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Alissa (有沙) Staples
@alistaps.bsky.social
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Children’s illustrator, game localization editor (8-4), & mother of two. A Japanese-Canadian obsessed with creative pursuits! She/her. 日本語話せます♪ http://linktr.ee/alistaps
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Alissa (有沙) Staples @alistaps.bsky.social · Oct 14
Hello #PortfolioDay!
My name is Alissa and I'm a Japanese-Canadian illustrator.

I love making art for kids and the young at heart! Seeking new illustration projects for 2026!

🖼️ alissastaples.com
🐹 instagram.com/alistaps

#kidlitart #childrensillustration #picturebooks #絵本イラスト #かわいいイラスト
A cute digital illustration of a busy playground at a woodland school. A doe teacher observes her many students as they climb and play on the slide, see-saw, bouncy mushrooms, swings, hiding log, and rope bridge. The students are all woodland creatures - foxes, hedgehogs, mice, ducklings, rabbits, turtles, and moles. The school itself is in the trunk of a large tree. A cute digital illustration of a cat and three hedgehogs sitting by a campfire, with a tent and trees in the background. The sun has started to set and the hedgehogs are roasting marshmallows. The cat sits on a log, playing a guitar and singing. A cute digital illustration of a happy hamster on a swing. The forest backdrop is filled with dappled light, and a tiny caterpillar watches from a leaf below. A cute digital painting of characters from the video game "The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom".
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ginaperry.bsky.social
Finding time for fun drawing while at @kidscon.bsky.social
Photo of a sketchbook page by Gina Perry. Blob shapes with black drawing on top. Mostly imaginary weirdos.
November 15, 2025 at 6:57 PM
alistaps.bsky.social
Still recovering from a days-long migraine. 🤕 Hope everyone's having a great weekend so far!
November 15, 2025 at 7:03 PM
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toffeehazel.bsky.social
imma get it doneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
September 23, 2024 at 2:06 PM
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theyetee.com
In real stroke of genius, we've expanded our official Chicory collection with a pair of colorful new items! Add a splash to your collection with a new tee and acrylic standee both designed by artist @mikotoazure.bsky.social, available now for pre-order: theyetee.com/chicory
November 14, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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tirtyturtle.bsky.social
Got addicted playing hades 2
#HadesGame #hades2
November 11, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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haykira.bsky.social
Isolated sprite loops made for the TUNIC old house animation!

#pixelart #TUNIC @finjico.bsky.social
#aseprite #dotpict #ドット絵
October 17, 2025 at 5:17 PM
alistaps.bsky.social
Loving Pluribus already!
November 8, 2025 at 4:25 AM
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johntv.bsky.social
It’s a bit hard for me to put into words just how very much this project meant to me, but if you know me at all, you probably understand. Echoing Jon’s sentiments below in expressing big love and gratitude to everyone involved. This game is genuinely a blast and I hope you’ll check it out! 💚
moriyoshijon.bsky.social Jon Riesenbach 🎮 ひぐらし奉 @moriyoshijon.bsky.social · 10d
Extremely proud and honored to have been part of the 8-4 team on Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment as an English Translation Producer and Editor! Huge huge thank you to Nintendo, @thehalpnetwork.bsky.social, and all our incredible voice actors for helping us bring this story to life!
Banner image for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
November 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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moriyoshijon.bsky.social
Extremely proud and honored to have been part of the 8-4 team on Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment as an English Translation Producer and Editor! Huge huge thank you to Nintendo, @thehalpnetwork.bsky.social, and all our incredible voice actors for helping us bring this story to life!
Banner image for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
November 6, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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vangameconnect.ca
The GAMES FROM VANCOUVER 🍁 Steam sale goes live Nov 21-30 with over 50 discounted games!

We've partnered with @bbigames.bsky.social to present a digital showcase of talent from Greater Vancouver.

Mark your calendar to snag a great deal and discover hits you might not have known were made here!
Games from Vancouver Steam sale is happening on November 21st - 30th. The background shows an illustration of Vancouver, albeit, with a lot more strange happenings. On the left in the water, a giant mech with four legs towers over the mountains. An ominous UFO ship is hovering above Downtown Vancouver. And, just in the sea, there is a giant octopus. This is putting some needed fun in Vancouver.
November 6, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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somebodyelsa.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! ✨

I’m Elsa, an author-illustrator who loves creating joyful, whimsical stories with a touch of humour.

Agents! I’m currently working on some amazing stories and seeking representation!

🎨 somebodyelsa.com
#kidlit #kidlitillustration #kidlitart
November 6, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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faridazaman.bsky.social
Hello my name is Farida Zaman. I am an author illustrator and my agent is the lovely Essie White of @stormliteraryagency

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⭐️I am open for book projects for 2026 ⭐️

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#kidlit #kidlitartpostcard #illustration #art #illustrationforkids #kidlitartist
November 6, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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speakyst.bsky.social
Happy November! 🍂

I'm Rachel and I love drawing picture books!

Am open for picture books, board books and any kidlit-art-related projects.

Website: rachel-foo.com
Agency 💼 : astound.us/publishing

#art #illustration #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitartpostcard
An illustration of a kid running (walking?) with his bird friends. All the birds decided to walk with him. The kid is holding a net for some reason which escapes me at this point. I think I originally wanted all of them to be chasing and catching insects, but I ran out of time. Done in Procreate.
November 6, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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diandramae.com
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Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day!

I’m an author-illustrator whose favorite season is Fall and who loves a good pun. 😉 You can see more of my work at diandramae.com. (I do not have representation.)

#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration
an illustration of a little brown acorn with arms and legs holding on to a yellow oak leaf as it drifts downward, surrounded by other leaves in tones of yellow, orange, and brown. A speech bubble from the acorn says, "BeLEAF in yourself,"
November 6, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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ginaperry.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! I’m Gina Perry, a New England children’s book author and illustrator. I’m open for new projects mid-2026. Rep’d by Sean McCarthy. More at: www.ginaperry.com #kidlitart #illustration
Spot illustration of a frog on roller skates, listening to music on headphones, wearing a cape. The cape is flying out behind him and it’s decorated with drawing and writing. Leaves swirl around. Art by Gina Perry. Text reads www.ginaperry.com Rep’d by Sean McCarthy
November 6, 2025 at 12:05 PM
alistaps.bsky.social
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day!

My name is Alissa, and I am a Japanese-Canadian illustrator located in Vancouver.
I would love to work on a picture book or board book!

🦦 alissastaples.com
🐬 instagram.com/alistaps

#kidlitart #illustrator
A cute digital illustration of a young girl reading a book in front of a sea otter tank at an aquarium. The text reads "Alissa Staples Illustration" and her website URL "alissastaples.com". On social media, she is "@alistaps" on instagram and "@alistaps.bsky.social" on bluesky.
November 6, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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crisppyboat.ca
I've been truly blown away with the wonderful submissions made for the katamari cousin art contest, it's been tough picking a winner... that's why I picked 2 instead!! Bandai namco graciously gave a second copy to giveaway!!
The winners are
@sukinapan.bsky.social and @stevie_klimushyn !!
November 4, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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ninacrittenden.bsky.social
Red octopus ghosts Ms. Bear's class during their field trip #peachtober25ghost
ink and watercolor illustration of Ms. Bear's class visiting an aquarium
October 31, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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nupsu.me
Daisy is my fave cousin from Katamari Damacy 🐄 ❤️

#BandaiNamcoCreator
@crisppyboat.ca
@bandainamcousa.bsky.social
October 30, 2025 at 1:27 PM
alistaps.bsky.social
Peachtober Day 31: Ghost 👻 おばけ

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Yay! I did all 31 days of the Peachtober art challenge this year! Thank you everyone for the kind support - your encouragement means the world to me. 😊

ハッピーハロウィン！
おかげ様でピーチトーバーを全31日間達成することができました！みなさまの応援がとっても励みになります。😊

#peachtober25 #kidlitart #ハロウィン
A cute digital illustration of a friendly ghost popping out of a jack o'lantern and throwing candy in the air. The jack o'lantern is smiling, and a pair of ghostly orange arms are rising out of it. "Happy Halloween!!" is written at the top of the illustration.
October 31, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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davidsaysthat.com
🚨 GAME INDUSTRY FRIENDS

I’m looking for professionals who would be interested in any of the following roles for a cool project I’m helping put together. These are paid positions. Hit me up and/or share! 👾
• Gameplay System Designer • Technical Game Designer • Senior Tech Artist • 3D Modeler • Animator or Character Rigger • Concept Artist / Illustrator • Software Engineer • Sound Engineer • UI Designer • Quality Assurance • 3D Generalist
October 30, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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tama00001234.bsky.social
コーヒー(2021.6)
October 28, 2025 at 10:51 PM
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ACNH 3.0 looks great!
Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition & Free Update – Announcement Trailer
YouTube video by Nintendo of America
youtu.be
October 30, 2025 at 3:39 PM
alistaps.bsky.social
Peachtober Day 30: Whisker 🐱 ヒゲ

A fluffy tuxedo cat, proud of her whiskers.
ヒゲが自慢のモフモフタキシード模様のネコです

#peachtober25 #peachtober25whisker #peachtober #kidlitart #catart #かわいいイラスト
A cute digital illustration of a fluffy tuxedo cat, sitting and facing the viewer. The cat has very long whiskers coming out of her face and ears.
October 30, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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angelamatteson.bsky.social
Violet fox is ready for the Halloween party dressed as her favorite crayon.
The second in my costumed character cuties series.

#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #SpookySeason #HalloweenIsComing #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
An illustration by Angela matteson of a standing fox character wearing a purple crayon halloween costume, and holding a treat bag with a black cat face on it.
October 29, 2025 at 11:02 PM