Another version of poor Julia who was too tall to join the women's army during WWII. #kidlit #womeninhistory

My first illustrated book is now available where books are sold. #kidlit #publisheillustrator #bookpublished youtu.be/GsjkjlbNw84?...

At 6'2" Julia Child was too tall to join the Women's Army, so she joined the OSS. Later known as the CIA. #kidlit #womenhistory

Some of my favorite gesture drawings from Todd Bright's All in Gesture live video session . Come join us!

Did you know that Julia Child helped create shark repellent during WWII while she was in the OSS? The OSS later became known as the CIA. Fascinating woman! #juliachildspy #juliachilds #julia #juliachild #kidlitillustration

September KidLitArtPostcard art. I had so much fun with this Mary Poppins inspired illustration. I love creating characters with heart. I am looking for representation and my next project. lauriesawyer.artstation.com #portfolioday #kidlitartpostcard #kidlit #lookingforrepresentation

Doggust is almost over so I had to get a cute Halloween puppy in ! #doggust2025 #dogsinaugust2025 #kidlit #kidlitart

Jump in the water is fine! #kidlit #kidlitart #doggust2025 #dogsinaugust2025

This is an idea in my head for a book, based on Julia Child's time in the OSS. I like to illustrate with heart, wonder and wimsy and I am looking for my next project. Happy KidlitArtPostcard Day! #kidlitartpostcard #kidlit #artistseekingagent #juliachild #youngreader

Anyone participating in Doggust here on Bluesky? #doggust2025 #kidlitart #artistlookingforagent

Disneyland celebration with a couple unwanted guests. #kidlit #disneyland70anniversary

No piece of cheese or treat is safe around this adorable cat burglar! #kidlitart #kidlit #cutecat #artistlookingforrep

A little Viking girl character I am developing for a personal project. Meet Crystal, and her fearless stead and Raven companion. #kidlitart #ponyfriend #kidlit #ravenaet

I love bringing characters to life on the pages of children's books—creating personalities that feel real and full of heart. Currently seeking new projects and agent representation. Let’s connect! lauriesawyer.artstation.com #kidlitartpostcard #KidLitArt #ChildrensBooks #IllustratorSeekingAgent

Bear Hugs are the best! #kidlit #kidlitart

Another gesture drawing that I took to final. I had so much fun drawing this Viking Girl! Great poses! #allingesture #AIG #vikinggirl #dragonsofinstagram #kidlitillustration #kidlitartist #kidlit

Rainy Days and Mondays always get me down. An illustration from my latest project for Boys Town Press. Vanessa learns to rewrite the stories her mind creates. Even as an adult, I need to remember this lesson! #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration

This is the cover art for my second book that will be printed later this year. Looking for my next project! I love bringing emotions to life #kidlitartpostcard #kidlit #kidlitillustration

Night on the town #mermay #mermaid #merman #kidlit #kidlitart

Just found out today is World Turtle Day. #mermay_official #mermay #mermay2025 #worldturtleday #seaturtle #mermaid #kidlit #kidlitart

Gardening Daydreaming Mermaid. Swipe to see the gesture drawing that inspired this piece. We had Goth Beach Day theme on Saturday's All in Gesture workshop with Todd Bright. #mermay_official #mermay #mermay2025 #mermaidlife #kidlitart #gesturedrawing #gardening #gothgirl

It's Preakness Day and this little Seahorse and Mermaid are ready. #mermay_official #mermay2025 #mermaidlife #mermayhair #seahorse #seahorseart #preakness #preakness2025 #kidlitart #kidlit

Rainy Day Mermaid. #mermay2025 #mermay #mermaid #kidlitart

Getting the day started. #mermay #mermaid #kidlit

Anyone participating in Mermay her on Bluesky? I won't be following prompts or doing everyday but as many days as I can. #mermay #mermay_official

One of my favorite illustrations from the upcoming book I illustrated on Boy's Town Press #kidlit #kidlitart

Happy Easter from a little Easter Seal and Mermaid #kidlit #watercolor

Sketching today for a book this little girl appeared on my page. She is soooo cute, I had to make a quick color sketch of her. #kidlit #kidlitart #characterdesign #kidlitillustrator

Cover of the soon to be published book I illustrated for Boys Town Publishing. Seeking representation and more exciting projects! I love using bold colors and motion in my picture book storytelling. #portfolioday #kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcard #picturebook

I went to see the live action Snow White and I really enjoyed it. I still love the original and the queen changing into the witch in the live couldn't touch the hand drawn version. #snowwhite #kidlit #kidlitart #disneyfanart

I completely missed KidLit Postcard Day last week. I am presently working on a title that will complete in March and I am hoping to have a new book to start. I would also love to begin working with an agent. #kidlitpostcard #kidlitartPostcard #kidlitart #lookingforrepresentation

Here's wishing for some magic in 2025 for all! #kidlit #kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcard #newyear

Waiting up for Santa! #kidlitart #kidlitartist #twasthenightbeforechristmas #santa #christmas

One of my favs from the recently published book, It's Hard to be Four when you're Two. I learned so much from illustrating this book. I am onto my second book now with Boy's Town Publishing. I am very excited to be working with them. #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitartist #rabbits

Who used to love the Johnny Appleseed shirt on The Wonderful World of Disney. #kidlitartist #johnnyappleseed #disney

This month's postcard was inspired by a local zoo in Pennsylvania, the Elmwood Park Zoo. I love drawing animals in action. I am interested in Kid Lit, Middle Grade work and representation. #kidlitpostcard #kidlitpostcardart #kidlit #watercolor #redpand #giraffe #otters

Just finished my first commissioned Children's Book and this is one of my favorite illustrations. #kidlit #kidlitillustrators #kidlitart #kidlitartdirectors

This month's postcard includes an illustration I did for my first book assignment. I learned so much working on this book and I am looking forward to illustrating more Children's books. I am also interested in Middle Grade covers and spot illustrations. #kidlitpostcard #kidlitpostcardart #kidlit

Saw this cute little fairy on a scooter heading to a Trunk or Treat in my neighborhood and I had to draw her. I was just playing around with color and feel. #kidlit #kidlitcommunity #impressionism #halloween #trickortreat

Hello October Kidlitart Postcard Day! I love adding humor and motion to my pieces and love creating adorable characters. I am a working graphic designer that loves to combine my two loves, illustration and design. #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitart #kidlit #characterdesign

Watercolor gestures of dancers that I did while researching for a possible book assignment. #kidlit #kidlitart #gestures #dance

Hello September Kidlitart Postcard Day! I am a pre published storyteller looking for representation and my first published book. I love adding humor to my pieces and love creating adorable characters. #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitart #kidlit #characterdesign

We wrapped up our Olympics month challenge at All in Gesture. (a Sat. Morning workshop with Disney Animator Todd Bright, gesture drawing with live model). I gool some of the gesture drawings and created my Olympic Dogs and one cat. #kidlitart #gesturedrawing #Anthropomorphic #cutecat #cutedogs

Just a couple boxing Boxers. Inspired by Gesture Drawings with Todd Bright. #kidlitart #boxerdogs #doggust2024

Combining the Doggust challenge and our All in Gesture Tennis model this week. This is two Golden Retrievers playing tennis. #kidlitart #doggust #dogsinaugust

This is my silly, lovable crazy boy Apache! I have a small crate in my room that was for him when he was a puppy. Well, Apache still gets into the crate and sleeps sometimes. I have no idea even how he gets himself in! #kidlitart #doggust2024 #dogsinaugust

Been loving the amazing personalities and stories coming out of the Paris Olympics! I couldn't resist making some fanart, reimagining the athletes as cool teenagers. #fanart #kidlitart #olympics

Happy August and Happy Kidlit Postcard Day! This is my 100 things I love to draw. I am looking for PB, MG projects and representation. Let's create together! lauriesawyer.artstation.com #kidlitartpostcard #kidlit #lookingforrepresentation

Here is #summerfolio week 2 prompt. Work on your kidlit illustration portfolios #kidlit #kidlitMegaFeed #illustration

SCBWI July prompt, backpack. #scbwi #kidlitart #backpack