A throwback to some portraits I've made in the past, featuring inspiring book people!! Just a reminder that throughout June-Sept I'm offering portrait commissions, with all proceeds dedicated toward helping Raja and her family find food, shelter, and safety. Link in bio~

I won't claim that this was inspired by Chappell Roan...pero like, what if tho?? 👀 #Illustration #Sapphic #Snake #ChappellRoan #gay

In our magazine: Palestinian artist and writer @deltahead.bsky.social is frustrated by how American fiction depicts their people. They take us from Adam Sandler to James Cameron and beyond in this visual essay ...

I'll be at Flamecon this weekend in NYC with my buddy @deltahead.bsky.social at table N143. It's been ages since I've done a hometown show :P #queer #art

Another booklist of comics for July which is Disability Pride Month!! 🦼 ♿️ 🌟 bookshop.org/lists/graphi...

The newest book in THE KIDS IN MRS. Z'S CLASS series, OLIVE LITTLE GETS CRAFTY by Linda Urban w/art by @katfcomix.bsky.social, is another winner for elementary readers! Olive's got big plans for the club expo & the craft-astrophy that follows will have readers giggling. #KidLit @katemessner.com

It's pub day for SYNCLAIRE FIELDS KNOWS THE SCORE, the latest book in the Kids in Mrs. Z's Class series! Coordinated by @katemessner.com, illustrated by @katfcomix.bsky.social. What happens when your THING isn't working for you anymore? Here's a bit from the opening. Check out the whole series!

Wrapping up the week with great news! Miss Camper made it onto the Indie Bestsellers List AND was also featured on the School Library Journal's list of "37 Exceptional Graphic Novel & Manga Titles for All Ages | SLJ 2025 Stars So Far"! So thankful for all your support during its first week!!

Today. Is. The. Day! Two years in the making, and Miss Camper has finally hit the shelves! I can't wait for y'all to read it, a story deeply personal to me as a goofy yet scared lil' camper. I hope you enjoy Miss Camper as your newest summer read and please send me your lovely camper photos!#kidlit

ONE more day until Miss Camper is officially out! Here are some more concept sketches of Sue's friends (except for their pal Alvin, whose sketch is missing😓), her sister Carmen, and new characters introduced in this book! #misscamper #kidlit #missquincesgn #booksforkids

Book day is coming up, and it's been so lovely to see Miss Camper already appearing in bookstores! I even had the pleasure of autographing my first copies at Birdhouse Books today! #misscamper #kidlit #missquincesgn #booksforkids

Just six more days until Miss Camper is released!! Here’s a preview of Sue’s summer fashion creations. After my debut book, I learned the importance of having character model sheets ready, as they’re incredibly useful for maintaining continuity! #kidlit #graphicnovels

The countdown has officially started! With only a week left until Miss Camper hits bookstore shelves, I'm sharing exclusive behind-the-scenes content across social media. Don’t forget to preorder your copy or ask your local bookstore to set one aside for you.

Throughout June-September I’m offering commissions to support Raja and her family in Gaza. If you're interested in getting a portrait or a larger commission piece, please check out the link in my bio for more details & to access Raja's GoFundMe page. ko-fi.com/katfajardo/c...

Sue is heading to Camp Willow this summer but it isn't at all going as planned... Join Kat Fajardo on July 6th discussing MISS CAMPER, a companion to the award-winning middle grade graphic novel MISS QUINCES. RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/bookpeople... @katfcomix.bsky.social @pichikui.bsky.social

*GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT* See the full guest list at www.comicarts-sa.com/2025-special... @katfcomix.bsky.social (she/they) is a Honduran Colombian award-winning cartoonist known for their work on self-acceptance & Latine culture. Their debut graphic novel, Miss Quinces, was a National Indie Bestseller

Three of my artworks will be featured in the virtual exhibition "Blossoms & Beyond: A virtual flower & garden show" at The City Arts Center in Round Rock, TX, from May 17-July 8, 2025. The exhibition includes 143 pieces, so check it out if you're in town! (Yes, I know I misspelled Desert Willow lol)

Throughout my life, I've struggled with self-image & understanding femininity. However, recently I've found comfort in connecting with divine feminine energy, like the Aztec goddess Xochiquétzal & Mayan goddess Ixchel. Working with them feels empowering & has reshaped my perception of femininity.

Since moving to Austin, I’ve been drawn to Nopales, a symbol of resilience and bittersweet transformation. Even in tough times, we’re allowed to dream. Don’t lose hope ❤️‍🩹

Once again, it is time to remind people who are using Duolingo to learn new languages to switch to alternatives that have qualified human teachers.

In our magazine, a comic from @katfcomix.bsky.social: "Every day, my community bears the weight of injustice ..."

Hi I used to work at Starbucks customer service: if you call or email about this, they are absolutely tracking those numbers, and a sufficient amount of public pushback does make them rethink shit sometimes, so now would be an EXCELLENT time to let them know they’re being ableist shitheads

I've been enrolled in a public art training program at the Dougherty Arts Center, which has been helping me in come up with ideas for murals I want to create. I could imagine this one by a wall covered with plants, with its eyes glowing in the dark 🌿👀🌿

It's hard to explain to people outside this fight that Texas is currently trying to ban kids from using public libraries... but they are; it's passed out of committee, and it's going to a floor vote. 🚨If you know ANYONE in Texas it's time for them to call their reps and demand NO ON HB3225🚨

When Clive Barker was working on the MUMMY remake for Universal in the early '90s, he had a trans character in the script, and when the studio vetoed it, he basically said "I really can't stress how much I don't need to fucking make THE MUMMY" and left.

Brainstorming concepts for my next tapestry piece. Loving this new medium and eager to experiment new ideas! 😊 #TapestryArt #ArtisticJourney #DesignIdeas #FiberArts #TextileArt #Handcrafted #CreativeExploration #illustration

One day I'll gain the ability to drive by roadkill and NOT cry. Today's not that day lol😢

I just want to give a huge shoutout to my all-time favorite heroes: librarians! Happy National Library Week! You all brighten my day so much. I love meeting you in person, especially at events like TLA, which was an absolute joy! Thank you for your dedication, support, & for providing a safe space!

Crossed something off my bucket list this month!! My 6-page comic, “On Latinidad and Solidarity”, for The Texas Observer’s March/April 2025 issue is officially out 💕

This affects all of NY but it essentially makes public transit in NYC inaccessible making congestion pricing a disability tax.

Go anti-woke, go broke Llano County settles librarian's wrongful termination suit over book removals for $225,000 www.statesman.com/story/news/p...

I'am here again. still suffering. Ramadan will over and Eid is coming, and I’am still sad, scared, and hungry. For those concerned, for 30 days not a single sip of water, medicine, or bite of food has entered Gaza. I need your donations to keep my family alive Please give for Eid to oppressed ppl🎁❤️

Weekly photo dump of muse (featuring donut collar bc little boy had fleas 😖)

Catch me at TLA next week! I’ll be on some fun panels & signing copies of my newest book Miss Camper!! 🏹

Hehehe I’m back in my snail mail era 🐌💌💅🏼

Would anybody be interested in a guide/template for running a local Artist Alley/Art Market event? We need more now more than ever. I only have experience running a successful, small, one day event, but plan on trying for a two day or a bigger space in the future.

Happy book birthday to @keklamagoon.bsky.social & @eliotschrefer.bsky.social! Their new books in THE KIDS IN MRS. Z'S CLASS series with @littlebrownyr.bsky.social are out today, and I can't WAIT for you to meet Wyatt and Ayana! Art by @katfcomix.bsky.social! www.hachettebookgroup.com/landing-page...

Calling all cool cats of Central Texas - mark your calendars for a full-day of fun & FREE activities for all ages! @karilavellewrites.bsky.social @lindsayleslie.bsky.social @katfcomix.bsky.social @lalenafisher.bsky.social

Today’s the last day @barnesandnoble.com is doing a huge preorder sale! If you want to preorder a copy of MISS CAMPER and get 25% off, join their free rewards program and use code PREORDER25 at checkout 🏹 #BNPreorder

1. Did you know that Girl Scouts has, for a long time, accepted trans girls and nonbinary scouts? Trans kids are under attack. Every year, I make a thread of trans and nonbinary girl scouts you can get your cookies from. Lets get our cookies from them this year in solidarity!

Closing on the 15th!!

Many members of the animation community have suffered unimaginable losses due to the LA wildfires – here is how to help displaced individuals in the animation industry. PLEASE SHARE WIDELY SO WE CAN HELP EVERYONE OUT!

The follow up to #MG #graphicnovel Miss Quinces by @katfcomix.bsky.social is out July 1 and does not disappoint: amzn.to/3ZRou2s #library #tlsky #skybrarians #books #librarian #bookrecommendation #graphicnovels #librarians

ITS THAT TIME AGAIN... THE 2025 MINICOMIC AWARD SUBMISSIONS ARE OPEN! 🎉🎉 Submit your mini comic from 2024 for consideration from now until February 1st!! cartoonist.coop/the-minicomi...

Last year, I donated a massive box of RPG books to a local prison. One of my best friends from high school is a prison librarian & he says RPGs are extremely sought after but very rarely donated, so if you have any unused RPG manuals you don't need consider donating them.

12.30.24 I never make any comics anymore

This time last year I got sick of not being able to draw comics. So I made a plan… I came up with a “gentle comics habit.” If you are a person who is trying to gently kickstart your comics drawing in the new year, I wrote a blog post for you. www.sophieyanow.com/a-gentle-com...

Calling all MIDDLE GRADE queer & BIPOC authors with books out in 2025! I’m putting together my tbr and list of books I’m considering for my Friday MG Book Recs and I want to make sure I don’t miss any. Drop yours in the comments so I can add it to my list and so others can know about it! #kidlit

I’m OBSESSED with the updated front & back covers for my newest graphic novel Miss Camper!! Look at that pretty sunset 👀 📚 Preorder link in bio! 📚

#kidlit friends, this is an amazingly comprehensive list of classes, workshops, webinars available to strengthen your craft. I already found a couple things I am looking into! Thank you Carolyn for compiling this!