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✨A big takeaway from this very interesting panel moderated by @temikatheartist 🥰 : the need for bravery and community for creators to make it in #kidlit publishing.✨ SCBWI New York virtual conference #scbwiNY25 @scbwi #scbwi

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#SCBWIDrawThis #cycle February SCBWI Draw This “Cycle” @scbwi #scbwi #scbwiArtober #scbwiillustrators #scbwifeaturedillustrator

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Looking for zoom links-find them in your Member Home under your My Resources Tab! Make sure you are logged in first. Here's a tutorial: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NuWk... #scbwi #scbwiny25

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See a hug, post a hug #Kidlitart

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Seeing your friend’s success over time is one of the coolest parts of the #kidlit community.

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Sweat pants? ✅ Cozy socks ✅ Fire in the woodstove ✅ Virtual @scbwi conference ✅ I have to say, when it’s this cold out a virtual conference is a delight!❄️ SCBWI New York virtual conference #scbwiNY25 #scbwiwinter25 @scbwi #scbwi #kidlit #childrensbookillustrator

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I just finished ruthlessly culling my website of older work. Why is that so hard to do? But I’m so happy I did it, like Marie-Kondoing a closet! www.kerrymcquaide.com #scbwiillustrator #picturebookart #picturebookartist #kidlitart #kidlitartist #kidlit

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Authors & Publishers posting about illustrated books, pls credit the ILLUSTRATOR. Doing a #CoverReveal? Credit illustrator & designer. Not only are you helping boost artist but it shows people that you or your publisher hired a HUMAN artist. #PicturesMeanBusiness Art @sarahmcintyre.bsky.social

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Can you believe this adorable Valentine by the very talented Susanne Lamb!? It made my day!❤️❤️❤️ Just a reminder that a small gesture, something beautiful or funny, something kind (something “heart-felt!) can make a difference. ❤️❤️❤️ susannelamb.com #valentine #kindness

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🎉🎉🎉 @kidlittv.bsky.social’s KIDLIT RADIO has been named one of Feed Spot’s 20 Best Children’s Literature Podcasts, calling it “a must follow in 2025”! Congrats to the other celebrated #kidlit podcasts! Here’s the full list: podcast.feedspot.com/children_lit... #kidlitpodcasts

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Hello #KidLitArtPostcard I'm Kerry McQuaide, a children's book author/illustrator based in New York. ✏️ My picture book, The Biggest, Highest Wave comes out on May 1st! @peterpauperpress I love to illustrate people, nature, and movement.❤️ Seeking representation.

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“This documentary lays the facts at our feet and gives us a glimpse of the brave people trying to keep books in libraries and keep young minds open.” @thelibrariansfilm.bsky.social

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Marketing Bootcamp with @debbieohi.com (I took A LOT of notes!) Big takeaways: work with your strengths and don’t waste your energy on the things that you hate doing or aren’t good at! 🤯 Seems obvious when you say it like that. #scbwiNY25 @scbwi #scbwi #kidlit #childrensbookillustrator

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Eastern Up! member and Critique Coordinator, John Ebbert, was selected to participate in an exhibition curated by local artist and children's book illustrator. James Ransome (James goes by ransome on social media and for his fine art.) www.newpaltz.edu/museum/exhib...

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Eastern Up! member and volunteer, Stefanie Salyer has published her first poem, "Reach for the Sky," in the Dirigible Balloon. The whimsical piece launched on the website in January 2025.

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The full criteria as defined in the starter pack: A starter pack of art, design, and creative directors who hire illustrators and/or designers. To be included directors must have a live, relevant URL in their bio and be relatively active on Bluesky.

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These October drawing challenges are a great way to shake up your art practice, draw subjects or styles you’ve been meaning to explore—all with a feeling of community. ❤️ #scbwiArtober2024 #ABLArtFest day 12: On the go! #ablartfest2024 #scbwi #kidlit #kidlitart @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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For the past couple of years, I use October to jump start an illustration portfolio overhaul. It’s become a personal tradition and it aligns with my most productive time of year. 🍂 #scbwiArtober2024 #ABLArtFest day 16: forest #ablartfest2024 #kidlit #kidlitart @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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October drawing challenge combo. #scbwiArtober2024 #scbwiArtober2024_gathering #ABLArtFest day 17: squeeze #ablartfest2024 #scbwi #scbwiArtober #SCBWIDrawThis #scbwiillustrators #scbwifeaturedillustrator #kidlit #kidlitart @andreabrownlit.bsky.social @scbwi

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I am always amazed at how when it comes to #writingretreats like Falling Leaves, growth happens in waves—before, during, and after the event. Thank you to our amazing faculty: Erika DiPasquale, Meredith Mundy, Trisha De Guzman, Catherine Laudone, & Christie Megill! #easternnySCBWI #fallingleaves

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#scbwiArtober2024 #scbwiArtober2024_chartreuse @scbwi #scbwi #scbwiArtober #SCBWIDrawThis #scbwiillustrators #scbwifeaturedillustrator

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A bit of a reach for the prompt? Inspired by a golden hour walk at the Osterhoudt Flats. I’m following these two sisters to see where they end up. #scbwiArtober2024 #scbwiArtober2024_hayride @scbwi #scbwi #scbwiArtober #SCBWIDrawThis #scbwiillustrators #scbwifeaturedillustrator

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Starts today! Note that participating doesn't commit you to posting every day. Also, I encourage you NOT to just post your own stuff. This is a great opportunity to widen your network here on Bluesky, connect with other artists. Browse #scbwiArtober2024 & Like / Reply / Share.

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Happy Artober! Looking forward to seeing everyone’s doodles, sketches, and art! #scbwiArtober2024 #scbwiArtober2024_whispers @scbwi #scbwi #scbwiArtober #SCBWIDrawThis #scbwiillustrators #scbwifeaturedillustrator

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I’m exploring Cara and you can reorder your portfolio feed! 🎉 I’m finding ppl here to follow there so post your profile link like: cara.app/kerrymcquaide (Go to your profile, click on the three dots, and choose copy link.)❤️

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Excited to work w/ @PeterPauperPres and bring this book 🌊 🏄 into the world! It will be out in 2025. #picturebook #picturebooks #kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitartist #childrensbooks #childrensbookillustration www.kerrymcquaide.com

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