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Kirsty ZW
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🇬🇧 Franco-British illustrator living in France
🇫🇷 Illustratrice franco-anglaise vivant en France
https://www.kirstyzw.art
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Kirsty ZW @kirstyzw.bsky.social · 7d
Happy #PortfolioDay !
I'm Kirsty ZW, a Franco-British illustrator looking to work on inclusive picture books.
I truly believe that representation matters and want to help kids who feel left out, feel better about themselves 🤍

www.kirstyzw.art
Cute illustration of a pupkin boy being greeted by his diverse group of friends. Cute illustration of a group of friends listening to one of them explain why the water swirls. Cute illustration of a little vampire girl transforming into a bat in front of her amazed friends. Cute illustration of a little zombie in a wheelchair making a joke so funny that all his friends are rolling on the ground laughing.
kirstyzw.bsky.social
Hello! This is me, and some of my little characters (who I usually refer to as "my babies"). Did this for my website, that should be up and running very soon! :)

#kidlit #cute #illustration #thisisme
January 20, 2026 at 5:13 PM
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mdashow.bsky.social
Hi, #PortfolioDay !
I'm Mike and I like creating fun, colorful character-driven art. I make lots of art for video and tabletop games and would love to create some MG book covers. I am also seeking representation.
Cheers!

#kidLitArt #characterDesign #characterIllustration #gameArt #illustration
A girl is trying to walk two fluffy samoyeds but has gotten entirely tangled up in the leashes of the two dogs who are happily running circles around her. The title reads "Zoey Crocker, Pet Walker" by Maureen Keene. Two kids explore a hallway in a dark mansion. They look worried, and the boy holds a flashlight. The hallway is lined with paintings in ornate frames, all of the eyes of the paintings watching the kids. We can see the shadow of some sort of horned monster coming up the stairs. The title reads "The Mystery of Mystic Manor" by Jo Barnett. Sherrif Saguaro, an old-timey western sheriff who also happens to be a walking cactus. He's wearing a dusty leather coat and boots with spurs and a red bandana, and while he wears no hat, his cactus head is the shape of a 10-gallon hat. He's dashing through a dusty old western frontier town about to throw a lasso. In the background is his trusty horse, who also happens to be a cactus. A panicked apprentice witch (she's human, with pink hair, glasses, and light academia clothing) makes a mess of her cauldron while being calmy advised by an older, wiser witch (who is a bear.) Aside from the exploding cauldron, the browns of the scene make it warm and cozy. The cover reads "DeepWoods Academy for the Magically Inept" by Jo Barnett, book 1: Trouble Brewing
July 9, 2024 at 3:47 PM
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boringstorybook.com
#PortfolioDay today! 🎨
I'm Brian, picture book author/illustrator rep'd by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at @bradfordagents.bsky.social - you can see what I’m up to at briankirbystudio.com
Cartoon of a vampire unicorn turning away from a large stained glass window, bats flapping outside. Text reads COUNT RAINBOW BRiANKiRBYSTUDIO.COM A 3x3 grid of cartoons of a little girl with black hair and pigtails. 5 panel cartoon of a mysterious silhouetted kid getting out of bed at 5:58 and startling a mom & dad in their bed A tired dad sits up with a wide-awake baby in a dark nursery, a lady is seen sleeping soundly in the room across the hall
January 13, 2026 at 6:28 PM
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brookebaum.bsky.social
Happy #PortfolioDay! ✨

I’m Brooke and I love creating goofball art for goofball kids. I’m available for picture book, early reader, and graphic novel projects!

I’m rep’d by Marissa Brown at Pippin Properties!

brookebaum.com

#kidlit #kidlitart
January 13, 2026 at 6:07 PM
kirstyzw.bsky.social
Happy #PortfolioDay !
I'm Kirsty ZW, a Franco-British illustrator looking to work on inclusive picture books.
I truly believe that representation matters and want to help kids who feel left out, feel better about themselves 🤍

www.kirstyzw.art
Cute illustration of a pupkin boy being greeted by his diverse group of friends. Cute illustration of a group of friends listening to one of them explain why the water swirls. Cute illustration of a little vampire girl transforming into a bat in front of her amazed friends. Cute illustration of a little zombie in a wheelchair making a joke so funny that all his friends are rolling on the ground laughing.
January 13, 2026 at 7:09 PM
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nicolaschofield.com
#kidlitartpostcard day snuck up on me!

But I spent some time at the end of 2025 organising my files & illustrations and found lots of old traditional stuff that I still love

So have this watercolour (+ a bit of white acrylic for the feathers) of some budgies

#kidlitart #painting #birds
Watercolour painting of two blue budgies sitting on a tree branch against a textured brown / yellow background hinting at foliage
January 8, 2026 at 4:37 PM
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boringstorybook.com
Happy New Year! I'm Brian, picture book author/illustrator rep'd by
@kaitlynleann17.bsky.social at @bradfordagents.bsky.social, creating silly yet thoughtful fun for kids & caregivers to both enjoy.

You can catch up with me at briankirbystudio.com

#kidlitartpostcard
Cartoon drawing of a mock comic book cover with a small pigtailed girl jumping off a bed in red pajamas with a blue towel cape and domino mask - the comic book text reads: THE WORLD'S COOLEST COMIC MAGAZINE! BATHTOWEL SUPERKID Featuring "The SECRET ORIGIN of NOODLE!" WHO OR WHAT IS SHE? NOT A DREAM! NOT A HOAX! A DRACULA IN EVERY ISSUE! An illustration of a comic book spinner rack is next to the comic, framed by the postcard text: PICTURE BOOK AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR BRIANKIRBYSTUDIO.COM REPRESENTED BY KAITLYN SANCHEZ BRADFORD LITERARY AGENCY
January 8, 2026 at 11:29 AM
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shereesketches.bsky.social
Hello Art Directors & Editors!

I love telling stories about cute animals and kids. I am available for illustration work and I have several dummies available.

shereetomba.com

Repped by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social @bradfordagents.bsky.social

#KidLitArtPostcard
January 8, 2026 at 1:41 PM
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brookebaum.bsky.social
❄️ Happy First #kidlitartpostcard Day of 2026! ❄️

I’m Brooke and I’m an author and illustrator looking for picture book, early reader, and graphic novel projects! I’m represented by Marissa Brown at Pippin Properties and you can see more of my work at brookebaum.com!

#kidlit #kidlitart
Illustration of a young brown-skinned girl in a yellow sweater, a pink scarf, and a pink beanie. She’s wearing yellow glasses and her hair and scarf are blowing in the wind as a cool winter breeze gently blows around her. She looks like she enjoys soaking up winter.
January 8, 2026 at 8:54 AM
kirstyzw.bsky.social
Hi!
I'm Kirsty, a Franco-British illustrator seeking representation!

I'd love to work on projects related to inclusion and diversity, full of benevolence and kindness 🤍 Because I believe that representation matters, and that kindness is more important than ever in today's world!

#kidlitartpostcard
January 8, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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dogwoodfinch.bsky.social
For the final #kidlitartpostcard of the year, I’m an artist who loves to tap into nature and the cozy and nostalgic. I’d love to take on some lovely projects in the new year. You can work with me by getting in touch with my agents at The Bright Agency or visit my website, www.megan-higgins.com
December 4, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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gaelme.bsky.social
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
Digital illustration of Santa receiving the "naughty or nice" list from one worker elf, while three other worker elves happily load presents into the sleigh.
December 4, 2025 at 7:33 AM
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speakyst.bsky.social
When my partner saw my previous #kidlitartpostcard he challenged me to make a forward-facing version. So here it is!

I love illustrating busy scenes, vibrant colours and silly animals ❤️

Website: rachel-foo.com
Agency 💼 : astound.us/publishing

#art #kidlitart #illustration
An illustration of a child with a bunch of birds facing forward. Birds include a Major Mitchell Cockatoo, a blue footed Booby and a Barn Owl. The boy still has his net for some reason, and there are still no insects to be found.
December 4, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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mdashow.bsky.social
Season's greetings, #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m Mike and I love creating fun, character-driven work, both animal and human!

I'm repped by @vickyweberbooks.bsky.social and am especially looking for middle grade cover work.

See more work at mdashow-kidlitart.carrd.co

#kidLitArt #dogs #dog
An illustration of three happy dogs wearing human-type clothing, all exchanging gifts. The gifts are all wrapped but it's clear that they're all things that dogs love: A ball, a stick, and a bone. The picture is all in tans and browns, except for the gift-wrapping, which is all blue. Also in blue is the text: "Michael Dashow, mdashow-kidlitart.carrd.co, rep'd by Vicky Weber @ CMA".
December 4, 2025 at 6:16 AM
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milifayart.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day!

If you get too close, Mistletoe Tarsier, a candy cane eater and Christmas Trees dweller will give you an inexplicable urge to kiss the next person you see.

I’m Mili and I love a touch of magic in my tales.

Happy Holidays!

milifay.art

#KidLitArt #CreatureDesign #F
A KidLitArt postcard featuring a mint-coloured, tarsier inspired creature that has a tail ending in a mistletoe sprig. A holly wreath acts line a lens to contain the creature in a circle design that measures the its niceness level — proclaiming the Mistletoe Tarsier as 70% Nice. This is a first in a series of Naughty or Nice fantasy creatures. The design was created to be worn on a T-Shirt and can be found at Mili Fay Art TeePublic store.
December 4, 2025 at 5:05 AM
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brookebaum.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day!

I’m thrilled to announce that I am now represented by the incredible Marissa Brown at Pippin Properties!

I’m an author/illustrator open to PBs, early readers, and graphic novels. I love off-the-wall humor and oddballs characters!

brookebaum.com

#kidlit #kidlitart
A slightly sinister girl in Christmas pjs opens a gift, which is glowing. It reads “Now rep’d by Marissa Brown at Pippin Properties”
December 4, 2025 at 6:43 AM
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odnatamyara.bsky.social
Extra special #kidlitartpostcard today!
Happy to announce that my wonderful agent @jemiscoe.bsky.social founded her own agency and we are following her there! 🪶

My name is Yara and I’m a neurodivergent author/illustrator looking for new projects! (Happy to draw starlings!!)

odnatamyara.com
December 4, 2025 at 11:26 AM
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torikateillo.bsky.social
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
A boy is holding a bright star and being held up by a bear to put the star on a sad little tiny tree. A girl is giggling in the bottom corner at a fox who is tangled up in the christmas lights. The text reads “Tori Kate - represented by Analía Cabello at ABLA - torikateillustration.com”
December 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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davidhohn.bsky.social
Hey look! It's #kidlitartpostcard day!
This image is from a new picture book dummy submission. Contact my agent to view.

Portfolio: www.davidhohn.com
Represented by: @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social

#childrensbook #dogs #bestpals #kidlitart #illustration
Girl and her dog sit together in a red wagon watching the sun set.
December 4, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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nicolaschofield.com
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
Children's illustration postcard showing a boy on his mum's shoulders standing on a high hill. They are watching a flock of ice cream vans migrate south for the winter.
December 4, 2025 at 8:04 AM
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ginaperry.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I'm looking for new children's book projects mid-2026. Rep'd for books by Sean McCarthy, more work at: www.ginaperry.com Wishing everyone time to cuddle up with a book during the holidays.
Square shaped illustration for promotion. A sister and brother cozy in a chair, reading a fantasy book while wearing pajamas and a knight's guard and holding a cardboard sword. Art by Gina Perry
December 4, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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boringstorybook.com
It's the last #KidLitArtPostcard of the year! You can count on this Aye Aye (inspired by a dad joke in my lovely critique group).

I’m Brian, an author/illustrator repped by @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social & @bradfordagents.bsky.social - working on humorous pbs.

Check out BrianKirbyStudio.com
Illustration of an aye aye in a cozy winter outfit coming in the door of a house with presents, a pile of presents ready to be shipped next to a desk inside. AYE AYE'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS Brian Kirby Author/Illustrator BrianKirbyStudio.com Represented by Kaitlyn Sanchez Bradford Literary Agency
December 4, 2025 at 2:21 PM