April 16, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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#kidlitart
Illustration of two kids in a small boat, with three ducks.
April 10, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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Another preview image from CHOMP-O-RAMA, out in less than two weeks! In these images we have a kiddo enjoying some pho. A warm bowl of pho is always a good idea.

Written by @mkbirmingham.bsky.social, illustrated by me, published by @owlkids.bsky.social. #picturebooks #kidsbooks #kidlitart #canlit
Illustration of a child eating a bowl of pho with chopsticks and a spoon.
April 4, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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CHOMP-O-RAMA is out in stores soon! Pre-order from your local bookstore, @owlkids.bsky.social or online retailers :)

I learned so much about how #animals eat from @mkbirmingham.bsky.social's book. Did you know #crocodiles swallow rocks?! Rocks in their tummies help digest their meals. #kidsbooks
Illustrated crocodile swallowing rocks.
April 3, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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Excited to share more process work for CHOMP-O-RAMA, out April 15th! Written by @mkbirmingham.bsky.social, illustrated by me, published by @owlkids.bsky.social. #picturebooks #kidsbooks #canlit
Illustration of kids sharing a snack.
April 2, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Under a month until CHOMP-O-RAMA is out in the wild!
Written by @mkbirmingham.bsky.social, illustrated by me, published by @owlkids.bsky.social. As a special preview, over the next few weeks, I’m sharing some images from the book along with behind the scenes sketches. #picturebooks #kidsbooks
Illustrated Bats. Bat sketches. Bat sketches. A rough colour study for an illustration of bats.
March 25, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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Closeup samples from my Owl magazine puzzle page.
#OWLMagazine #illustration #scienceillustration #kidspuzzle #KidsMagazine #kidscience #stemillustration #kidlitart
Kids conducting science experiments with test tubes. Anthropomorphic alligator carrying lab equipment. Kid examining green chickens in a laboratory. Kids and anthropomorphic cats conducting experiments in a laboratory. A robotic cat and a giant praying mantis and also in the scene.
January 30, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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Received the January/February issue of OWL with my illustration for the Laboratory Look puzzle page. Art direction by Alex Dorward. Had great time coming up with all the details and characters. Thanks Alex and thanks @owlkids.bsky.social #OWLMagazine #illustration #kidlitart #kidsmagazine
Illustrated puzzle page with anthropomorphic characters and young children conducting science experiments.
January 25, 2025 at 8:23 PM