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A few closeups of my latest work now up at the St Anthony's branch of the Hennepin Library System. If you're over that way check it out!

#kidlit #kidlitillustration #illustration #twinCitiesArtist #MNArtist #bookart #localArt #HennepinLibrary #Artshows #MNArtists #MNArt #twincitiesArtist

January 29, 2026 at 6:04 PM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

A few closeups of my latest work now up at the St Anthony's branch of the Hennepin Library System. If you're over that way check it out!

#kidlit #kidlitillustration #illustration #twinCitiesArtist #MNArtist #bookart #localArt #HennepinLibrary #Artshows #MNArtists #MNArt #twincitiesArtist

January 27, 2026 at 6:03 PM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

Some closeups of my latest project. It was so fun being able to really explore and build a world in this project. The whole series is now up in the St Anthony's branch of the Hennepin Library. If you stop by let me know what you think!
#kidlit #twinCitiesArtist #MNArtist #hennepinLibrary

A large tree at night with an owl sitting on top. One each branch is a group of tiny people doing an activity, telling stories in a tent, cooking out of a camper, watching stars.

Closeup of people hanging out outside of a camper, one is grilling.

Closeup of campers being told a scary story in a tent.

January 15, 2026 at 6:02 PM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

Whew.. what a week. I was planning to post all of this last week, but then last week exploded. So here we are. This project has been a mixture of joy and frustration and so much learning.

#illustration #newYears2026 #hennepinlibrary #libraryArt #kidlit #galleryshow #twincitiesArt #twincitiesArtist

January 14, 2026 at 1:05 AM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

As the year winds down I'm thinking about all that I've done this year and all that I want to do next year. It's taken a long time, but I finally feel like I've got a solid start to the career I've wanted for so long.

#networking #kidlit #kidlitillustration #illustration #twinCitiesArtist

A Closeup of a frame on the wall with the word "SOLD" inside. Black letters on white background. Text is superimposed that says "Follow the Chain: Why it's important to build a network with other creatives".

December 10, 2025 at 1:05 AM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

I know it’s Thanksgiving today, but here’s a WIP of my next little foldout book. This one was way easier to plan and paint before it’s folded.

#kidlit #kidlitillustration #illustration #twinCitiesArtist #MNArtist #bookart #xmas #santa #santasworkshop #xmas2025 #elves

November 28, 2025 at 1:05 AM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

Getting close! This is 4/6 in my "Treehouse" series. Can't wait to get the last 2 finished & see them up on the wall!

#illustration #localArt #Artshows #MNArtists #MNArt #twincitiesArtist #twincitiesArt #galleryArt

November 21, 2025 at 1:05 AM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

Happy #KidLitPostcardDay !!

My name is Alison and I'm an #illustrator looking for representation in #childrensbooks

Portfolio: alisonsandersillustration.com

#kidlit #kidlitillustration #illustration #twinCitiesArtist #MNArtist #bookart

A colorful fall tree with tiny people gathering in it's branches to watch a movie. The sun is setting, there is a snack booth. The movie being shown is Jurassic Park. There is also a crow watching.

November 6, 2025 at 3:15 PM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

A sneak peak at my next ‘treehouse’ illustration. Not exactly on time with the season, but still….
#kidlit #kidlitillustration #illustration #twinCitiesArtist #MNArtist #bookart #bird #xmas2025 #xmas #xmastree

October 22, 2025 at 2:27 AM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

Happy #kidlitpostcardday! Don't you love it when it actually comes out just like you wanted? This is one of those times. I've got a whole series of these planned. This one however was the first idea and probably the most complicated!

#kidlit #illustration #treehouses #procreate #twinCitiesArtist

October 2, 2025 at 4:02 PM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

I'm still here! The last few weeks have been busy, but I've got something fun & different (for me) in the works. Enjoy this sneaky bird in the mean-time :) #kidlit #kidlitillustration #illustration #twinCitiesArtist #MNArtist #bookart

September 26, 2025 at 12:05 AM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

Join me at the Machine Shop tomorrow in Minneapolis! I’ll have cards, stickers and prints available.

#illustration #localArt #Artshows #MNArtists #MNArt #twincitiesArtist #twincitiesArt #galleryArt #ArtFair

September 13, 2025 at 12:21 PM

Alison Sanders Illustration

@sanders-illust.bsky.social

Got a great surprise yesterday when I got accepted to the Hopkin Juried Member Show!

This is different work from what up at the #edinaSeniorCenter, so make sure to check out both shows if you're local!

#illustration #localArt #hopkinsArt #MNArtists #MNArt #twincitiesArtist #twincitiesArt

Tiny people sit on giant lily pads. They picnic, fish, and sunbathe while giant koi swim below them.

September 9, 2025 at 1:22 PM

Dapper Skull Creations

@ericcastellanos.bsky.social

"Rise: Sacred Sphere"

"Ghastly grim and ancient Raven wandering from the Nightly shore — Tell me what thy lordly name is on the Night’s Plutonian shore." - EAP

Thanks for lookin'!

#dapperskullcreations #penandinkart #ravenart #darkart #nempls #nemplsartist #twincitiesartist