Shannon Bergin
@shannonbergin.bsky.social
✏ Illustrator
📚 Picture book maker
🎗Chronically ill, chronically drawing
🌱 Let me tell you about my garden
She/Her
Email Enquires: [email protected]
Website and Shop: https://www.shannonbergin.com/link-in-bio
📚 Picture book maker
🎗Chronically ill, chronically drawing
🌱 Let me tell you about my garden
She/Her
Email Enquires: [email protected]
Website and Shop: https://www.shannonbergin.com/link-in-bio
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Shannon Bergin
@shannonbergin.bsky.social
· Nov 15
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Fáilte! I'm Shannon, I'm an Irish illustrator, artist, gardener and friend to all dogs.
I love all things colourful with a touch of magic ✨
Here's some of my work, feel free to stick around if you like books and art and that sort of thing 💛
#kidlit #illustration
Fáilte! I'm Shannon, I'm an Irish illustrator, artist, gardener and friend to all dogs.
I love all things colourful with a touch of magic ✨
Here's some of my work, feel free to stick around if you like books and art and that sort of thing 💛
#kidlit #illustration
I think this spread is my favourite from the book. Wandering among the woods while the sun dapples through the leaves is my favourite place to be.
If you'd like to be very sound and vote for "Run Home Little Fox" in the Irish Book Awards, I would be super grateful!
www.irishbookawards.ie/vote/
If you'd like to be very sound and vote for "Run Home Little Fox" in the Irish Book Awards, I would be super grateful!
www.irishbookawards.ie/vote/
November 11, 2025 at 12:16 PM
I think this spread is my favourite from the book. Wandering among the woods while the sun dapples through the leaves is my favourite place to be.
If you'd like to be very sound and vote for "Run Home Little Fox" in the Irish Book Awards, I would be super grateful!
www.irishbookawards.ie/vote/
If you'd like to be very sound and vote for "Run Home Little Fox" in the Irish Book Awards, I would be super grateful!
www.irishbookawards.ie/vote/
Reposted by Shannon Bergin
PLEASE LOOK AT SHANNON'S LITTLE FOX. LOOK AT HIS LITTLE FACE.
Mood right now.
Also, if you'd like to vote and make this little face even happier, the link is in my bio!
Also, if you'd like to vote and make this little face even happier, the link is in my bio!
October 23, 2025 at 5:25 PM
PLEASE LOOK AT SHANNON'S LITTLE FOX. LOOK AT HIS LITTLE FACE.
I'm thrilled to share that Run Home Little Fox has been shortlisted for the 2025 @irishbookawards.bsky.social 🦊
Big thanks to all at @theobrienpress.bsky.social for all of their hard work and to @erikamcgann.bsky.social and Tom for coming up with and writing such a wonderful story to illustrate!
Big thanks to all at @theobrienpress.bsky.social for all of their hard work and to @erikamcgann.bsky.social and Tom for coming up with and writing such a wonderful story to illustrate!
October 23, 2025 at 5:12 PM
I'm thrilled to share that Run Home Little Fox has been shortlisted for the 2025 @irishbookawards.bsky.social 🦊
Big thanks to all at @theobrienpress.bsky.social for all of their hard work and to @erikamcgann.bsky.social and Tom for coming up with and writing such a wonderful story to illustrate!
Big thanks to all at @theobrienpress.bsky.social for all of their hard work and to @erikamcgann.bsky.social and Tom for coming up with and writing such a wonderful story to illustrate!
Reposted by Shannon Bergin
Look who’s behind our new Run Home, Little Fox window @halfwayupbooks.bsky.social - by @shannonbergin.bsky.social
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
October 9, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Look who’s behind our new Run Home, Little Fox window @halfwayupbooks.bsky.social - by @shannonbergin.bsky.social
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
It’s Trish!
The author of this beautiful book, Tom McCaughren (with Erika McGann) will be talking & signing @ The Whale Theatre Sat 18th Oct 2pm with Marita Conlon-McKenna & Don Conroy!
Reposted by Shannon Bergin
Okay, this one is for any artists in Ireland who regularly do kids events around the country. Chances are, you've probably had to go through Garda vetting at some point, which you will know is a major hassle for the self-employed. It looks like there's another change coming down the tracks. 1/
July 17, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Okay, this one is for any artists in Ireland who regularly do kids events around the country. Chances are, you've probably had to go through Garda vetting at some point, which you will know is a major hassle for the self-employed. It looks like there's another change coming down the tracks. 1/
Delighted to share the most recent book to take over my desk and brain, "Run Home Little Fox", written by Tom McCaughren and @erikamcgann.bsky.social who, along with all the folks at @theobrienpress.bsky.social did a wonderful job on the story, I hope I can do it justice with the illustration!
June 30, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Delighted to share the most recent book to take over my desk and brain, "Run Home Little Fox", written by Tom McCaughren and @erikamcgann.bsky.social who, along with all the folks at @theobrienpress.bsky.social did a wonderful job on the story, I hope I can do it justice with the illustration!
It's apparently 17 degrees, who knew it could even get this warm? My cold, weary bones are grateful after the long winter.
The daffodils and hyacinths are blooming, the kale is bolting, and it's all wonderful.
Hope you all get to spend some time outside today soaking up the rays.
The daffodils and hyacinths are blooming, the kale is bolting, and it's all wonderful.
Hope you all get to spend some time outside today soaking up the rays.
March 20, 2025 at 4:43 PM
It's apparently 17 degrees, who knew it could even get this warm? My cold, weary bones are grateful after the long winter.
The daffodils and hyacinths are blooming, the kale is bolting, and it's all wonderful.
Hope you all get to spend some time outside today soaking up the rays.
The daffodils and hyacinths are blooming, the kale is bolting, and it's all wonderful.
Hope you all get to spend some time outside today soaking up the rays.
Happy Patrick's Day all, hope you all had a wonderful snake free day ☘️
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#paddysday #ireland #irish #stpatricksday #illustration #greetingcarddesign #greetingcard #licensing #irishillustration
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#paddysday #ireland #irish #stpatricksday #illustration #greetingcarddesign #greetingcard #licensing #irishillustration
March 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Happy Patrick's Day all, hope you all had a wonderful snake free day ☘️
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#paddysday #ireland #irish #stpatricksday #illustration #greetingcarddesign #greetingcard #licensing #irishillustration
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#paddysday #ireland #irish #stpatricksday #illustration #greetingcarddesign #greetingcard #licensing #irishillustration
I'm so delighted to be exhibiting my tiny book alongside the best bunch of folks in Bologna.
Wish I could make it but it wasn't to be this year, so if you happen to be roaming around Bologna and want to see some lovely art, pop by for a look!
Wish I could make it but it wasn't to be this year, so if you happen to be roaming around Bologna and want to see some lovely art, pop by for a look!
March 14, 2025 at 6:37 PM
I'm so delighted to be exhibiting my tiny book alongside the best bunch of folks in Bologna.
Wish I could make it but it wasn't to be this year, so if you happen to be roaming around Bologna and want to see some lovely art, pop by for a look!
Wish I could make it but it wasn't to be this year, so if you happen to be roaming around Bologna and want to see some lovely art, pop by for a look!
Happy International Women's Day All 💛
Especially to those in my small section of the world who make it a far more interesting and altogether better place to exist in.
Big love to you all!
#internationalwomensday #iwd2025 #iwd #illustration #childrensillustration
Especially to those in my small section of the world who make it a far more interesting and altogether better place to exist in.
Big love to you all!
#internationalwomensday #iwd2025 #iwd #illustration #childrensillustration
March 8, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Happy International Women's Day All 💛
Especially to those in my small section of the world who make it a far more interesting and altogether better place to exist in.
Big love to you all!
#internationalwomensday #iwd2025 #iwd #illustration #childrensillustration
Especially to those in my small section of the world who make it a far more interesting and altogether better place to exist in.
Big love to you all!
#internationalwomensday #iwd2025 #iwd #illustration #childrensillustration
Actual footage of myself every day searching for a break in the clouds.
The garden needs tending and I am itching for Spring.
At the very least, it has meant quite a lot of work has been underway when I take a break from solemnly gazing out the window, weeping.
#kidlitart #picturebooks
The garden needs tending and I am itching for Spring.
At the very least, it has meant quite a lot of work has been underway when I take a break from solemnly gazing out the window, weeping.
#kidlitart #picturebooks
February 20, 2025 at 8:49 AM
Actual footage of myself every day searching for a break in the clouds.
The garden needs tending and I am itching for Spring.
At the very least, it has meant quite a lot of work has been underway when I take a break from solemnly gazing out the window, weeping.
#kidlitart #picturebooks
The garden needs tending and I am itching for Spring.
At the very least, it has meant quite a lot of work has been underway when I take a break from solemnly gazing out the window, weeping.
#kidlitart #picturebooks
I was wondering where that frame went...
Newest addition to the wall and a long time favourite of mine from @shannonbergin.bsky.social who I am also fond of
January 31, 2025 at 4:36 PM
I was wondering where that frame went...
Over the past few months, preparations have been underway for my first-ever trade show at @Showcase_Ireland
If you see me over the next week, please ignore my general chaotic demeanour as the final few days of work are underway.
Now, I'm off to do some framing and consume a lot of caffeine.
If you see me over the next week, please ignore my general chaotic demeanour as the final few days of work are underway.
Now, I'm off to do some framing and consume a lot of caffeine.
January 14, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Over the past few months, preparations have been underway for my first-ever trade show at @Showcase_Ireland
If you see me over the next week, please ignore my general chaotic demeanour as the final few days of work are underway.
Now, I'm off to do some framing and consume a lot of caffeine.
If you see me over the next week, please ignore my general chaotic demeanour as the final few days of work are underway.
Now, I'm off to do some framing and consume a lot of caffeine.
You wouldn't know it by our expressions but this was a very wonderfully chilly hour today!
January 5, 2025 at 8:04 PM
You wouldn't know it by our expressions but this was a very wonderfully chilly hour today!
✨ Many of my greeting cards are now half price, perfect for a year of celebrations! ✨ I've shifted to smaller cards due to rising costs so larger cards are available on sale for a limited time, grab them while you can!
Big love to you all and happy January💛
#irishdesign #greetingcards
Big love to you all and happy January💛
#irishdesign #greetingcards
January 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
✨ Many of my greeting cards are now half price, perfect for a year of celebrations! ✨ I've shifted to smaller cards due to rising costs so larger cards are available on sale for a limited time, grab them while you can!
Big love to you all and happy January💛
#irishdesign #greetingcards
Big love to you all and happy January💛
#irishdesign #greetingcards
I love seeing other folks process so here’s some sketches from the RTÉ Guide, I always scribble away in a little notebook when starting off to get ideas flowing.
December 15, 2024 at 6:57 PM
I love seeing other folks process so here’s some sketches from the RTÉ Guide, I always scribble away in a little notebook when starting off to get ideas flowing.
Hugest thanks for all your kind words over the past few days, it's so appreciated.
I've loved hearing your memories of visiting Toy Shops at Christmas and of your favourite stuffed animals.
It's so special to have so many people connect to a drawing and I'm really grateful to hear your stories.
I've loved hearing your memories of visiting Toy Shops at Christmas and of your favourite stuffed animals.
It's so special to have so many people connect to a drawing and I'm really grateful to hear your stories.
December 11, 2024 at 10:07 PM
Hugest thanks for all your kind words over the past few days, it's so appreciated.
I've loved hearing your memories of visiting Toy Shops at Christmas and of your favourite stuffed animals.
It's so special to have so many people connect to a drawing and I'm really grateful to hear your stories.
I've loved hearing your memories of visiting Toy Shops at Christmas and of your favourite stuffed animals.
It's so special to have so many people connect to a drawing and I'm really grateful to hear your stories.
Reposted by Shannon Bergin
This beautiful cover of the RTÉ Guide Christmas Issue was illustrated by Shannon Bergin, illustrator of ‘Over the Red-Brick Chimney’ (written by Una Leavy).
Have a read of how @shannonbergin.bsky.social created this festive picture!🎄
Have a read of how @shannonbergin.bsky.social created this festive picture!🎄
December 10, 2024 at 3:48 PM
This beautiful cover of the RTÉ Guide Christmas Issue was illustrated by Shannon Bergin, illustrator of ‘Over the Red-Brick Chimney’ (written by Una Leavy).
Have a read of how @shannonbergin.bsky.social created this festive picture!🎄
Have a read of how @shannonbergin.bsky.social created this festive picture!🎄
Well, the news is well and truly out there, I did indeed do a wee drawing for the RTÉ Guide✨
I am impatiently awaiting its arrival and am very excited to see it in real life.
It was an absolute joy to work on and brought so much Christmas wonder and magic along as the days got shorter. 💛
I am impatiently awaiting its arrival and am very excited to see it in real life.
It was an absolute joy to work on and brought so much Christmas wonder and magic along as the days got shorter. 💛
December 9, 2024 at 2:54 PM
Well, the news is well and truly out there, I did indeed do a wee drawing for the RTÉ Guide✨
I am impatiently awaiting its arrival and am very excited to see it in real life.
It was an absolute joy to work on and brought so much Christmas wonder and magic along as the days got shorter. 💛
I am impatiently awaiting its arrival and am very excited to see it in real life.
It was an absolute joy to work on and brought so much Christmas wonder and magic along as the days got shorter. 💛
Reposted by Shannon Bergin
Hello gang
Today is the last day for orders to Murica', Australia, Canada and other extremely far flung places, that I can likely get prints out to you in time for Christmas, there's some express post options for another few days, but let's not worrying about that.
shop.barrymasterson.com
Today is the last day for orders to Murica', Australia, Canada and other extremely far flung places, that I can likely get prints out to you in time for Christmas, there's some express post options for another few days, but let's not worrying about that.
shop.barrymasterson.com
December 4, 2024 at 12:36 PM
Hello gang
Today is the last day for orders to Murica', Australia, Canada and other extremely far flung places, that I can likely get prints out to you in time for Christmas, there's some express post options for another few days, but let's not worrying about that.
shop.barrymasterson.com
Today is the last day for orders to Murica', Australia, Canada and other extremely far flung places, that I can likely get prints out to you in time for Christmas, there's some express post options for another few days, but let's not worrying about that.
shop.barrymasterson.com
Reposted by Shannon Bergin
Morning all.
Almost €11,000 in my Xmas appeal for the DSPCA and UNICEF Ireland's Gaza and Lebanon appeal.
We reached €40,000 last year, but this is the first I've been doing this without being on Twitter. Can Bluesky step up to the plate?
Every little helps...
www.gofundme.com/f/therickosh...
Almost €11,000 in my Xmas appeal for the DSPCA and UNICEF Ireland's Gaza and Lebanon appeal.
We reached €40,000 last year, but this is the first I've been doing this without being on Twitter. Can Bluesky step up to the plate?
Every little helps...
www.gofundme.com/f/therickosh...
Donate to The Rick O'Shea Book Club Xmas Appeal 2024, organized by Rick O'Shea
The Rick O'Shea Book Club is Ireland's largest book club with over 40,000 membe… Rick O'Shea needs your support for The Rick O'Shea Book Club Xmas Appeal 2024
www.gofundme.com
December 2, 2024 at 8:57 AM
Morning all.
Almost €11,000 in my Xmas appeal for the DSPCA and UNICEF Ireland's Gaza and Lebanon appeal.
We reached €40,000 last year, but this is the first I've been doing this without being on Twitter. Can Bluesky step up to the plate?
Every little helps...
www.gofundme.com/f/therickosh...
Almost €11,000 in my Xmas appeal for the DSPCA and UNICEF Ireland's Gaza and Lebanon appeal.
We reached €40,000 last year, but this is the first I've been doing this without being on Twitter. Can Bluesky step up to the plate?
Every little helps...
www.gofundme.com/f/therickosh...
I'm helping Barry at Richmond Barracks and I brought along a few calendars if you're in the area and would like one!
If anyone's in the market for a calendar there are also these really cool @shannonbergin.bsky.social super cool mega turbo championship special edition 2025 ones in the area 👀
November 30, 2024 at 10:29 AM
I'm helping Barry at Richmond Barracks and I brought along a few calendars if you're in the area and would like one!
This Black Friday shenanigans is not my cuppa tea but I do have a siopa and there's a bunch of prints, calendars, cards, tea towels, washi tape and Christmas ornaments over there.
November 29, 2024 at 6:58 PM
This Black Friday shenanigans is not my cuppa tea but I do have a siopa and there's a bunch of prints, calendars, cards, tea towels, washi tape and Christmas ornaments over there.
We're just home from a wonderful night of green tinged shenanigans at the Irish Book Awards ✨
It was an amazing night and an absolute honor to be shortlisted alongside a bunch of incredible authors and illustrators whose work I admire so much 🥰
It was an amazing night and an absolute honor to be shortlisted alongside a bunch of incredible authors and illustrators whose work I admire so much 🥰
November 28, 2024 at 7:38 PM
We're just home from a wonderful night of green tinged shenanigans at the Irish Book Awards ✨
It was an amazing night and an absolute honor to be shortlisted alongside a bunch of incredible authors and illustrators whose work I admire so much 🥰
It was an amazing night and an absolute honor to be shortlisted alongside a bunch of incredible authors and illustrators whose work I admire so much 🥰
This is Julie, my parents dog and the best lady in all the land, ignoring my undying love to focus solely on her true love @barrymasterson.com
Heartbreaking, yet I persist.
Heartbreaking, yet I persist.
November 23, 2024 at 7:47 PM
This is Julie, my parents dog and the best lady in all the land, ignoring my undying love to focus solely on her true love @barrymasterson.com
Heartbreaking, yet I persist.
Heartbreaking, yet I persist.