I’m not usually very good at following through with challenges but #lillasstyleplay2025 has got me excited. I see it as a chance to explore and have fun. I am slowly seeing my style emerge. Here’s a few illustrations from the first week. #illustrationchallenge

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Have a pony! 🦄 jwahlgren.com/children

Hello! #KidLitArtPostcard I’m Melizza! Looking for Art Directors and Editors! #middlegrade #chapterbooks #covers Portfolio: www.melizzachernov.com Agent: [email protected] @mskanin.bsky.social #kidLitArt Thank you @ginaperry.bsky.social for creating this place for us all to connect!

It's #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm Alberta and I'm always on the lookout for projects *with a budget* 🤪 Find me at albertatorres.com or at my agency Darley Anderson for UK/NorthAmerica publishing. 👋

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m Jon, a picture book illustrator and designer. I’m a fan of funny and exciting stories (like secret agent bees 🐝) and open for new projects. You can see more of my work at JonCorbyArt.com. I’m represented by @marchsoloway.bsky.social @ @andreabrownlit.bsky.social 📚

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! Here's a style exploration for my book dummy. I'm an author and illustrator, open to • picture books/board books • lettering/title treatments • coloring graphic novels 📚 Rep'd by Natascha Morris @socalledyalife.bsky.social 🌐 joshjlewis.com

Happy #kidlitartpostcarday! Here’s a little Alice in Wonderland theme penguin teaparty! #illustrator #kidlitart

This week’s #patternswithmaja theme is all about cupcakes! 🧁 I'm new to pattern making, but I'm proud of this sweet design filled with charm and sugar-inspired fun. ✨ #PatternsWithMaja #PatternChallenge #SurfacePatternDesign #PatternLove #SweetDesigns #DessertInspired #SugarRushStyle #TooCuteToEat

If you see this post your cat art This one was inspired by this year’s summer vacation 🏕️🔥

Happy #NationalDogDay ! Here's a doggo I totally forgot that I drew, at some point! #kidlitart

Almost missed it…Happy National Dog Day from Farmer Barkley 🐶 #nationaldogday

A little rollerskating princess shiwing off her skills. #kidlitart

Hello boils and ghouls, we’re proud to unVEIL this year’s #AuGhost prompts a few days early! In August, create a new piece of art inspired by that day’s prompt word and post it using #AuGhost2025 Or don’t! There’s no pressure! Just relax and have ghostly fun! #artsky #drawing

SAVE THE DATES!!! Gab ‘n’ Doodle is bringing in the August heat is a line up of super stars on insta. #kidlitart #kidlitillustration #kidlit #kidlitillustrators #childrensbookstagram #kidlitartists #illustration

Trying to up my portrait game with some tips during yesterdays #summercreativereteat session #illustration

Exploring emotions and mushrooms through character creation and hand-lettering, I'm having fun with quirky mushroom characters. I've finished two books, releasing next month, and am reviewing my portfolio to attract more opportunities. www.stephaniemackayillustration.com

To sleep, perchance to dream Whimsical mushroom character springs to life, radiating magic and wonder. This enchanting figure, with vibrant colors and delicate features, resembles a fairy tale forest dweller. It might reside under ancient trees and moss, adding magic and guarding woodland secrets.

I'm applying techniques from Aveline Stokart's Mastering Lighting and Shading 21Draw course. I often feel timid about lighting in my illustrations but aim to overcome this. Although the lighting still feels conservative, I believe I'm progressing in the right direction.

I recently discovered a captivating piece of art called #DTIYS by the talented artist @colors_by_jen, which sparked a burst of creativity within me to create my own version. I'm exploring the dynamic world of Clip Studio Paint, and experimenting with new brushes and a slightly different style.

Trying out some new lighting techniques this morning. Still working out how best to use my new knowledge and incorporate it into my style. I’d love to hear your thoughts on it. #illustration #kidsbooks #childrensillustration #editionjeunesse

Just a little hedgehog feeling a little shy on his first day of school. #illustration #kidlitart #childrensbookillustrations #illustrator

Happy #kidlitpostcard day!! I am an illustrator specializing in children’s illustrations rep’d by @shannonassociates I have a passion for creating characters that spark giggles, dreams, and little gasps of delight. ☺️ #kidlitart #kidlitartist #childrensbookillustration #editionjeunesse

Taking a break from from studio work to experiment a little with this lovely #dtiys by @sanya_kreativ Congratulations on 900 followers. I’m looking forward to seeing more of your art.

I've been exploring a playful feline character inspired by our own Handsome Hansi, the coolest and most distinctive cat. His unique traits have inspired me to bring this character to life. I'm considering giving him a partner in crime. What do you think?

I haven't been very active on here (or anywhere) lately. Been busy sorting a lot of things out. As I slowly make my way back I thought I'd share a couple images from a look illustrated that came out earlier this year. A fun book about a little girl and the centipede that lives in her bathtub.

Hey, I’m Hollie an illustrator and author looking to work on PBs, Early Readers and younger Graphic Novels. (*Also seeking rep) [email protected] www.holliemichaels.com #kidlitartpostcard, #kidlit #kidlitart #cutebabies

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day!! Steph here. I enjoy coffee, dogs,cats, my kids and creating funny and cute illustrations involving whimsical charcaters for books and magazines (not necessarily in that order) www.stephaniemackayillustration.com Rep’d by Shannon Associates

Haven’t had much time lately to do some personal illustrations or work on new portfolio pieces, but i have been doing some quick illos to warm up before getting down to work. Thought I’d share a few 🙂

My cover for 'Elephant in the Tub' for #vintagebookweek25 Thanks for the challenge! @le_facciotte @geeksarecool @elizabeth.leyk.illustration @valeriaillustrates @iloveillustrators @moniquedong #illustration #artchallenges

Some warm up exercises from yesterday and today. Super fun exercise to get the creativity flowing. #illustration #drawdaily

Food for thought 🤔 Should I Quit Instagram? open.substack.com/pub/carsonel...

Ever wonder what snow in the swamp would look like? This is 5 miles into the Louisiana swamps in the Atchafalaya basin... it's unreal... having lived down there for the first 28 years of my life, we never saw anything like this. Smashed records. Curtesy of Garrett Roberts.

Slowly conquering my hatred of hand lettering, one postcard at a time. patreon.com/LaFumettista #postcard #illustration #valentinesdaycard

Fuel for thought. #grickledoodle #puns #ghost #anime #horror #cartoon #art #drawing #funny

I did it! I filled an entire sketchbook for the first time ever. I feel a little embarrassed considering I've been drawing most of my life. I didn't draw every day but I have been my most consistent self. Looking forward to restarting the process #illustration #kidlitart #goals

A couple cat creatures playing with stars. #illustration

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm Gina Perry, a New England author & illustrator & creator of this monthly promo event. I'm looking for new book projects that match my humor and quirky but sweet characters. Rep'd for books by Sean McCarthy Lit. www.ginaperry.com #kidlit #kidlitart #childrensbooks

July #kidlitartpostcard day is finally here! I’m an illustrator looking for representation and work in picture books, middle grade, board books. 📲 thepishposh.com 📩 [email protected] Hope everyone is staying cool out there! 🏝️ #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Breanna 🎨 I make my art with cut paper collage 📚 I’m the creator of the picture books LOU, GREENLIGHT, and THE SQUISH 💡I believe joy, imagination and delight matter! www.breannacarzoo.com Rep: @jenrofe.bsky.social at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

Guess what? We're officially on Cara! cara.app/portfolioday If you are posting to Cara tomorrow, make sure to use #PorfolioDay AND #opentowork! And tag the @portfolioday account! 💛 See you there!

Something I think is important in illustrated books— 'How To Direct the Viewers Eye in Children’s Books' 📚😎 Lead the reader’s eye where you want it to go! From page turns to pacing...take a read over here: heycrystalillustrates.substack.com/p/how-to-dir... #kidlit #kidlitart #art

Affinity is running a SIX MONTH free trial of their line of publishing software — that's Designer 2, Publisher 2, and Photo 2. Give them a whirl if you haven't! affinity.serif.com/en-us/trial/

Second year of lunch notes done 😎 #illustration #kidlitart

‘Awaiting the rushing river’ 🚗🐶 #art #kidlit #illustration #kidlitart

I have officially said farewell to Adobe. I simply cannot justify the subscription cost. I look forward to experiement more with Affinity Designer. #kidlitart #illustration #affinitydesigner

Happy Canada Day!

Some potted plants for you on this first of July. #illustration #kidlitart Happy Canada day! 🍁

If you see this, post a witch in a big hat! (Or three I guess 😄) #kidlitart

Portrait of a witch #kidlitart