The Great Seagull Mutiny. Now they are on the way to look for The Island of Chips. #kidlitart

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! Hello art directors and editors—I’m Heegyum, a Korean illustrator based in New York. I love creating playful, nature-inspired, and animal-filled art for picture books! If you’re looking for whimsical storytelling with heart, let’s connect! Portfolio: mrfox.nyc

Dumpling Party!! #kidlitart #dumpling

Has anybody had any luck after sending cold emails to art directors in the publishing industry? It seems incredibly hard to break into this field—and some of the emails even get blocked by company's firewalls..What is the best way the get noticed by art directors?? #kidlitart

Working on the portfolio never ends… 🫠 #kidlitart

Hello art directors and editors! Happy #kidlitartpostcard day. My name is Hegyum, a Korean illustrator based in New York. I am open to #picturebook projects—especially those featuring animals, nature, or whimsical storytelling.

“We could turn it into a magnificent mansion!!”, the Architect shouted. “I’d like to live in an mansion.”, said Little Mole. #TheLemonMystery #kidlitart

Chracter sheet. Korean folktale about red bean porridge and a tiger. #kidlitart

One by one, the villagers were heading to work. “Hello Chef! Which dish are you cooking up today?” “Morning Cheesemonger! What cheese are you making today?” The Little Mole tried to catch up with everybody. #kidlitart #TheLemonMystery

Another day began in the village. “Come on, Little Mole. You don’t want to be late for school again!” Little Mole dragged his tiny feet and headed out the door. “But I do want to be late for school.”, Little Mole muttered. #kidlitart

WIP. One of the picture book idea I am working on 💙

I was not a big fan of school. I used to spend about 10 mins with my eyes half-closed. 😬 #kidlitart

dpictus.com/unpublished Anybody participates this year?

I’m currently working on two picture book ideas! (I know, very ambitious 🤣) The story for this one is finally starting to take shape, and I’ve begun thinking about the characters. It’s a retelling of Korean folktale! #kidlitart #kidlit

This is my very first post on Bluesy—Hello! My name is Heegyum Kim, I am a Korean author-illustrator based in New York. I am excited to connect with others in the #kidlit community!!