El Carrel
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Chicago based Children’s book illustrator Seeking Representation CCC Illustration ‘26
pinned post!
Happy
#kidlitartpostcard
Day! I am El, and I am a nonbinary kidlit illustrator based in Chicago, IL! I am seeking work in picture books as well as representation! 🏠
www.elcarrelillustration.com
✉️
[email protected]
14 days ago
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Bryony Crane
14 days ago
Hello! Haven’t managed a
#kidlitartpostcard
in a while! 👋📮 Looking for lovely colourful projects across PB/MG/early reader/anything childrens-adjacent! 🎨
bryonycrane.com
✉️
[email protected]
Rep’d by
@sophiesheumaker.bsky.social
at
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social
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Rachel Foo
14 days ago
Happy
#kidlitartpostcard
day! I'm Rachel and I love drawing picture books! Am open for picture books, board books and any kidlit-art-related projects from August/September onwards. Website: rachel-foo.com Agency 💼 :
astound.us/publishing
#kidlitart
#kidlit
#art
#illustration
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Olga Komashko
14 days ago
Happy
#KidLitArtPostcard
day! I’m Olga, an author-illustrator who loves storytelling, humour, and creating adorable animals (and funny bugs!). Currently working on my picture-book dummies and open to collaborating on picture books & board books. Portfolio:
www.olgakomashko.com
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Happy
#kidlitartpostcard
Day! I am El, and I am a nonbinary kidlit illustrator based in Chicago, IL! I am seeking work in picture books as well as representation! 🏠
www.elcarrelillustration.com
✉️
[email protected]
14 days ago
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Olga Komashko
about 1 month ago
Hello! It’s
#portfolioday
! My name is Olga Komashko, I’m a children’s book illustrator who loves storytelling🙂 I am open for board book and picturebook projects. My portfolio:
www.olgakomashko.com
You can reach me at:
[email protected]
#portfolioday
#kidlitart
#picturebook
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Katie hicks :•)
about 1 month ago
Hi
#portfolioday
I’m an illustrator and comic artist and I’m available for work :) 💫katiehicksart.com 🌟
[email protected]
🌝insta: @ Kati.hicks
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Anna Florsdefum
about 1 month ago
Hi
#PortfolioDay
! I’m Anna a
#kidlit
illustrator who loves illustrating wonderful stories full of nature. I'm looking for new and exciting projects, picture and board books! Contact me if you'd like to work together! ☀️
www.annaflorsdefum.com
✉️
[email protected]
#kidlitart
#illustration
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Hello and happy
#PortfolioDay
My name is El, and I am a nonbinary illustrator seeking work in picture books! Check out more of my work below! 🏠
www.elcarrelillustration.com
✉️
[email protected]
#kidlit
#kidlitillustration
#childrensbookillustrator
about 1 month ago
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Clary Huang
about 2 months ago
Happy
#KidLitArtPostcard
Day! I’m inviting you to Little Bear’s first woodland recital🐻🎵 I’m a
#kidlit
illustrator based in the U.S. Open for PBs, BBs, editorials, & all things kids’ art. Can’t wait to work with you on your next project! ✨ Rep’d by Tracy Marchini Literary 🖥️
claryillustration.com
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Martin Stanev
about 2 months ago
Hello
#KidLitArtPostcard
! My name‘s Martin and I’m a
#kidlit
illustrator & author. I’m looking for more opportunities in picture books, novelty and other kid-related projects. 🌐
martinstanev.com
📖 Rep’d by
InklingIllustration.com
✉️
[email protected]
#kidlitart
#illustration
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danamarie hosler/ mightypigeon
about 2 months ago
It’s
#kidlitartpostcard
day! It’s also World Autism Awareness day. My name is Danamarie and I’m an autistic illustrator & educator who loves empowering kids of all ages. I’m represented by
@jenrofe.bsky.social
@andreabrownlit.bsky.social
and you can see more of my work at
www.danamariehosler.com
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A perfect rainy day illustration for a rainy day here in Chicago! Happy
#kidlitartpostcard
Day! I am El, and I am a nonbinary kidlit illustrator based in Chicago, IL! I am seeking work in picture books as well as representation! 🏠
www.elcarrelillustration.com
💌
[email protected]
about 2 months ago
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Recently painted this postcard inspired by my trip to Japan! I saw this beautiful shrine in Kyoto with a crane on top that I just had to illustrate!
2 months ago
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Elsa Martins 🖍️ illustrator
3 months ago
Happy
#KidLitArtPostcard
day AND happy
#worldbookday
✨ I’m Elsa, and I love creating heartfelt stories with a touch of humour. I also love penguins. 🎨
somebodyelsa.com
#kidlit
#kidlitart
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Happy
#kidlitartpostcard
Day! I am El, and I am a nonbinary kidlit illustrator based in Chicago, IL! I am seeking work in picture books as well as representation! I love wild shapes, colors, and animals! 🏠
www.elcarrelillustration.com
💌
[email protected]
3 months ago
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Happy
#kidlitartpostcard
Day! I am El, and I am seeking representation along with work in picture books! I love wild shapes, colors, and animals! 🏠
www.elcarrelillustration.com
💌
[email protected]
3 months ago
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2025 is nearing its end, so it’s time for my yearly
#artvsartist
I had a lot of fun opportunities and projects going on this year, so I picked out some of my favorites!! Find more of my work at:
www.elcarrelillustration.com
2025 was a strong year, hoping 2026 is even better!
#kidlit
#kidlitart
5 months ago
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I’ve been participating in
#OnceUponAWinter2025
by
#OrangeBeakStudio
Today’s prompt was Rooftops!
6 months ago
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Tori Kate
6 months ago
Hi
#kidlitartpostcard
day! ❄️ I’m Tori & I love creating fun, silly & heartwarming characters - animals and human! Interested & open for work in PB & BoardBooks Represented by Analía Cabello
@analiacabello.bsky.social
at
@andreabrownlit.bsky.social
More artwork @
torikateillustration.com
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Nicola Schofield
6 months ago
Happy December
#kidlitartpostcard
day! When does winter feel like it's truly started for you? More work here: 🌐
Nicolaschofield.com
I'm open for picturebook work in 2026. contact my lovely agent
@sallymkim.bsky.social
at
@andreabrownlit.bsky.social
#kidlitart
#illustration
#picturebooks
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Happy Holiday
#kidlitartpostcard
day!! My name is El Carrel, and am a
#kidlitillustrator
who loves showcasing whimsical stories through bright colors and expressive shapes! 🏡
elcarrelillustration.com
✉️
[email protected]
6 months ago
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Antonieta Muñoz Estrada
7 months ago
Hi there!
#KidLitArtPostcard
I'm Antonieta, a children's book illustrator based in Mexico, who enjoys drawing fun, colorful characters! I'm open to picture books, board books, and early readers. Feel free to reach out!
#kidlit
#kidlitart
www.mariadrawss.com
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Gael_Me ☆ Illustrator
7 months ago
Hello! Happy
#KidLitArtPostcard
day ✨️ I'm Ada, a Filipino illustrator looking and available for PB, MG, YA or any illustration work. Seeking representation. 🎨:
adaabigael.weebly.com
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Happy
#kidlitartpostcard
day!! My name is El Carrel, and am a
#kidlitillustrator
looking for work in picture books! With a focus on bright colors and expressive shapes I can bring to life magical or grounded stories! 🏡
elcarrelillustration.com
✉️
[email protected]
7 months ago
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Happy Halloween everyone!
7 months ago
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Jenn Harney
7 months ago
Hiho
#portfolioday
It’s me! I’m Jenn. I like to draw all the things and I’m ALWAYS looking for work. (I do the writing stuff too sometimes!)
jkharney.blogspot.com
#kidlitart
#childrensbooks
#hiremeplease
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Yaroslava Apollonova
7 months ago
It’s
#PortfolioDay
! I’m Yara and I’m a neurodivergent mixed media illustrator, looking for new PB projects and cover work. I love textures, soft colors, drawing fun characters and weird animals. 🦥
www.odnatamyara.com
I’m represented by Jemiscoe Chambers-Black at
@andreabrownlit.bsky.social
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Anna Florsdefum
7 months ago
Hi
#PortfolioDay
! I’m Anna, a children's book illustrator who loves stories full of nature and cute animals. I'm looking for new and exciting projects, open to work on more picture and board books! ☀️
www.annaflorsdefum.com
✏️
www.instagram.com/annaflorsdefum
✉️
[email protected]
#kidlitart
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I also have been keeping up with
#peachtober25
!
7 months ago
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Nicola Schofield
7 months ago
Hello
#portfolioday
! I am a
#kidlit
illustrator (of many things) and author (of picturebooks) and here is a little snapshot of my portfolio. For a closer look, head to
NicolaSchofield.com
I'm repped by
@sallymkim.bsky.social
at
@andreabrownlit.bsky.social
#kitlitart
#pb
#illustration
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natalie
7 months ago
Hi
#PortfolioDay
! I'm Natalie, an illustrator and cartoonist living in Maine 🦞 I'm looking for rep/work in picture books, covers, and graphic novels. I'd be happy to draw for you! 💠
www.nanelsonart.com
💠
[email protected]
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Hi
#PortfolioDay
My name is El Carrel, and am
#kidlitillustrator
looking for work in picture books! With a focus on bright colors and expressive shapes I can bring to life magical or grounded stories! 🏡
elcarrelillustration.com
✉️
[email protected]
7 months ago
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Gael_Me ☆ Illustrator
8 months ago
Hello! Happy
#KidLitArtPostcard
day ✨️ I'm Ada, a Filipino illustrator looking and available for PB, MG, YA or any illustration work. Seeking representation. 🎨:
adaabigael.weebly.com
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I also started
#peachtober25
yesterday with the prompt acorn!
8 months ago
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I didn’t want to miss out on either
#peachtober25
or
#kidlitartpostcard
day today so why not combine the two! Today’s prompt is kite! Also, Hello! My name is El, and I am a Chicago based Illustrator looking for work in picture books! I love bright colors and lively shapes in my art!
8 months ago
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Elio
10 months ago
It’s back-to-school time. You’re getting new shoes, and your mom is making you do that funny little walk around the store to test them out.
#kidlitartpostcard
#kidlitart
www.eliopictures.com
represented by
@andreabrownlit.bsky.social
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Nicola Schofield
10 months ago
I actually made two postcards this month. Clearly I have too much time on my hands - someone give me a picturebook to illustrate! 😄 🌐
NicolaSchofield.com
Rep by
@sallymkim.bsky.social
at
@andreabrownlit.bsky.social
#kidlitart
#kidlitartpostcard
#picturebook
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Angela Matteson
10 months ago
Hello!
#KidLitArtPostcard
! A firefly fest to celebrate the abundant fireflies in the garden this year!
angelamatteson.com
I’m represented by
@jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart
#kidlit
#illustration
#art
#ChildrensBooks
#picturebooks
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Happy
#kidlitartpostcard
day! My name is El, and I am a Chicago based Illustrator looking for work in picture books! I love bright colors and fun shapes in my art! You can find more of my work at:
www.elcarrelillustration.com
10 months ago
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Happy
#kidlitartpostcard
day! My name is El Carrel, and I am an illustrator who loves shapes and colors!! I love working on picture books and board books!!
#kidlitillustration
#kidlitartist
#kidlitart
#childrensbookillustrator
#childrensbook
11 months ago
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Wanted to take part in SCBWI’s monthly “Draw This!” art prompt! This month’s prompt was Oops! I finished it just in time!
#scbwidrawthis
#scbwiillinois
#scbwi
#scbwiillustrators
#kidlit
#kidlitillustration
11 months ago
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Summertime means picnic time!! Here’s a little illustration I did to celebrate summer!
#kidlitart
#kidlit
#kidlitillustration
12 months ago
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Yaroslava Apollonova
12 months ago
It’s
#kidlitartpostcard
day! 🐈⬛ Hello art directors and editors! My name is Yara, I’m a freelance illustrator interested in picture books and cover work! I love textures, weird animals and warm colors I’m rep’d by
@jemiscoe.bsky.social
at
@andreabrownlit.bsky.social
Portfolio:
odnatamyara.com
✨
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Brooke Baum
12 months ago
Woohoo, it's
#kidlitartpostcard
day! I love to create fun, silly, kid-focused art. I'm a
#PBRisingStars
mentee and I'll query agents in the fall! This goofy dragon is from a new dummy I'm working on! 🌐
heybrookebaum.com
💌
[email protected]
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#art
#illustration
#dragon
#pb
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Elio
12 months ago
A postcard from the world’s most BORING museum. My name is Elio. I’m an illustrator represented by
@andreabrownlit.bsky.social
+
@jenrofe.bsky.social
/ Associate professor of instruction at
@columbiachi.bsky.social
/ and a dad.
www.eliopictures.com
#kidlitartpostcard
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Happy
#kidlitartpostcard
day! Hello everyone! My name is El Carrel, and I’m a freelance illustrator based in Chicago, interested in picture books! I love animals, nature, and vibrant colors!
12 months ago
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Shiho Pate ペイトしほ Illustration
about 1 year ago
Hello
#KidlitArtPostcard
Day! 🌸
shihopate.com
for more of my work 🌸 Represented by Deborah Warren at East West Literary Agency 🌸 I love illustrating children's books with heart, humor, puppets, Halloween, adventures 🌸 I am working on my first author illustrator book
#kidlitart
#art
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Diandra Mae
about 1 year ago
Happy
#KidLitArtPostcard
Day! I’m an author-illustrator who loves drawing young kids exploring the world around them, especially in nature. I am seeking representation. You can see more of my work at
diandramae.com
🎨
#kidlit
#kidlitart
#illustrator
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Elio
about 1 year ago
Happy
#KidLitArtPostcard
day! Join the Walrus Washers team! My name is Elio. I’m an illustrator represented by
@andreabrownlit.bsky.social
+
@jenrofe.bsky.social
/ Associate professor of instruction at
@columbiachi.bsky.social
/ and a dad. More work and books found here:
www.eliopictures.com
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Elsa Martins 🖍️ illustrator
about 1 year ago
Happy
#kidlitartpostcard
day! These two deserve their own story *adds to endless to-do list* I’m Elsa and I’m happy when I illustrate for kids. I’m always looking for the next exciting project to work on and give my all 🥰
#kidlitart
#picturebookillustration
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