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Mark Wilson

@mwilsonillo.bsky.social

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Freelance illustrator from Upstate New York with a focus on Children's Picture Books. Currently open to commissions and representation! www.markwilsonillustration.com

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Sep 4

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day!
I'm a freelance illustrator specializing in picture books that are as heart-warming as they are hilarious!
I'm booked through the end of this year, but still have room in 2026 and am seeking representation! #kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · 21h

Inktober Day 8: Reckless

What you see here is the bear minimum in lab safety.

#inktober #inktober2025 #inktoberreckless #inktobear #kidlitartist #scbwiillustrators #kidlitart

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · 1d

Inktober Day 7: Starfish

Did you know that starfish are considered apex predators compared to bears?... well compared to THIS bear, at least.

#inktober #inktober2025 #kidlitart

Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · 2d

Quick character warm-up before diving into client work! #kidlitartist #characterdesign #scbwi #kidlitart #pig

Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · 3d

#Inktober Day 6: Pierce

Who's up for a little fish-kebab?!

#inktober2025 #kidlitart #kidlit

Hand drawn ink illustration of a simple-shaped bear with a blank stare holding a spear that has skewered three different-sized fish.

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · 3d

Inktober Day 5: Deer

Neither remember WHY they met every Thursday for lattes, only that they DID.

#inktober #inktober2025 #inktobear #inktoberdeer #kitlitart

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · 4d

A little recap of the first 4 Inktober prompts! Decided to keep it simple this year due to all the irons I've got in the fire at the moment!
#inktober #inktober2025 #kidlitart #inktobear

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · 6d

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m an author-illustrator who loves to dive into the deep questions like “where do pumpkin spice lattes come from?”

I’m booked through the end of the 2025, but am open to projects in March 2026!

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Sep 4

Thank you so much, Laurie! ❤️

Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Sep 4

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Aug 19

The Hunt for Moby Duck: A tale of feathers, fury, and a fowl obsession.

#kidlit #kidlitart #coverdesign

Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Aug 7

Hey everyone! Another #kidlitartpostcard day is upon us! I’m an illustrator with an endless supply of quirky and/or heartwarming stories to tell in the world of picture books!

Currently buried in freelance work (yay, popularity!), but I’m still open to representation! #kidlitartist

Whimsical textured illustration of a cow being abducted by a hamburger shaped ufo

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Jul 15

They say if you’re out on the pier late at night when the fog rolls in, you might hear it. Not the crash of waves. Not the creak of old wood. But… music. Wheezing… warbling… sea-soaked polka music. The locals just whisper, "Accordion Shark..." and subconsciously begin tapping their toes. #kidlit

Textured illustration of a bipedal shark happily walking along a pier on a foggy night, lit by an old streetlamp. He is playing an accordion with a big smile on his face.

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Jul 3

Thank you!! I DO have a story in the works, but I'll need to develop an original Kaiju for it. I don't think I'd ever stand a chance at licensing rights from Toho 😅.

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Jul 3

Hello again #kidlitartpostcard community and happy July!

While the rest my 2025 is currently booked (yay!) I’m definitely interested in begging to fill out 2026 (and maybe even obtain representation in the meantime!)
#kidlit

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Jun 25

Thank you! ☺️

Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Jun 23

Pickin' and Pricklin' til the sun goes down (and then some!)

#animalfriendsartchallenge2025
#kidlitart
#kidlit

Whimsical serene image of a fox and a hedgehog sitting on a log in the middle of a forest pond at sunset. The fox plays the banjo while the hedgehog plays a jug. Fireflies, lily pads, and cattails surround the duo as stars begin to fill the dusk sky.

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Jun 5

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day!

What do you think this little dude is reading? Hamlet? The Great Gatsboar? Give me your best piggy puns! 🐷

Textured illustration of a cute pig wearing glasses and reading a book while sitting in the mud

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Jun 3

Roger Fur-derer -- the bestest of ball boys!

#kidlit #kidlitart #scbwi #scbwiillustrators #characterdesign

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · May 6

The chef was proud
His kitchen was clean
His corn dogs crisp
With golden sheen
But creeping close
With sneaky paws
Came a hungry raccoon
With sticky claws

He snatched the bag
In one quick dash
The tasty treats
Were gone in a flash

No shame being caught red-handed
He was the little CornDog bandit

Whimsical illustration of chef chasing a raccoon who has stolen a bag of corn dogs

Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · May 1

Happy May #kidlitartpostcard Day to all my fellow illustrators out there!

I'm currently open for projects in the second half of 2025 and also seeking representation! If you're looking for an artist with a sense of humor, adventure, and fuzzy feelings you can find me at www.mwilsonillustration.com

Whimsical handdrawn digital illustration of a space cowboy playing a guitar next to a campfire on the surface of an asteroid for his corgi in a space suit. The night sky is filled with constellations that form various animals, such as a whale, rabbit, and crab.

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Apr 22

Finally getting around to my contribution to the #starterpacknoai trend!

#kidlitartist #humanartist #noai #kidlitart

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Apr 14

When the Tooth Fairy finds out you haven't been brushing those back teeth well enough, she sends out this brute - The Molar Patroller.

#kidlit #kidlitart

A barbarian tooth fairy holding a giant toothbrush, wearing a pink fur outfit, and glaring menacingly.

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Apr 9

"I do say, Wartson! There is positively a fly in my earl grey!"
"You must divulge the source of all your good fortune, Bogmeier!"

#kidlitart

Childrens book illustration of two toads in colorful top hats and coats enjoying cups of tea outside on a blue sky day

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Apr 3

Happy April #KidLitPostCard Day! I’m Mark Wilson, a freelance picture book illustrator, and I’m open to representation!

Check out more of my work at www.mwilsonillustration.com

#kidlitart #kidlitillustrator #picturebooks #kidlit #childrensbooks

Textured illustration of two young foxes in rain gear playing in the rain under an umbrella

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Mark Wilson @mwilsonillo.bsky.social · Mar 29

I’ve been participating in the #vintagebookweek over on Instagram. This is my take on a Jack and Jill cover! It’s been a great reason to dip into a more painterly style 😊

#kidlitart #kidlit #coverdesign

Textured illustration of two young foxes in rain gear playing in a rain storm under an umbrella.