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Laurie Sawyer

@lauriesawyer.bsky.social

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Visual storyteller whose style fits perfectly into kidlit. Dog lover who can be found hiking with my two Huskies on the weekends. SCBWI member Portfolio: LaurieSawyer.artstation.com IG: @huskysketches

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Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 3h

My favorite thing to watch during the spooky season is Disney's Sleepy Hollow!

#disneysleepyhollow #ichabodcrane #headlesshorseman #spookyseason #trickortreat #kidlitartist #kidlitillustration #childrenbook_art #kidlitart

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 2d

This little witch and her teddy bear are serious about trick or treating.

#spookyseason #trickortreat #cutewitch #teddybear #kidlit #kidlitillustrator #childrensbook

Reposted by Laurie Sawyer

Gael_Me ☆ Illustrator @gaelme.bsky.social · 7d

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

A gray smiling bipedal wolf offering candies to four trick or treaters. The first one is dressed as Luigi from Super Mario Bros. and she is scared surprised. The second one is dressed as a ghost and he is smiling and amazed. The third one is dressed as Frankenstein, he is also scared. The fourth one is dressed as a witch princess and she is slowly walking backwards.

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Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 7d

So cute! Thank you for reposting mine!

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Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 7d

Happy Postcard Day October 2025!

I'm excited to breathe life into children's book illustrations and young reader covers and interiors, infusing each project with imagination and charm.

Let's embark on a journey of whimsy and wonder together!

#kidlitartpostcard #kidlit #lookingforrepresentation

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Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 9d

Reposting for #scbwidrawthis post. This was my first illustration for this prompt. I did 3 and have another idea, love this prompt.

#travel #kidlit #kidlitartist

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Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 9d

Oh thanks, I thought we could only have one. I will do that now.

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 9d

My entry for SCBWI's Draw This Monthly contest. This month the prompt was Travel. I had a lot of fun creating this happy little traveler and her trusty teddy bear.

#scbwidrawthis #scbwiillustrator #kidlit #kidlitillustrator #teddybear #familytrip❤️

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 12d

Happy Friday! May the gentle breeze guide you into weekend adventure.

Two hand drawn mice pilot a paper plane over the town looking for more passengers.

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Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 20d

Another version of poor Julia who was too tall to join the women's army during WWII.

#kidlit #womeninhistory

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 22d

My first illustrated book is now available where books are sold.

#kidlit #publisheillustrator #bookpublished

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"My Brain Is Like a Puppy" Book Trailer

YouTube video by Boys Town Press

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Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 23d

At 6'2" Julia Child was too tall to join the Women's Army, so she joined the OSS. Later known as the CIA.

#kidlit #womenhistory

Illustration of a young Julia Child getting measured for her physical into the Women's army during WWII.

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 24d

Some of my favorite gesture drawings from Todd Bright's All in Gesture live video session . Come join us!

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · 27d

Did you know that Julia Child helped create shark repellent during WWII while she was in the OSS? The OSS later became known as the CIA. Fascinating woman!

#juliachildspy #juliachilds #julia #juliachild #kidlitillustration

Cute illustration of a young Julia Child and a OSS member working in the lab to create shark repellent.

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · Sep 4

Yesss, I even named my file Mary Poppins inspired! Thank you so much!

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · Sep 4

September KidLitArtPostcard art. I had so much fun with this Mary Poppins inspired illustration. I love creating characters with heart. I am looking for representation and my next project.

lauriesawyer.artstation.com

#portfolioday #kidlitartpostcard #kidlit #lookingforrepresentation

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Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · Aug 30

Doggust is almost over so I had to get a cute Halloween puppy in !

#doggust2025 #dogsinaugust2025 #kidlit #kidlitart

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · Aug 18

Jump in the water is fine!

#kidlit #kidlitart #doggust2025 #dogsinaugust2025

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · Aug 7

Thank you for reposting!

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · Aug 7

This is an idea in my head for a book, based on Julia Child's time in the OSS.
I like to illustrate with heart, wonder and wimsy and I am looking for my next project.
Happy KidlitArtPostcard Day!

#kidlitartpostcard #kidlit #artistseekingagent #juliachild #youngreader

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Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · Aug 1

It is a lot of fun. It is big on IG

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · Aug 1

Anyone participating in Doggust here on Bluesky?

#doggust2025 #kidlitart #artistlookingforagent

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Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · Jul 17

Disneyland celebration with a couple unwanted guests.

#kidlit #disneyland70anniversary

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · Jul 10

No piece of cheese or treat is safe around this adorable cat burglar!

#kidlitart #kidlit #cutecat #artistlookingforrep

Laurie Sawyer @lauriesawyer.bsky.social · Jul 7

A little Viking girl character I am developing for a personal project. Meet Crystal, and her fearless stead and Raven companion.

#kidlitart #ponyfriend #kidlit #ravenaet

A cute blond haired Viking girl practicing her archery skills riding her pony with her raven friend flying beside her.