Tara M Santoro 🌊🦋

It's #portfolioday
I'm an illustrator/author seeking representation
My aspirations for a career in picture books is to make learning fun again & to be part of the reason you turn the page
Board books picture books & chapter books
www.taramsantoro.com

Happy #kidlitpostcard
I am a North Jersey Italian girl living in Eastern Pa.
I want to make learning fun again while building the bond between parent, caregiver, and child.
Seeking representation
#bloom
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #cbignycmember2025
#artcreateshope

Thank you #cbignycmember2025

I'm Tara, an illustrator/author seeking representation in kidlit
I am looking to work in nonfiction, making it fun, engaging, and story driven.
#portfolioday
#cbignycmember2025

My other 2 grandparents embraced their roots but never taught their kids grandkids Italian When we would ask they stated You are Italian Americans we made sacrifices you will speak English Yet we never blended in

3 of my grandparents were Italian immigrants. 1 changed everything she could to not have Italian association. She was also a Rosie Rivitor in WWII My father didn't know he was Italian until he was in high school.

Finished painting an illustration. Cleaning up and finishing it up. Sigh so much more to do this week. Also trying not to be disheartened by everything. #illustration #kidlitart

Hey #kidlit illustrators, I'm looking for an artist who can conjure hilariously expressive animals with commercial appeal for a character-driven picture book that's packed with dialogue and action.

Respond here with images and a link to your folio.

Please no DMs. Agents are welcome to email. 💙❤️

"While playing with his new toy, Thomas surprised his friends by capturing the sun."
Hello! I'm Tara, an illustrator & after-school art instructor/mentor with an interest in illustrating fiction and non-fiction BB, PB, and chapter books.
I am seeking representation
#kidlitartpostcardday
#CBIGmember

#studioday + #caturdayeveryday = photo-op with Newt
This piece is nearly done, just waiting to dry then ink
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #staycreative #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #supportsmallbusiness #CBIGmember
#artcreateshope

When you are working in #artlicensing & your cat offers help
No harm came to the art or the cat
#caturdayeveryday
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #staycreative #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #CBIGmember
#artcreateshope #showyourart2024

Grasshopper took part in my son's driving lessons today
The girls joined me in the studio We were invaded by my daughter's bird
Yes I had to rescue 1 image thanks to pawprints
#caturdayeveryday
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #inspiration #illustration #CBIGmember

Our CBIG 2024 Illustration Directory is LIVE! Pop on over to our website to view our talented members www.cbig-nyc.com/directory

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Practice
Practice
Practice
#lehighvalleyartists
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #staycreative #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #supportsmallbusiness #CBIGmember
#artcreateshope #showyourart2024

Happy #kidlitpostcardday I am a traditional artist seeking representation #kidlitart #cbigmember #cbignycmember2024
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #staycreative #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #supportsmallbusiness
#artcreateshope #showyourart2024

Postcard day is tomorrow! #kidlit #kidlitart

I'm prepping for this weekend's #scbwiNJ conference
Cover for my portfolio.... too much? 2 pieces waiting for their final touches

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#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #CBIGmember
#artcreateshope

#cbignymember2024

#kidlitpostcardday #cbigNYCmember2024 #lehighvalleyartists
#tms_creates #perseverance
#creatingartmakesmehappy #powerofart #staycreative #inspiration #artistsupportartists #illustration #supportsmallbusiness #CBIGmember
#artcreateshope #showyourart2024

Day 21/100

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Hello children’s book illustrators, editors, agents, art directors: tomorrow is #KidLitArtPostcard day. Learn more here: ginaperry.com/postcard #KidLitArt #KidLit

I'm getting back in the groove after a rough last half of 2023
I'm currently doing a 100 day challenge. This is day 20/100

It's here!! My holiday sale is officially underway.
Here is the 1st batch of holiday offerings.
@cbignyc.bsky.social
Message me on how to purchase items.
Shipping in continental USA ONLY!
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Have a Peek at my illustrations on Everyday and Winter Holiday Cards at my online card shop
www.greetingcarduniverse.com/dianascards
@cbignyc.bsky.social #illustration #kidlitart #cbigNYC #cbigMember #cbigArtShare #Christmas

Listed below are some amazing educational and fun opportunities happening in the Lehigh Valley at a new facility called Pieces of Mind
#lehighvalley #memtoringmatters #artinthevalley #emmausPA #emmausartiseverywhere #macungiepa #allentownPA
#piecesofmindallentownpa
www.piecesofmind.org

Newt doesn't know the meaning of personal space

Hold my hand

Wrinkly forehead

#caturday #caturdayeveryday
On Monday they will be with us for 3 weeks. We are enjoying learning about them as individuals

Tara aka tms🇮🇹🇺🇸 on Instagram: "I'm getting back to the basics ... sketching, observing,... 5 likes, 0 comments - tara.m.santoro on October 14, 2023: "I'm getting back to the basics ... sketching, observing, playing, using pencils, and feeling more..."

New post on Instagram

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#characterdesign #doodles #kidlitart & an appearance from Newt

Finally left Twitter, aka X, all because I couldn't remember my password.
I feel relief and less hate