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Rochelle Steder (Illustrator)

@rochellesteder.bsky.social

Chicago-land illustrator, crocheter, mom, & cat enthusiast. ๐Ÿ“šPicture books & ๐ŸŽฒBoard Games. SCBWI. โœจLooking for representation!โœจ www.rochellesteder com rochellesteder@gmail.com

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Illustration of a witch kitty placing their paw on a pumpkin with a friendly ghost floating from it.

Illustration of a witch kitty placing their paw on a pumpkin with a friendly ghost floating from it.

Here is the inspiration for this year's illustration based on one done back in 2019. Maybe it's a prequel before they met? It's always fun to see how much my style has changed over the years!

24.10.2025 19:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Illustration of a cute witch kitty frightened by a ghost that flew out of her jack-o'-lantern.

Illustration of a cute witch kitty frightened by a ghost that flew out of her jack-o'-lantern.

Close up detail from an illustration of a cute witch kitty who is frightened.

Close up detail from an illustration of a cute witch kitty who is frightened.

Every spooky season I try to find time to draw my little witch kitty. Last year I only sketched this on my iPad but ran out of time, so I finished it for this year! I still need to come up with a name for this character.

#halloweenillustration #witchkitty #happyhalloween #kidlitart

24.10.2025 19:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The book is a cute color primer with the underlying theme of being proud of who you are and not being afraid to stand out. The hardcover is available on the author's website ( www.eliseshaver.com ) and the paperback and e-book versions can be found on Amazon.

10.10.2025 16:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Book cover for the children's book "Hello Little Chameleon!" Illustration shows a Chameleon on a branch surrounded by rainbow colored flora and plants.

Book cover for the children's book "Hello Little Chameleon!" Illustration shows a Chameleon on a branch surrounded by rainbow colored flora and plants.

Photograph of the front and back covers for the children's book "Hello Little Chameleon"

Photograph of the front and back covers for the children's book "Hello Little Chameleon"

Photograph of an interior illustration from the book "Hello Little Chameleon". Text says "There you are behind a beautiful blue butterfly". Illustration shows a blue chameleon hiding behind a butterfly sitting on a log.

Photograph of an interior illustration from the book "Hello Little Chameleon". Text says "There you are behind a beautiful blue butterfly". Illustration shows a blue chameleon hiding behind a butterfly sitting on a log.

Photograph of the interior end papers for the book "Hello Little Chameleon!". Illustration is a repeat pattern of 3 colorful chameleons along with some leafy plants and bugs.

Photograph of the interior end papers for the book "Hello Little Chameleon!". Illustration is a repeat pattern of 3 colorful chameleons along with some leafy plants and bugs.

Cover Reveal Time!

My latest book project "Hello Little Chameleon!" (Written by Elise Shaver) is now available.

The hardcover version turned out so nice! I'm really happy with how everything looks in print! I mean, check out those lovely end papers.๐Ÿ‘Œ

#kidlitart #childrensbooks #coverreveal

10.10.2025 16:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Woohoo congrats!

08.10.2025 11:59 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Mock up packaging for a fake soap brand. The theme is peony flowers. The label says, " Marie Peony - goat's milk soap"

Mock up packaging for a fake soap brand. The theme is peony flowers. The label says, " Marie Peony - goat's milk soap"

Two color variations of a repeat pattern showing peony flowers and leaves.

Two color variations of a repeat pattern showing peony flowers and leaves.

Color variant test mock ups for a fake soap packaging

Color variant test mock ups for a fake soap packaging

Sketch of a fake soap packaging design with a peony flower theme.

Sketch of a fake soap packaging design with a peony flower theme.

A fake soap packaging design I made for the Make Art That Sells Lettering Bootcamp course. I absolutely love peonies! I even made a repeat pattern of the flowers for fun.

@makeartthatsells.bsky.social #matsbootcamp #matsletteringbootcamp #handlettering #packagingdesign

07.10.2025 18:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A drawing of a cactus and cactus flowers made with multiple different types of traditional media

A drawing of a cactus and cactus flowers made with multiple different types of traditional media

Photo of the cactus taken near Joshua Tree.

Photo of the cactus taken near Joshua Tree.

Made this mixed media drawing of a cactus as a gift for my highschool art teacher. I based the image on a photo I took earlier this year from my vacation to Joshua Tree. I always enjoy drawing plants.๐ŸŒต๐Ÿ’–

#mixedmediaartwork #traditionalart #cactus #botanicalillustrations

07.10.2025 12:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Hey #kidlitart pals who use Procreate - thereโ€™s an update with new brushes and settings.

Idk why itโ€™s not announced here, and my app didnโ€™t auto update, so go check your App Store and manually update it if you want.

14.09.2025 19:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 70    ๐Ÿ” 20    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 7    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thank you! ๐Ÿ’–

05.09.2025 12:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
From Just Dance! โ€” Chapter 6: BFF graphic novel. This is one of the panels showing Ellen, the tween with pink hair, and our main character walking her dog Lulu with her new best friend, Cookie (Christopher SaMores), a cheerful, very tall and big boy. It is the golden hour in Autumn. If you wish to see the two page spread, please visit the Kid Lit Art section at milifay.art

From Just Dance! โ€” Chapter 6: BFF graphic novel. This is one of the panels showing Ellen, the tween with pink hair, and our main character walking her dog Lulu with her new best friend, Cookie (Christopher SaMores), a cheerful, very tall and big boy. It is the golden hour in Autumn. If you wish to see the two page spread, please visit the Kid Lit Art section at milifay.art

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day!

Iโ€™m Mili, Toronto-based author/illustrator, trained in classical animation and fine art. I love a challenge: #PB, #MG, #YAโ€ฆ

Currently working on a graphic novel and seeking representation.

Cheers!

milifay.art

#KidLitArt #KidLit #GraphicNovels #illustration

04.09.2025 04:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 69    ๐Ÿ” 15    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Children's book illustration of a purple chameleon hiding on top of a large purple flower. There is a cute little cricket sitting on a leaf looking up at the chameleon and bees buzzing around the other flowers.

Children's book illustration of a purple chameleon hiding on top of a large purple flower. There is a cute little cricket sitting on a leaf looking up at the chameleon and bees buzzing around the other flowers.

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I'm a bit late to the party, haha!

Illustration is from my latest book project 'Hello, Little Chameleon!' written by Elise Shaver.

You can find more of my work at Rochellesteder.com !

#kidlitart #childrensbooks #picturebooks

05.09.2025 03:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 46    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Illustration of 3 cute dogs standing in a city park. There is an open box of pizza on the ground. A small sign taped to the box says 'bob's pizza - don't touch'. One dog is curiously investigating the pizza.

Illustration of 3 cute dogs standing in a city park. There is an open box of pizza on the ground. A small sign taped to the box says 'bob's pizza - don't touch'. One dog is curiously investigating the pizza.

Hello #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Charlene Chua & I illustrate books for kids.

๐ŸŒŸOpen for 2026 book projects! ๐ŸŒŸ

Portfolio - charlenechua.com
Agent - Tracy Marchini
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #PB #GN #chapterbooks #boardbooks

04.09.2025 13:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 307    ๐Ÿ” 57    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 9    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Brightly colored illustration of bugs having an outdoor, seaside party. Flowers and plants surround them. A grasshopper plays a flute, a beetle plays a ukulele, a bee shakes a maraca. Fireflies, dragonfly, ladybug, and caterpillar watch on. Art by Gina Perry. Text reads "author / illustrator ginaperry.com represented by Sean McCarthy"

Brightly colored illustration of bugs having an outdoor, seaside party. Flowers and plants surround them. A grasshopper plays a flute, a beetle plays a ukulele, a bee shakes a maraca. Fireflies, dragonfly, ladybug, and caterpillar watch on. Art by Gina Perry. Text reads "author / illustrator ginaperry.com represented by Sean McCarthy"

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Gina Perry, a New England author and illustrator of children's books. I'm looking for that next cute and colorful book project: from picture book to early readers and chapter books. Rep'd by Sean McCarthy Lit. More at: www.ginaperry.com #kidlit

04.09.2025 11:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 241    ๐Ÿ” 54    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 6    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Three kids riding on a back of a giant anteater. One is taking a photo of the anteaterโ€™s face, middle kid is happily raising hands in the air, third kid is afraid to fall from anteaterโ€™s tail. The anteater is very unhappy and cranky

Three kids riding on a back of a giant anteater. One is taking a photo of the anteaterโ€™s face, middle kid is happily raising hands in the air, third kid is afraid to fall from anteaterโ€™s tail. The anteater is very unhappy and cranky

Dear editors and art directors, this is my first #kidlitartpostcard done fully on paper! ๐ŸŽจ

Iโ€™m Yara, an illustrator whoโ€™s super excited to work on new books with traditional mediums!

Updated portfolio: odnatamyara.com
Iโ€™m proudly represented by Jem Chambers-Black at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

04.09.2025 09:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 254    ๐Ÿ” 55    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 6    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Happy #kidlitartpostcard day everyone ๐Ÿ’Œ

l'm Caroline, ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ picture book maker with a softly textured style and a love of endearing tales โœ๏ธโœจ

Represented for writing and illustration by @kellydhouse.bsky.social ๐Ÿ“š #kidlit #kidlitart

PORTFOLIO
www.carolinemcphersonillustration.com

04.09.2025 05:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 170    ๐Ÿ” 27    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 9    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
In a spooky night-time scene, a girl  - approximately 14 with shoulder-length brown hair and wearing jeans and a denim jacket - crouches on a dirt driveway and looks behind her in consternation. Behind her is a large dark house with peaked gables and spiky points sticking out of the roof and a tall tower. The top floor of the tower is lit - the only illumination in the house - and a figure is silhouetted in the window. Behind the house are fir trees and a huge full moon. the entire scene is in spooky greens and blues.
The text at the bottom reads "Michael Dashow, mdashow-kidlitart.carrd.co, repped by Vicky Weber at CMA"

In a spooky night-time scene, a girl - approximately 14 with shoulder-length brown hair and wearing jeans and a denim jacket - crouches on a dirt driveway and looks behind her in consternation. Behind her is a large dark house with peaked gables and spiky points sticking out of the roof and a tall tower. The top floor of the tower is lit - the only illumination in the house - and a figure is silhouetted in the window. Behind the house are fir trees and a huge full moon. the entire scene is in spooky greens and blues. The text at the bottom reads "Michael Dashow, mdashow-kidlitart.carrd.co, repped by Vicky Weber at CMA"

Hi #KidLitArtPostcard day, I'm Mike! I usually post cheerful scenes but this month I'm showing some range with a new spooky MG cover illustration instead.

I'm also excited to share that I'm now repped by @vickyweberbooks.bsky.social at CMA! ๐ŸŽ‰

mdashow-kidlitart.carrd.co

#spooky #kidLit #kidLitArt

04.09.2025 05:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 167    ๐Ÿ” 32    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 6    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day!

I'm Emma Jayne a full time illustrator and lover of all things travel, nature, history, transport, cultures and colour!

I'm passionate about nonfiction and would love to work on any BB, PB and children's magazines.

๐ŸŽจ bit.ly/3Qsabxx
๐Ÿ“จ emma@emmajayne-designs.co.uk

04.09.2025 15:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 89    ๐Ÿ” 8    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
An illustration by Angela Matteson of a chipmunk setting a fresh baked pie on a shelf from inside her pumpkin house.

An illustration by Angela Matteson of a chipmunk setting a fresh baked pie on a shelf from inside her pumpkin house.

Hello! #KidLitArtPostcard! A snippet from my archives to welcome the autumnal vibes, although I'm still enjoying late summer blooms and garden tomatoes!
angelamatteson.com
Iโ€™m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks

04.09.2025 15:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 165    ๐Ÿ” 26    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 6    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A textured, painterly illustration of a little girl using a ladder to climb on a big horse

A textured, painterly illustration of a little girl using a ladder to climb on a big horse

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Have a pony! ๐Ÿฆ„
jwahlgren.com/children

04.09.2025 15:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 261    ๐Ÿ” 46    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 6    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Illustration of a grandpa and his granddaughter reviewing a blueprint for her dollhouse in a cozy workshop with tools, a dog, and a red truck outside. Artist: Amanda Morrow.

Illustration of a grandpa and his granddaughter reviewing a blueprint for her dollhouse in a cozy workshop with tools, a dog, and a red truck outside. Artist: Amanda Morrow.

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Iโ€™m Amanda, Iโ€™m a childrenโ€™s book illustrator. Iโ€™m currently on the lookout for new #kidlit projects. I bring heart and imagination to story-driven illustrations and enjoy when I can play with color and texture in my work.

amandamorrowart.com
Repโ€™d by The Bright Agency

04.09.2025 15:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 65    ๐Ÿ” 10    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Girl in the ocean surrounded by seaweed, saying hello to fish, turtle, crab, and jellyfish

Girl in the ocean surrounded by seaweed, saying hello to fish, turtle, crab, and jellyfish

Saying farewell to summer with this #kidlitartpostcard ๐Ÿ  Iโ€™m open for new picture book, chapter book, and cover projects! Letโ€™s work together!

๐Ÿ  www.christinealmeda.com
๐Ÿ  Repโ€™d by Full Circle Literary

04.09.2025 14:44 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 164    ๐Ÿ” 33    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 6    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
Children's book illustration of 3 cute monster friends playing a videogame in front of a TV.

Children's book illustration of 3 cute monster friends playing a videogame in front of a TV.

Children's book illustration of 3 monster friends sitting in front of a TV screen looking at a video game menu. The menu says "play" "pause" "help!" "walk" "count" and  "breath".

Children's book illustration of 3 monster friends sitting in front of a TV screen looking at a video game menu. The menu says "play" "pause" "help!" "walk" "count" and "breath".

Little gaming monster buddies from the book 'Push Restart' written by Mary De Merle Schams. A book about managing big emotions with a video game theme.

Who's excited for the new Nintendo Switch 2?! Jim and I were having a blast playing the new Mario Kart last night. ๐ŸŽฎโค๏ธ

#kidlitart #picturebooks

07.06.2025 20:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Children's book illustration of a school hallway. Kids are getting lunches out of their lockers. The two children on the left are looking into the classroom to see their teacher hanging a paper on the wall. They are cheering and ready to high five each other.

Children's book illustration of a school hallway. Kids are getting lunches out of their lockers. The two children on the left are looking into the classroom to see their teacher hanging a paper on the wall. They are cheering and ready to high five each other.

Woohoo! School's out for the summer!

Illustration from the book 'Get Out Your Paper' written by Renee Hayes

#kidlitillustration #kidlitart #bookillustrator #schoolsoutforsummer #picturebookillustration #picturebook #getoutyourpaper

02.06.2025 14:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Children's book illustration of a friendly green chameleon looking at the viewer. There are decorative leafy plants hanging down from above.

Children's book illustration of a friendly green chameleon looking at the viewer. There are decorative leafy plants hanging down from above.

Meet Little Chameleon! This little cutie is the main character of my latest book project that is coming out soon!

Stay tuned for more illustrations and details about when the book will be available.

'Hello, Little Chameleon!' written by Elise Shaver

#kidlitart #picturebooks #childrensbooks

24.05.2025 02:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 31    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Illustration from the book 'Ready For: For the Food Explorers' showing a girl pouting with her arms crossed facing away from a table with a red apple on it. There is text above the table that says "No Way!"

Illustration from the book 'Ready For: For the Food Explorers' showing a girl pouting with her arms crossed facing away from a table with a red apple on it. There is text above the table that says "No Way!"

Children's illustration showing a little girl in a living room pouting with her arms crossed

Children's illustration showing a little girl in a living room pouting with her arms crossed

NO WAY! I will absolutely NOT eat that red apple!

Illustration from "Ready For: for the Food Explorers" written by Valerie Heneghan

#kidlitart #picturebookillustration
#picturebook #pickyeaters #childrensbookillustration #childrensbookillustrator #childrensbooks

17.05.2025 00:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 9    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
The TOC slide for my Kid Lit Illustration Dos and Don'ts talk.

1. Your Site
2. Your Social
3. Your Portfolio
4. Your Deal
5. Your Process

The TOC slide for my Kid Lit Illustration Dos and Don'ts talk. 1. Your Site 2. Your Social 3. Your Portfolio 4. Your Deal 5. Your Process

Hey #kidlit, I'm doing a unique, two-day, virtual event for @scbwiwestcentny.bsky.social!

On 5/29 I'll be giving a talk and then on 5/30 I'll be offering face-to-face portfolio/dummy reviews + providing written feedback.

Seats are limited. Register today!
www.scbwi.org/events/scbwi...

๐Ÿ’™โค๏ธ

15.05.2025 15:33 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 57    ๐Ÿ” 27    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Hey #kidlit, this one is in person, and it will be the first time Iโ€™ve ever given this particular talkโ€”Iโ€™m writing it right now.

Writing it specifically for people who are not communication designers. Aiming to deliver practical design knowledge that will help your book dummy to get acquired.

๐Ÿ’™โค๏ธ

16.05.2025 11:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 33    ๐Ÿ” 9    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
Children's book illustration of 3 cute monster friends being silly and high-fiving.

Children's book illustration of 3 cute monster friends being silly and high-fiving.

These 3 are the best of friends and are always there to support one another! You can see how they work together to deal with their big emotions in 'Push Restart', written by Mary De Merle Schams.

(Available now on Barnes and Noble and Amazon!)

#pushrestart #kidlitart #picturebook #childrensbooks

25.03.2025 21:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 11    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Book cover for 'Push Restart' showing 3 cute monster characters holding up unique videogame controllers on a blue background. The book is about navigating big emotions.

Book cover for 'Push Restart' showing 3 cute monster characters holding up unique videogame controllers on a blue background. The book is about navigating big emotions.

Cover reveal and happy book birthday to 'Push Restart'!!
๐Ÿฅณ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ“˜๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿฅณ

Follow along these cute monsters as they learn to navigate their big emotions! Illustrated by me and written by Mary De Merle Schams. Now available at Barnes and Noble and Amazon!

#coverreveal #bookcover #kidlitart #picturebook

05.03.2025 00:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Happy Book Birthday to Mary De Merle Schams! ๐ŸŽ‰

๐Ÿ“šPUSH RESTART, illustrated by @rochellesteder.bsky.social & published by Mascot Books hit shelves today. โœจ

See all of March's book birthdays here: buff.ly/ROAUvhm

04.03.2025 15:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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