I’ve heard some very, very strange things over the years. Some on several occasions. And I’ve done what any sane illustrator would do and chosen… to make a comic out of them! open.substack.com/pub/amandadr...

What Not to Say to an Orphan

(Or grieving person. Or any person.)

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How bout a #PortfolioDay artshare for folks who work on 🧒 children / family-friendly stuff? - Drop your Portfolioday post links below 👇 - Repost this for reach! - Like & Repost some other folks in the thread! No Eh Aye nonsense, obviously #kidlit #illustration #kidlitart #artshare

Hello #PortfolioDay! I’m Amanda, a picture book writer and illustrator based in Minnesota. 🖍️ I’m currently looking for kid lit illustration opportunities, especially character-driven picture book/board book projects filled with humor, honest emotion, hopefulness, and wonder. www.amandadressel.com

My AC is set at 80 degrees and it feels COOL in here, that’s how hot it is outside. Past 8pm and it’s still 95... Must be summer 🌞 #kidlitartpostcard #picturebookillustration #papercollageart

Hi 👋 #KidLitArtPostcard I’m Anya Samukova an illustrator represented by @litagentsaritza.bsky.social I love using bright colors and working with whimsical stories! I am available for board books & picture books 🌈 📚🌟 💻 Website: www.samukovaart.com 🎨 Agency: www.andreabrownlit.com/illustrator/...

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m Mira, a Spanish writer and illustrator seeking representation 💕 Our relationship with animals and nature is always present in my creations. Now for July’s theme, it’s so hot here the only thing we can do is play in the pool 🔥 🌐 bitingnclawing.wordpress.com

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Kate Arnold, a #kidlit illustrator / author-illustrator who likes to garden, eat cheese, and hide in the shadows. I'm represented by Emelie Burl at Susan Schulman Literary Agency. www.katearnold.net #KidLitArtPostcard #kidslitart #childrensbookillustrator #scbwi

Summer reading for #kidlitartpostcard day! What are you reading??

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! Hi! I am El, and I am a nonbinary kidlit illustrator based in Chicago, IL! I am seeking work in picture books as well as representation! 🏠 www.elcarrelillustration.com ✉️elcarrel.illustrations@gmail.com

It is that time again! #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitart #kidlit this reminds me of my Nanny and Aunt Pat 🥹 rest in peace

It's #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm Lenny, author-illustrator, rep'd by @thecatagency.bsky.social I'm interested in illustrating #picturebook #middlegrade #chapterbook and #bookcover Check out more of my work on my website lennywen.com

It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! My name is Danamarie & I’m ready to tackle big projects &put those finishing touches on whatever special endeavor you have up your sleeve. You’ll find more of my work at danamariehosler.com I’m rep’d by @jenrofe.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social let’s get to work!

Who doesn't enjoy fresh summer strawberries! 🍓 I'm Nancy, an author-illustrator inspired by whimsical moments between kids and animals. Here, a berry-picking discovery — and one very lucky mouse. Happy July #kidlitartpostcard day! nancystarklee.com #KidLitArt #kidlit #strawberries #mouseillustration

Good morning! Here’s a peek from my most recent project about a rescued blue-footed booby, (loosely) based on a friend’s experience while we lived in Puerto Rico. #kidlitartpostcard

It’s #KidLitArtPostcard day! Anyone up for a giant banana split in this heatwave? Art directors, editors, and designers: I’m currently looking for kid lit illustration opportunities, especially any sweet, silly, or heartfelt picture book/board book projects! Portfolio: www.amandadressel.com

For all the #kidlit artists and other creatives who’re lacking creative energy and motivation at the moment… I wrote this for you! open.substack.com/pub/amandadr...

How I Actually Started Drawing Again

Finding a way to create in hard times

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