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Laurie Brosius

@lks2drw.bsky.social

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Illustrator/author in the KidLit world. Seeking rep. All art © Laurie Brosius https://lauriebrosius.myportfolio.com/portfolio

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Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · 8d

It's #KidLitArtPostcard Day!

Seeking rep. 🎃

Portfolio:
lauriebrosius.myportfolio.com

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #graphicdesigner #LaurieBrosius

Promo postcard for author/illustrator/graphic designer Laurie Brosius featuring an illustration of a young boy dressed as a cowboy for Halloween. He is running, carrying a pumpkin light (for safety) in one hand and his pumpkin-shaped bucket full of candy is his other hand, while looking over his shoulder. The background is a spooky nighttime desert scene featuring cacti, distant hills and large full moon.
©Laurie Brosius 2025

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · 8d

It's #KidLitArtPostcard Day!

Seeking rep. 🎃

Portfolio:
lauriebrosius.myportfolio.com

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #graphicdesigner #LaurieBrosius

Promo postcard for author/illustrator/graphic designer Laurie Brosius featuring an illustration of a young boy dressed as a cowboy for Halloween. He is running, carrying a pumpkin light (for safety) in one hand and his pumpkin-shaped bucket full of candy is his other hand, while looking over his shoulder. The background is a spooky nighttime desert scene featuring cacti, distant hills and large full moon.
©Laurie Brosius 2025

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · 20d

Artists! Quote with your night art!

#kidlitart #illustration #LaurieBrosius

A young pirate holding a lantern discovers a spooky bat-filled cave entrance — a jack-o-lantern and skeleton guard the entrance.
©Laurie Brosius

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · 27d

No, I’m not in California, I’m east coast. And, yes, TNR programs are great. I hope more states/communities follow suit. There are way too many unwanted animals in this world, which is heartbreaking.

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · 27d

Good to know.😊

I googled ear tipping recently because I’ve had a stray that visits my backyard — its right ear is tipped. My friend has a male cat with its left ear tipped and wondered if there was a standard for tipping.

Left or right, I’m just glad that the stray in my yard is spay/neutered.

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · 27d

I just recently found out that which ear they “tip” is significant — they tip the left ears for males and the right for females.

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · 29d

Elemental art share featuring water 🌊

If you see this, post something watery!

#kidlitart #illustration #artshare

Illustration of a bear wearing sunglasses who is reclining on a beach towel under an umbrella while drinking water. He is surrounded by his beach necessities: a bucket and shovel, a football, a book, snacks and suntan lotion. A curious sand crab looks on.
Copyright 2025 Laurie Brosius

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Sep 4

I've had this happen as well, though only one raccoon — you had an army of them!

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Sep 4

Love your style...such cute characters.

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Sep 4

I love everything about this illustration -- color, style, the feelings it emotes. Well done.

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Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Sep 4

So long summer... 👋

This is an encore appearance for my bear character who made his first appearance in my July postcard.

#KidLitArtPostcard

Seeking rep.

Portfolio:
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#kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #graphicdesigner #LaurieBrosius

A promo postcard for illustrator Laurie Brosius featuring a bear carrying his beach bag and umbrella as he leaves the beach. A football and bag of snacks is seen protruding from his bag. The sky is glowing orange as the sun sets on the ocean. ©Laurie Brosius 2025

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Sep 4

So long summer... 👋

This is an encore appearance for my bear character who made his first appearance in my July postcard.

#KidLitArtPostcard

Seeking rep.

Portfolio:
lauriebrosius.myportfolio.com

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #graphicdesigner #LaurieBrosius

A promo postcard for illustrator Laurie Brosius featuring a bear carrying his beach bag and umbrella as he leaves the beach. A football and bag of snacks is seen protruding from his bag. The sky is glowing orange as the sun sets on the ocean. ©Laurie Brosius 2025

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Sep 3

Your paintings are wonderful. Do you use watercolor as well — or strictly gouache?

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Aug 8

Happy Belated! 🌺🌼💐

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Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Aug 7

It's been a hot summer, but this pup knows how to stay cool. ☀️💦

#KidLitArtPostcard

Seeking rep.

Portfolio:
lauriebrosius.myportfolio.com

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #graphicdesigner #LaurieBrosius

Promo postcard for kidlit illustrator Laurie Brosius featuring a cute white pup with brown spots who has a yellow ball in its mouth and is cooling off in a lawn sprinkler. ©2025

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Aug 7

It's been a hot summer, but this pup knows how to stay cool. ☀️💦

#KidLitArtPostcard

Seeking rep.

Portfolio:
lauriebrosius.myportfolio.com

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #graphicdesigner #LaurieBrosius

Promo postcard for kidlit illustrator Laurie Brosius featuring a cute white pup with brown spots who has a yellow ball in its mouth and is cooling off in a lawn sprinkler. ©2025

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Aug 6

Congrats!! 🥳

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Jul 31

I’ve heard of using that, but didn’t know if it was as effective as traditional art fixative or if it would cause discoloration of the art over time.

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Jul 31

When you use pastels in a sketchbook, what kind of fixative do you use to prevent the pages from smearing/transferring color?

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Jul 17

Love this! What type of paper do you prefer for oil pastels?

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Jul 8

Hello all! It's #PortfolioDay 🎨.

I’m Laurie Brosius, an author/illustrator/graphic designer seeking representation & creative work in #kidlit PB, covers, magazine/editorial, etc.

lauriebrosius.myportfolio.com/portfolio

#KidLitArt #LaurieBrosius

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Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Jul 3

I'm always amazed at how tired I am after a "relaxing" day at the beach. ⛱️ ☀️

#KidLitArtPostcard

Seeking rep.

Portfolio:
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#kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #graphicdesigner #LaurieBrosius

A promo postcard for illustrator Laurie Brosius featuring a bear wearing sunglasses who is lounging on a colorful striped towel at the beach. The bear is sipping a drink through a straw and has a bag of snacks to munch on while he reads a book. He has a bottle of sunscreen and a multicolor umbrella to protect him from the sun. A beach pail and shovel, as well as a football, are nearby and ready for action. A small land crab is keeping the bear company. ©Laurie Brosius 2025

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Jul 3

I'm always amazed at how tired I am after a "relaxing" day at the beach. ⛱️ ☀️

#KidLitArtPostcard

Seeking rep.

Portfolio:
lauriebrosius.myportfolio.com

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #graphicdesigner #LaurieBrosius

A promo postcard for illustrator Laurie Brosius featuring a bear wearing sunglasses who is lounging on a colorful striped towel at the beach. The bear is sipping a drink through a straw and has a bag of snacks to munch on while he reads a book. He has a bottle of sunscreen and a multicolor umbrella to protect him from the sun. A beach pail and shovel, as well as a football, are nearby and ready for action. A small land crab is keeping the bear company. ©Laurie Brosius 2025

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Jul 1

Wow, that is so cool!

“Runaway Ralph” was a favorite of mine when I was in fourth grade. I was big into motorcycles and even remember drawing Ralph on his motorcycle.

Laurie Brosius @lks2drw.bsky.social · Jun 25

I like that the shape of the chair back looks like an open book. 📖 😃