Junco

Hey! It's #KidLitArtPostcard day this fine first week in September. I'm an author and illustrator of books for kids. I like simple shapes, texture, and color to help tell stories. I'm proudly rep'd by @jenrofe.bsky.social of @andreabrownlit.bsky.social ⚡️More: www.twofishillustration.com

#Kidlitartpostcard March! 🍀 I'm Ronni Runyon, an illustrator that looks to capture the small moments in life and make them magical. I would love to work on picture books, board books, middle grade etc. I am seeking representation! ronnirunyonillustration.com

A little character for September’s #kidlitartpostcard 💛 I'm Junco, a Japanese American illustrator working on picture books and visual storytelling. 🌐 juncostudio.com ✉️ :hello@juncostudio.com

I'm Junco, a Japanese American illustrator working on picture books and visual storytelling. August’s #kidlitartpostcard ☀️ 🌐 juncostudio.com ✉️ hello@juncostudio.com I wanted this one to feel bright, playful, and a little nostalgic — like a hot beach day seen through giant sunglasses.

Revisiting an old favorite! 🌿 Over ten years ago, I created my Botanical Lettering collection—one illustration for each letter. Now, I’m exploring new ways to bring these hand-painted designs to life through stationery and gifts. Here’s a sneak peek of a mockup!

A small studio peek 🌊 Working on final art for MIZU: Beneath the Waves — one spread at a time.

I'm Junco, a Japanese American illustrator working on picture books and visual storytelling. 🌐 juncostudio.com ✉️ :hello@juncostudio.com A watermelon pool for this month’s #kidlitartpostcard 🍉 I wanted to make something that feels like summer right in the middle of it — hot, bright, a little silly

per, scan the drawing, and then continue building color, texture, and atmosphere digitally. I've been thinking a lot about character development—not just how a character looks, but how they hold themselves, what they care about, and the small relationships that begin to appear on the page.

Excited to share that, thanks to a kind invitation from @mikecurato.bsky.social, the chair of this year’s (46th) @soi128.bsky.social Original Art Show Competition, I’ll be the Art Director on this year’s jury.✨ Submit your picture books here: societyillustrators.org/the-original... 💙❤️ #kidlit

Hello #kidlitartpostcard ! I am Charlene Chua & I illustrate for kids. 🌟 Available for books + other kids-related projects 🌟 Portfolio - charlenechua.com Rep' by Tracy Marchini Literary #kidlitart #kidlit #illustration

Happy 5th birthday #KidLitArtPostcard day! Open to the right picture book for my wonky illustrations, I’m depicted here in a memory from childhood. Lost in thought and full of possibilities, as I still am today. My portfolio and contact info can be found at www.andreawickert.com

Did you ever destroy something with your art you wish you hadn’t? 👋 Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am rep’d by Jenn Laughran (@literaticat) with @andreabrownlit. I’m always looking for my next book to work on. #kidlitpostcard #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlit #kidlitart

I'm Junco, a Japanese American illustrator working on picture books and visual storytelling. 🌐 juncostudio.com ✉️ :hello@juncostudio.com ------------------ A little character development piece for this month’s #kidlitartpostcard.

Character development for a new picture book sample. I started with pencil sketches on paper, scanned them, and then brought them into Procreate to explore color, texture, and the feeling between the characters.

A little peek at Mizu’s evolution across the pages. I love watching a character shift from one moment to another — the same child, but with a different breath, mood, and light each time. From quiet nerves to underwater wonder. 🌊

I tried bringing another picture book illustration to life ☀️ the kind of scene that feels ordinary until you realize you’ll probably miss it later

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! I'm Junco, a Japanese American illustrator focusing on everyday scenes. Check out my portfolio: juncostudio.com. Rep: @redfoxliterary ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー The school bus is here…but breakfast, cats, and morning distractions are still in progress ☕🐈

From sketch to bloom 🌼 Just playing, just following the drawing.

I tried turning one of my picture book illustrations into a reel 🌊 just floating, soft water moving around, bubbles slowly rising nothing really happens, but kinda makes you want to stay here a little longer

Expanding a moment from last month. I started with a single image, and now I’m slowly building the space, the people, and what’s happening around them. Still in progress, but I like seeing the story unfold this way

I tried animating one of my old illustrations 🌸 just a soft breeze, flowers swaying a little, her hair moving with the wind nothing really happens, but… Spring kinda makes you want to live like this

I took a postcard illustration from last month and started building a bigger story around it. Lately I’ve been thinking about: – where the eye goes – what’s happening in time – little traces of an action Trying to make images feel less like a setup, and more like a moment.

Picture book in progress. One line at a time. #kidlitart #picturebookillustration #kidlit #childrensbooks #wip

Testing, choosing, and adjusting. Building the rhythm of the sea, one layer at a time. This is part of my picture book process.

A quiet moment, on a rainy day. From sketch to final. #kidlitart #kidlitartpostcard

A quiet morning From sketch to final #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitart #kidlit #picturebook #kidlitartist

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Illustrators, Red Fox Literary is opening up for queries soon. See their website for more info. #kidlitillustration

Happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! I'm Junco, a Japanese American illustrator working on picture books and visual storytelling. I'm currently working on my debut picture book, and am open to new illustration opportunities. portfolio: juncostudio.com Rep:@redfoxliterary

Morning scene. A mom getting her child ready to school. It's busy, but a small everyday moment I wanted to capture. I'm interested in these kinds of quiet, ordinary situations and how they feel. Working on a new piece for #kidlitartpostcard. Still in progress.

Working on new spreads for my picture book. This is the stage of painting the characters on the paper before scanning. Exploring movement, light, and the quiet connection between characters. Still in progress, but I'm starting to the rhythm of the story take shape.

Small mornings, big love. I’ve been practicing drawing full scenes lately — not just characters, but the little objects and spaces around them. It’s starting to feel like the room is coming alive.

Happy KidLit Postcard Day!✨ I’m Bear, a cartoonist and illustrator, and I’m looking for fun new projects. #kidlitartpostcardday #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitart #cartooning

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! ✨ I get hit with a bad flu last week, it was horrible 🫠 Thankfully I’m feeling better now. 🎨 deeclarade.com #kidlit #kidlitpostcard

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! We are a #kidlit illustration studio from Spain. We love creating bold, playful worlds and have had the pleasure of collaborating with: 🧱 Lego 🐯 Little Tiger 📚 Hachette 📱 Huawei 🍎 Apple 🌐 pintachan.com ✉️ pablo@pintachan.com #kidlitpostcard #illustration #kidlitart

Hello Art Directors, Editors, and Book Designers! If you're looking for whimsical and colorful illustrations for children's books, look no further! #kidlitartpostcard! 📚✨

Happy #kidlitartpostcard If you're looking for whimsical and colorful illustrations for children's books, look no further! 🌐 juncostudio.com ✉️ hello@juncostudio.com This piece reflects what's happening in the world. Even when the world feels dark, there is always a small worth looking up for.

Currently working on a new picture book. These studies are part of the process-exploring movement, texture, and the small gestures that shapes a story. Taking it slow, listening to my body, and continuing one page at a time.

🎨✨ Happy December! I'm excited to share my latest #kidlitartpostcard! 📚✨ If you're looking for whimsical and colorful illustrations for children's books, look no further! 🌐 juncostudio.com ✉️ hello@juncostudio.com

There's something joyful about filling the pages of my sketchbook. I love experimenting with colors and ideas. It allows me to express myself freely. Every page is like a tiny universe.

🎨✨ Happy November! I'm excited to share my latest #kidlitartpostcard! 📚✨ If you're looking for whimsical and colorful illustrations for children's books, look no further! 🌐 juncostudio.com ✉️ hello@juncostudio.com

I created this artwork 5 years ago. The concept was inspired by the graphic novel style, featuring divided spaces. It narrates a story, yet it doesn't resemble a comic. It was made using colored pencils. I think I should be capable of working with paint now.

"Pumpkin Popper" is an illustration that blends the classic imagery of a jack-o'-lantern with a whimsical twist, bringing a playful spirit.

This character was created three years ago, and I came across it while browsing through my Procreate library. At the time, I thought I sucked this for some reason. Looking at it now, though, it seems solid to me. Maybe there’s a chance for me to explore a future in character design?

When crafting a composition, create the balance of negative and positive space while guiding the viewer's gaze across the canvas. Even the simplest visuals can become a sense of depth and intrigue. I hope I can draw backgrounds next time too

Faces tell stories

My sketch book 📕