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Who else is attending the SCBWI Virtual Winter Conference 2025 this weekend? @scbwi.bsky.social @scbwi-losangeles.bsky.social #scbwiny25 #scbwi #kidlitcommunity

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Took the kids to The National History Museum over the weekend, and got some really good reference photos for a historical fiction pitch deck I’m working on, that takes place during the gold rush era and early western settlement in California. #kidlitartist #kidlit #historicalfiction.

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Working on 4 illustration projects this week. Only one of them is a paid project though. I’m equally as motivated to complete all of them. I’m planning to entire quite a few art & illustration competitions this spring. I’ve got that spring time hop in my step. #illustrationartist

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"It is pitch dark. You are likely to be eaten by a grue." Two faces of Zork, one more iconic than the other. While I do find the dungeon text to be so, I dig this TSR-80 release cover with its pulpy fantasy vibes and an illustration of the White House (no, not that one).

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Attention Los Angles Illustrators and Writers. Join us for Sketch Safari where artist Alexander Vidal will teach an Animal Drawing Masterclass! #kidlitart #kidlit #amillustrating March 29th from 10a-12p at the L.A. Zoo Registration is open: www.scbwi.org/events/sketc...

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As an Illustrator I never stop wanting to learn new skills. My favorite membership is definitely Skill Share. So many great classes on there! Are there other illustrators, artists, designers out there like me? Art Students for life? What are your favorite classes to take? #skillshare

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To #KidLit ILLUSTRATORS seeking representation: Pls reply with ONE post that incl. a #KidLitArt image (include alt-text), link to your online portfolio and/or IG, other info if you can fit it in ONE post. (READ INSTRUCTIONS before replying 👇🏼) debbieohi.com/2025/02/are-...

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Calling agents seeking (human) #KidLitArt talent! Do browse this thread of art samples from #KidLit illustrators who are actively seeking representation: debbieohi.link/illustrators... To others: Pls help boost, esp if you have agents following you? It's a tough time for freelance illustrators.

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The resistance, scientist division. “This work is too important to die.” www.nytimes.com/2025/02/10/c...

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Happy #kidlitpostcardday - I’m an Illustrator who loves creating compelling narrative art for middle grade, YA & picture books, with genres like historical fiction, non-fictional nature sciences, dark academia, folklore, fantasy and horror. #kidlitartist #kidlitpostcard #scbwiartists

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Registration is now open for the upcoming Sketch Safari Day at the LA Zoo, hosted by SCBWI Los Angeles! I hope you will join us for this animal drawing masterclass with Illustrator, Alexander Vidal. www.scbwi.org/events/sketc... @alexandervidal.bsky.social #kidlitcommunityevents

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Another way to support LA: @gallerynucleus.bsky.social is hosting an online charity exhibition of art through 3/25. Lots of #kidlit artists. gallerynucleus.com/events/1073?...

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Hello! My name is Jessica Cooper, and I’m an illustrator and surface pattern designer based out of Los Angeles. I’m also the new Illustration Coordinator for the SCBWI Los Angeles. I hope to connect with #kidlitcommunity creators, illustrators & writers. #illustrator #art #patterndesign #bookish

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50 Calls for Submissions in February 2025 - Paying markets publishedtodeath.blogspot.com/2025/01/50-c...

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I’ve been practicing hand lettering. I took a Skill Share class with Kristen DePalma. I recommend her class if you’re interested in learning lettering. This was my assignment for her class. I always add the moon & some stars in my art. #letteringartist @skillshare.bsky.social

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We are a group of #kidlit creators who have been heartbroken by the devastating scenes in Los Angeles. We are raising desperately-needed funds for wildfire relief efforts with an auction taking place Jan 20th - Jan 28th. Please share: www.32auctions.com/organiza... Logo by @sydhanson.bsky.social

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Adria will provide a 30-minute AMA via Zoom in which you can ask her for individualized advice or ask her questions about writing, publishing, querying, or anything else you're curious about. Adria Goetz is a senior literary agent and illustration coordinator at KT Literary. #kidlit

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Some deadlines are past: January's 25 Jazzy Open Submission Calls! angeliquemfawns.substack.com/p/januarys-2...

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This is a pinnable post for the MSWL (Manuscript Wish List) & Call For Art & Writing feed. Searches list of approved users for terms like #MSWL #CallForArtists #CallForSubmissions etc. More info & to check if you're on the feed here. Those in my Editors, Agents & Art Directors lists already added.

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For those who DO care about what's happening in the world but sometimes need a break, feel free to follow my #Uplift feed: bsky.app/profile/debb... Hand-curated by yours truly, criteria unapologetically subjective.

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I recently painted this illustration of pink 80’s phone in a mossy moonflower garden setting, just for fun, because I love 1980’s & 90’s nostalgia, moonlit gardens & botanicals. I plan to make a series of my favorite 80s & 90s gadgets surrounded by nature. What do you think of this idea? #eighties

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Mostly packed for NYC, finalizing my notes/slides for my "Marketing Boot Camp For Busy Illustrators" Creative Lab at #scbwiNY25. I estimate I spent 60-70 hrs prep/researching for a 3-hr session. Silver lining: I learned a TON myself & plan to change my own approach for 2025 as well. 😉

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Okay revised the starter pack description to make it clearer. If u r a designer or illustrator please boost this to help me find other hiring directors. If u r an art, design, or creative director who hires designers and/or illustrators, raise your hand—I’ll add u. go.bsky.app/Hxoz9KX

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There have been many new additions to this #illustrator starter pack for you to follow. #artsky #writingcommunity

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Artist packs are being updated again. If you would like to join please post your art below and repost this <3 Art / Illustration Starter Pack 1 (NO AI) go.bsky.app/PLvhrhT Art / Illustration Starter Pack 2 (NO AI) go.bsky.app/EhAroo6 #art #artist #artistsky #illustrator #noai #antiai #drawing

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Hey friends, I entered my new ‘Moonflower Garden’ pattern design in the Spoonflower accent walls design challenge. I would love to get your vote if you like my design and want to vote for your favs. #patterndesign Here’s the link to vote: www.spoonflower.com/design-chall...

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Finally, you're here!! 📚🍎 #BookSky #kidlit #skybrarians #GLAMs #EduSky #TLSky #YSLSky

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I made a new illustrated self portrait yesterday. #selfportrait

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I was happy to see Dozens of Doughnuts on this list of picture books with a cottage core vibe. You know, in case you want to disappear into your own little forest cabin for the rest of winter, or maybe the next 4 years. bookriot.com/cottagecore-...

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Check out my latest midnight garden inspired patterned pillow on my Etsy shop. I created the design in my signature dark cottagecore style, with Luna moths, the moon, night blooming flowers and luminescent mushrooms. #darkcottagecore charmingartbyjessica.etsy.com/listing/1847...

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I’m posting my favorite illustration project I completed this year. I think horror, mystery, dark academia for middle grade and young adult books might really be my thing. #artvsartist2024

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Well it’s been quite a year. Time to reflect on all the accomplishments and make my goal list for next year. Here’s a recap of some of my favorite illustration & pattern design projects this year. #bestof2024

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Happy 31st birthday to DOOM!

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