Happy Wednesday almost Thursday! I managed to squeeze in a bit of creativity today. Here is a Red-Legged Frog. Often seen around our pond! I hope you are having a great week! ☺️💗 #bainbridgeislandwildlife #redleggedfrog #localwildlife

#Kidlitart April chat is TODAY! Join us this evening for a chat about Motivation!

New artwork recently added to my Redbubble shop! Loads of items available featuring these and many more of my creations. redbubble.com/people/kirstensneath1/shop Shop T-shirts, postcards, prints, home decor and much more! #redbubble #animalpaintings #giftideas #redbubbleartist

Rosie has accidently found herself on the trapeze hoop at the circus! And Sara is just trying to hold on for dear life while the animals stare up at them from below! 😂 #SCBWIDrawThis prompt for April is HOOPS hosted by @scbwi.bsky.social #picturebookauthor #picturebookartist #kidlit #scbwiaustintx

Selena Skunk was one of the early members of the Critter Mafia. As a Spartan, Selena led a disciplined life of a warrior, only surrounded by her fellow Skunk Spartans. Which was good since none of them minded the smell! #inkandwatercolor #kidlit #kidlitartist #kidlitauthor

Daisy Donkey grows along the fence, just like her flowery friends. Always ready to give visitors a warm greeting! #calendarblossoms2026 #inkandwatercolor #kidlt #picturebookauthor #picturebookartist

Sven Squirrel was one of the early members of the Critter Mafia. Sven led his clan in courageous battles across the tree tops, as well as pillaged nut stores from their enemies. #inkandwatercolor #kidlit #kidlitartist #kidlitauthor #squirrelviking

Meet Mrs. Loretta Lemongrass, proprietor of the 'Spotted With Love Bakery' where their motto is "There's Muffin to it!" She will be a character in the children's book that I'm working on that stars Sheldon Snail & Gregg Grasshopper. #inkandwatercolor #kidlt #picturebookauthor #picturebookartist

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Are you kidding me? #KidLitArtPostcard is turning 5 this June? To celebrate, I would love for everyone to share an illustration of themselves as a kid. I'm sharing this now to give you extra time to join the fun. June 4th! Spread the word! #kidlitart #kidlit

Tea anyone?! #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator #livrosinfantis #characterdesign

Wow! Saffron the Tiny Elephant is at it again! She has decided to hide in this bird's nest and make it her own. Can you see her? Or can you only see her cute pink toes? #inkandwatercolor #kidlt #picturebookauthor #picturebookartist

Reminder to our readers: we'll be bringing you one issue of Children's Bookshelf this week, on Wednesday, April 15, live from the Bologna Children's Book Fair. Stay tuned for all of our news from the fair!

On April 16, #SCBWI's Southwest Texas region will feature @marianallanos.bsky.social in the webinar Children's Books in Translation - Behind the Scenes! Check it out and register here! 👇 #kidlit #worldkidlit #xl8 www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

Happy Saturday! Next up is the Grey Squirrel. Very often seen of course! I drew him yesterday but didn't have time to paint him. I hope you have a great weekend! 😊🐿️💖 #bainbridgeislandwildlife #backyardwildlife #greysquirrel

Get ready for our second bootcamp for 2026, with some of the best faculty ready to help you start and finish your MG or YA novel! 60-90K words is daunting, but let these pros help. Join us! www.scbwi.org/events...

Happy #portfolioday 😀 I'm a #kidlit author and illustrator who creates whimsy and joy through illustrations and writing to provide light in a sometimes-dark world. Learn more and see my portfolio at www.jessieromigh.com Currently open for representation. #traditionalartist #handdrawn #inkwatercolor

If you're in Texas—or have book-loving loved ones in Texas—The Book-Loving Texan's Guide to the May 2026 School Board Elections just became available this morning. docs.google.com/document/d/1... I'm pretty sure this is the first time this semi-annual guide has mentioned me by name... 😉

Ren Rabbit was one of the early members of the Critter Mafia. As a samurai, she helped protect the borders from the evil puppies who were after their carrot crops. #artistryinkchallengesamurai #inkandwatercolor #kidlit #kidlitartist #kidlitauthor #artistryinkchallenge #artistryinkchallengeapril2026

Want to help pollinators? A Pathway for Pollinators shares simple ways you can take action! Releasing May 5th!! @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social @stormliterary.bsky.social @wwnortonlibrary.bsky.social #APathwayForPollinators #PollinatorCorridors #PollinatorFriendly #NonfictionPictureBook #KidLit

Join Carter Higgins for a webinar that will give you tips and tricks for strengthening the musicality of your manuscripts. www.scbwi.org/events/pictu...

This is one of my favorite classes to teach. Who will be there? keap.page/wfa867/works...

PW spoke with Geisel and Caldecott Honor–winning creator Jashar Awan about his focus on the bigness of life's small moments and why he has chosen to explore heavier topics in his latest picture books buff.ly/RsBwo4M

Happy New Week! Just a quick one today! A Harbor Seal. I've seen a few of these the last couple of days! Pretty common in the bay.....love how curious they are! I hope you have a great week! 💖 #bainbridgeislandwildlife #localwildlife #harborseal

Rufius Raccoon was one of the early members of the Critter Mafia. As a gladiator, he battled for territorial rights for neighborhood garbage. #artistryinkchallengegladiator #inkandwatercolor #kidlit #kidlitartist #kidlitauthor #artistryinkchallenge #artistryinkchallengeapril2026

Hi! I'm Marcia Misawa, a Japanese-Brazilian illustrator and author based in Florida, drawn to stories about family, culture, and the beauty of the natural world. → marciamisawa.com #KidLitArtPostcard #KidLitArt

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard! I'm Steph, an author-illustrator of picture books & graphic novels. My 2nd PB, Medusa's Pet Rock, comes out 9/22/26 from @harpercollins.bsky.social. I like: 🐍stories w/ misfits & mischief 🍨ice cream 🦄anything silly www.stephlaubooks.com Rep: @allielevick.bsky.social

Brushing teeth can be messy! 👋 Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am rep’d by Jenn Laughran @literaticat.bsky.social with @andreabrownlit.bsky.social I’m always looking for my next book (be it a picture book, board book, or more). #kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart

Are you ready to be inspired? Watch stories come to life as local authors and illustrators sketch animals, dream up playful tales, and read children’s books inspired by the sights and sounds around them! Register on our website for free admission! www.scbwi.org/events...

Hello! Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day ✨️ I'm Ada, I'm a Filipino freelance illustrator available and looking for work. This month's postcard is a tutorial/group study session 📚 Represented by Pyro Represents 📨: [email protected] 🎨: adaabigael.weebly.com

🧡 Together Forever 💚 A little #FrogAndToad #FanArt for this #KidLitArtPostcard Day I’m Hannah, a Queer author and illustrator looking to share my rainbow heart with little readers of the world. ✏️🌈❤️ #KidLit #KidLitArt

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day ⭐️ My name is Farah, I’m a children’s book author & illustrator. Open to work on BB, PB and fiction projects. ⭐️ Rep’d by Emily Talbot at @unitedagents.bsky.social Portfolio at www.fawashah.co.uk Speak soon x • #springishere #ilovespring #rabbitcharacter #kidlitart

Happy #KidlitArtPostCard Looking for projects that fun, funny, silly and if its huge bonus if there is magic and adventure. Open to PB and MG projects and Book Covers. Seeking Representation See more- Www.rekhasalin.com #kidlit #kidlitart

Hello Art Directors and Editors! Here's a Highland Cow and his friend Duck out for a ride for #kidlitartpostcard. I'm looking for picture book, chapter book, and young graphic novel projects, as well as cover illustration work. Portfolio www.LauraZarrin.com Rep'd by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic.

A new #kidlitartpostcard Day is here. I didn't have time, so I decided to put some colours on an old illustration. My name is Monica, I'm a children's book illustrator but I also love working on middle grade books and covers. Ready for new projects #kidlit #kidlitart

#KidLitArtPostcard for April 🧚‍♀️ I'm Ronni, and I'm open to whimsical, fun and unique picture books, chapter books and more! I'm seeking representation 💕 It's also my birthday, and the best gift would be to check out my work and give me a project! 🥳😉 ronnirunyonillustration.com

#kidlitartpostcard day today! Hello! I’m Brittanny Handiboe (Halper) I’m an illustrator/writer attempting to illustrate and write ALL THE THINGS apparently! You can find my work here on bsky, my website www.bhandiboe.com or Instagram @bhandiillustration OR YA related experimental work on @bhandi

My first time participating in #kidlitartpostcard day! We had a lovely warm Monday here in Toronto which inspired this sunny piece. (Fingers crossed for good weather going forward.) #kidlit #illustrator #kidlitartist

Happy early #kidlitartpostcard day April! 🤩 (Posting today as it's #passover tomorrow) Author/illustrator interested in picture books, non-fiction and black and white illustrations. Looking forward to working with you! 🤗 thalamusplank.co.uk #kidlit #kidlitart

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Brooke Baum and I’m an author/illustrator represented by Marissa Brown at Pippin Properties. I enjoy making goofball art for goofball kids and I’m open to PB, GN, and more! See more of my work at brookebaum.com #kidlit #kidlitart

It's #kidlitartpostcard day!! I'm Jessie, a kidlit author/illustrator seeking representation. I focus on filling my work with whimsy and joy. Illustrations are hand inked w/ watercolor. Fun trivia about me in the alt text! #kidlit #picturebookauthor #picturebookartist #kidlitartpostcardday

Cyclops Polyphemus is whipping up a batch of satyr-filled cupcakes with his favorite wooly sheep... just in case 'Nobody' pops by again for a visit. 😂 Had some creative fun with #vintagebookweek26 #inkandwatercolor #handdrawn #picturebookauthor #picturebookartist #kidlit

Happy Tuesday! Today's bird is a Wood Pigeon. I heard one on my walk the other day. Such a lovely sound 💕🪶 I hope you are having a great week! #bainbridgeislandbirds #pacificnorthwestbirds #birdart #woodpidgeon Thank you for all the likes on my Purple Martin! 💜💜

Oh no! Fisher Frog's webbed hand is caught in the bowling ball! 😮😂 Down the lane he goes! If his body knocks over the pins, can it still count as a strike? #inkandwatercolor #handdrawn #picturebookauthor #picturebookartist #kidlit #worldwatercolorgroup

Sheldon Snail stops to talk to Freida Dragonfly during his snail mail route. #inkandwatercolor #picturebookillustration #picturebookauthor #picturebookartist #childrenspicturebooks #kidlit

12x12 celebrates the first day of spring! 🌸 📚 MY AMERICA BLOOMS by Nazanin Agange Ford 📚 MORE THAN A TREE by @sarahkurpiel.bsky.social 📚 SPRINGTIME STORKS by Carol Joy Munro Find them here: buff.ly/nDrjJS2 #12x12PB #kidlit

Cheers to the weekend. Here's my very late lounging leopard in an orange tree for this weeks #Colour_Collective #CCAndroidGreen I tried to rush her but she was not having it. #kidlit #kidlitart

Something less birdy! A Blue Tang at my daughter's request. 😁🐟 A fun one to do! I hope you are having a great day! #bluetang #dory #founddory #fishpainting

Today's bird is my favourite Anna's hummingbird. In honour of my mum on what would've been her birthday. Miss her everyday. #bainbridgeislandbirds #pacificnorthwestbirds #birdart 🪶 #hummingbirdpainting

Happy Spring Equinox! Today is the first day of spring so Rosie & Sara are out enjoying the beautiful blooms covering the hillside! A day filled with color and joy, so let yourself bloom! #inkandwatercolor #handdrawn #picturebookauthor #picturebookartist #kidlit #worldwatercolorgroup