I’m enjoying the #scbwiSummer26 Virtual Conference ⭐️🧡🙌 and artwork by fellow artists in the #scbwiPortfolio26 Portfolio Showcase⭐️⭐️⭐️
Andrea Yomtob
@yomtobillustrator.bsky.social
PB Illustrator/Author SCBWI, 12x12, #PBParty 23/24/25 Finalist, ACCD Alumna, CGAnimation Career, Garden Enthusiast, Mother of 2❤️in LA. Rep'd by Rob Broder, MNLM All art handpainted ©Andrea Yomtob www.andreayomtob.com YouTube: @ArtGrowStudio
⭐Agent announcement⭐ I'm delighted to share that I'm now represented by Rob Broder at Martin-Newens Literary Management. I'm grateful for Rob's enthusiasm for my work and excited for this next chapter. Looking forward to sharing more in the months ahead! #picturebookillustrator
🌟 I'm excited to share that my debut picture book, BEAUTIFUL MESS, has been acquired by Stephanie Wheeler at Spinning Wheel Stories and is slated for publication in Fall 2027! Thank you Rob Broder, my agent at Martin-Newens Literary Management. #PictureBooks #KidLit
I'm looking forward to attending @scbwi.bsky.social Los Angeles, Writers & Illustrators Day on May 31, 2026. www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi... Speakers: Jamie Weiss Chilton, Kiana (Kiki) Nguyen, Brittany Rubiano, and Eugene Yelchin.
SCBWI-LA Writers and Illustrators Day: The Pen and the Palette
The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators provides the resources, professional networking, and community-building opportunities that support writers, illustrators, and translators throug...
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I've been watching the replay of SCBWI's "Author-Editor Relationship" Webinar with Tina Cho and @gracekendallbooks.bsky.social . Such a great interview and dive into the making of this book. I look forward to getting this one at home for my kiddos to read!
P.S. Literary Agency@psliterary.bsky.social · 6mo agoAdd some magic to story time with THE PRINCESS AND THE GRAIN OF RICE by Tina Cho, out today! 🛌 🌾 👑 This vibrantly illustrated picture book is a retelling of “The Princess and the Pea” set in Korea's Joseon Period. https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780374392253/theprincessandthegrainofrice/
#kidlitartpostcard Day! Happy #Spring 🌸🐰🌱 ⭐Illustrator/Author of Picture Books⭐ www.andreayomtob.com #Hand-painted: Watercolor, Prisma, & Ink on custom-textured paper. 📬 Open to connecting with publishers, agents, and art directors seeking heartfelt, whimsical illustration. #kidlitillustration
Excited to share the #debutpb THE THINGS WE HOLD by Vanessa Lewis-Porter! She's an amazing author and a cherished member of my critique group. 🎨Beautifully illustrated by Cornelius Van Wright. 📚Published by @leeandlow.bsky.social Available for preorder on Amazon: a.co/d/06DpuOW2 #superproud
This was a fantastic month of inspiration, reading the various blogs written by talented people in the #kidlit industry. Thank you @taralazar.bsky.social for putting this together every year. I didn't get to signing the pledge before the window closed, but nonetheless, I have my 30 ideas!
Hoppin' into #KidLitArtPostcard Day! 🐸 Andrea Yomtob ⭐ author–illustrator Seeking PB work & Rep www.andreayomtob.com #hand‑painted, character‑rich stories featuring kids and #anthropomorphic animals. Happy to connect with agents, editors, art directors, & publishers. #frog #kidlitart #rainlover
Thank you @mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social ! And authors/illustrators for donating your time.
Mindy Alyse Weiss@mindyalyseweiss.bsky.social · 5mo agoThe 2026 #PBParty contest has 39 participating agents/editors so far. Wahoooo! It's only been a few days since e-mailing editors & a bit longer for agents, so I'm hoping we'll have tons more yeses by the showcase. Enter to win one of over 45 critiques!
⭐Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day ⭐- & 💟Happy #Valentines! I'm Andrea Yomtob, a #children'sbook illustrator 🌸 🎨Portfolio: www.andreayomtob.com/portfolio Hand-painted illustrations: watercolor, Prisma, & Ink ✏️Contact: info@anyartwork.com #anthropomorphicanimals #kids #magicalcreatures
Such wonderful work! I always look forward to seeing the next piece.
Christopher Thornock@thornockstudios.bsky.social · 7mo ago2025. Cheers y’all!
✨ Cheers to leaping into a new year and catching bright ideas! #kidlitartpostcard Andrea Yomtob — Illustrator/Author Hand‑painted illustrations for picture books. www.andreayomtob.com #scbwi #kidlitart #fishbird #catchingstars #picturebookillustration
This looks awesome 🤩 Starts January 13th. You can register at link below ⭐️ starrmatica.com/k5standards/
This has been wonderful to take part in! Thanks @juliefhedlund.bsky.social 😊🙌🌸
Julie Hedlund@juliefhedlund.bsky.social · 8mo agoIt's the MOST wonderful time of the year! The 12 Days of Christmas for Writers is back! Join us for this free, fun, supportive series where you'll get ready to make 2026 your best writing year yet! juliehedlund.com/12days
It's #kidlitartpostcard Day! Sending warm holiday wishes your way ❄ ❇Illustrator of Picture Books❇ www.andreayomtob.com Hand-painted: Watercolor, Prisma, & Ink on custom-textured paper. #ForestSpirit #celticmythology #natureart #holidayart #picturebookillustration #kidlitart #kidlitillustration
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day & Happy Birthday to my fellow Novemberans! I'm a #PBIllustrator in LA who loves drawing characters, #cozy scenes, and #whimsical worlds. I work in #watercolor, Prisma, and ink. Art Directors, publishers, editors, & agents can view my work at www.andreayomtob.com
🍰Some sweet treats! These illustrations are from a watercolor course I'm taking with Nina Rycroft. I used watercolor, Prisma, and inks. The theme is Alice in Wonderland. #teaparty #picturebookillustration #kidlitillustration #mixedmedia #cakes #teacups
This was a great presentation! He has other ones coming up - You can check out his Bluesky account 👍 for more info! Thank you - @brianlarossa.com for your time and congrats again on your new representation 🌟🎉
Brian LaRossa@brianlarossa.com · 11mo agoHey #kidlit illustrators! I'll be presenting my “Kid Lit Illustration Dos and Don’ts” talk to “At Home Author” on October 23rd, and will also be offering portfolio/picture-dummy reviews. Register today! 💙❤️ ▶️▶️▶️ www.athomeauthor.com/service-page...
Finishing touches! My latest YouTube video gives you a peek into my #illustrationprocess as I add final details using Zebra Pens, Prisma Pencils, and acrylic. 🖌️📖 You can check it out here: youtu.be/S2H9aJU4QUo?... #kidlitartprocess #youtubeart #finishingtouches #picturebookillustration
Final Details: How I Finish My Illustration with Ballpoint, Acrylic & Prisma
YouTube video by Art Grow Studio
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Just attended an incredible “Founders Mastery Session: Main Character Energy” with @juliefhedlund.bsky.social !! So many actionable tips, thoughtful answers, and inspiring moments. Can’t wait to watch the replay—there was so much to absorb. Thank you! 🙌 Moderated by @kellipanique.bsky.social
🍁"Fall Festivities" #ABLArtFest @andreabrownlit.bsky.social mixed with multiple #inktober prompts a girl "weaving" leaves onto a carved "mustache" Pumpkin-Man, and a crow in an acorn "crown". #inktober2025 #autumn #pumpkins #windsorandnewtoninkwash #zebrainkpens
Such a great presentation! I took many notes 😄 Thank you for sharing @brittanypomales.bsky.social 🌸
Brittany Pomales@brittanypomales.bsky.social · 12mo agoI'm back! This year I'm helping you get funnier faster and take your manuscript from meh to HA! Register before the end of August and get the Friends & Family discount (Use code FRIEND10 at checkout for $10 off) Register at: girlpowerhour.weebly.com
I uploaded a new video today to my YouTube channel, ArtGrowStudio. It's about how I prep my dummies (PDF and print) using Adobe Creative Suite. If interested, you can check it out at the link. I always learn from other artists posting their process, so this is my contribution 😀 youtu.be/y-W6tue3XEc
How I Prep My Dummy (PDF & Print)
YouTube video by Art Grow Studio
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Excited to be taking the watercolor course again with Nina Rycroft—she’s fabulous! This round’s theme is Alice in Wonderland. Here’s my take on the rabbit! 🐇✨ #watercolor #aliceinwonderland #handpainted #kidlitillustration #kidlitart #picturebookillustration #rabbit
