Angela Matteson
@angelamatteson.bsky.social
#KidLit Illustrator / Surface Designer
Obsessed with color & inspired by nature
Represented by James McGowan at BookEnds Literary Agency
bio.site/angelamatteson
Obsessed with color & inspired by nature
Represented by James McGowan at BookEnds Literary Agency
bio.site/angelamatteson
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Hello! I’m Angela, a nature loving midwest illustrator, creating for #PictureBooks, #BoardBooks, #magazines, #puzzles, and #SurfaceDesign.
Open for inspiring projects! 💌 angelamatteson.com
Rep'd by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
#PortfolioDay #KidLitArt #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
Open for inspiring projects! 💌 angelamatteson.com
Rep'd by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
#PortfolioDay #KidLitArt #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
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Open AI loses copyright case in Germany.
Judge Elke Schwager summarized the case saying that if you want to build something and need components, "then you purchase them and do not use the property of others."
Judge Elke Schwager summarized the case saying that if you want to build something and need components, "then you purchase them and do not use the property of others."
Blow for OpenAI in Germany as court rules song lyrics used illegally
A German court ruled on Tuesday that OpenAI violated copyright on nine popular songs in a lawsuit that marked another attempt to prevent the free use of artists' content online. The Munich Regional Co...
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November 14, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Open AI loses copyright case in Germany.
Judge Elke Schwager summarized the case saying that if you want to build something and need components, "then you purchase them and do not use the property of others."
Judge Elke Schwager summarized the case saying that if you want to build something and need components, "then you purchase them and do not use the property of others."
While everyone was scrambling for candy, this halloween party-goer was already thinking about her grandma’s homemade pumpkin pie that would be at her family’s Thanksgiving feast!
The 5th in my costumed character cuties series.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #characterdesign #HalloweenIllustration
The 5th in my costumed character cuties series.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #characterdesign #HalloweenIllustration
November 13, 2025 at 8:05 PM
While everyone was scrambling for candy, this halloween party-goer was already thinking about her grandma’s homemade pumpkin pie that would be at her family’s Thanksgiving feast!
The 5th in my costumed character cuties series.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #characterdesign #HalloweenIllustration
The 5th in my costumed character cuties series.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #characterdesign #HalloweenIllustration
Halloween has passed, but the party's not over! Avocado toast bear has just arrived fashionably late.
4th in my costumed character cuties series.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #characterdesign #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
4th in my costumed character cuties series.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #characterdesign #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
November 8, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Halloween has passed, but the party's not over! Avocado toast bear has just arrived fashionably late.
4th in my costumed character cuties series.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #characterdesign #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
4th in my costumed character cuties series.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #characterdesign #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
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This year has been exhausting for all creative people and it's normal to feel burned out or unmotivated, because the daily grind is consuming us. But be kind to yourselves, get plenty of rest and come back whenever you're ready.Your mental health goes first
November 6, 2025 at 8:58 AM
This year has been exhausting for all creative people and it's normal to feel burned out or unmotivated, because the daily grind is consuming us. But be kind to yourselves, get plenty of rest and come back whenever you're ready.Your mental health goes first
Hello! #KidLitArtPostcard! The magical autumn baking season is upon us with sweet treats and warm spices!
angelamatteson.com
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social @bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #art #ChildrensBooks #picturebooks
angelamatteson.com
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social @bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #art #ChildrensBooks #picturebooks
November 6, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Hello! #KidLitArtPostcard! The magical autumn baking season is upon us with sweet treats and warm spices!
angelamatteson.com
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social @bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #art #ChildrensBooks #picturebooks
angelamatteson.com
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social @bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #art #ChildrensBooks #picturebooks
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Author/illustrator for 30y. I love creating expressive, mischievous characters who are up for wild adventures. I create cozy worlds for readers to inhabit. Looking for picture, board, & chapter book projects. Rep'd by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic. www.laurazarrin.com #kidlitartpostcard
November 6, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Author/illustrator for 30y. I love creating expressive, mischievous characters who are up for wild adventures. I create cozy worlds for readers to inhabit. Looking for picture, board, & chapter book projects. Rep'd by Elizabeth Bennett, Transatlantic. www.laurazarrin.com #kidlitartpostcard
Miss squirrel is excited for the Halloween party dressed in the lily of the valley costume she made herself.
3rd in my costumed character cuties series.
Yes, gardener me went with another flower theme.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #HalloweenIsComing #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
3rd in my costumed character cuties series.
Yes, gardener me went with another flower theme.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #HalloweenIsComing #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
October 31, 2025 at 1:52 AM
Miss squirrel is excited for the Halloween party dressed in the lily of the valley costume she made herself.
3rd in my costumed character cuties series.
Yes, gardener me went with another flower theme.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #HalloweenIsComing #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
3rd in my costumed character cuties series.
Yes, gardener me went with another flower theme.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #HalloweenIsComing #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
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
The second in my costumed character cuties series.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #SpookySeason #HalloweenIsComing #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
October 29, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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
The second in my costumed character cuties series.
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #SpookySeason #HalloweenIsComing #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
This bunny is ready for the Halloween party dressed as an orange zinnia.
The first in my costumed character cuties series. 🎃
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #SpookySeason #HalloweenIsComing #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
The first in my costumed character cuties series. 🎃
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #SpookySeason #HalloweenIsComing #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
October 28, 2025 at 10:06 PM
This bunny is ready for the Halloween party dressed as an orange zinnia.
The first in my costumed character cuties series. 🎃
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #SpookySeason #HalloweenIsComing #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
The first in my costumed character cuties series. 🎃
#KidLitArt #HalloweenCostume #HalloweenArt #SpookySeason #HalloweenIsComing #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
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In case you need a Halloween costume idea! Bonus points if you map yourself 😂
Find Little Free Libraries in your neighborhood while you're out trick-or-treating next week by downloading our mobile app: https://lflib.org/app
Find Little Free Libraries in your neighborhood while you're out trick-or-treating next week by downloading our mobile app: https://lflib.org/app
October 22, 2025 at 5:05 PM
In case you need a Halloween costume idea! Bonus points if you map yourself 😂
Find Little Free Libraries in your neighborhood while you're out trick-or-treating next week by downloading our mobile app: https://lflib.org/app
Find Little Free Libraries in your neighborhood while you're out trick-or-treating next week by downloading our mobile app: https://lflib.org/app
Teen vampire serenading his beloved in the moonlight. Of course, I had Peter Gabriel’s ‘In Your Eyes’ on repeat in my head while working on this. Also, Teenage Wasteland.
#KidLitArt #vampire #HalloweenArt #SpookyArt #SpookySeason #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
#KidLitArt #vampire #HalloweenArt #SpookyArt #SpookySeason #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
October 22, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Teen vampire serenading his beloved in the moonlight. Of course, I had Peter Gabriel’s ‘In Your Eyes’ on repeat in my head while working on this. Also, Teenage Wasteland.
#KidLitArt #vampire #HalloweenArt #SpookyArt #SpookySeason #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
#KidLitArt #vampire #HalloweenArt #SpookyArt #SpookySeason #HalloweenIllustration #Halloween
#SixOnSaturday October blooms, bees, butterflies 🌱
It's odd but lovely to see active pollinators and so many blooms in mid October here in the northern midwest zone 6.
#BloomScrolling #gardening #gardensky
It's odd but lovely to see active pollinators and so many blooms in mid October here in the northern midwest zone 6.
#BloomScrolling #gardening #gardensky
October 18, 2025 at 5:59 PM
#SixOnSaturday October blooms, bees, butterflies 🌱
It's odd but lovely to see active pollinators and so many blooms in mid October here in the northern midwest zone 6.
#BloomScrolling #gardening #gardensky
It's odd but lovely to see active pollinators and so many blooms in mid October here in the northern midwest zone 6.
#BloomScrolling #gardening #gardensky
#SixOnSaturday vegetable edition 🌱
I'm grateful for the extended growing season since the peppers didn't start producing until September due to an overly hot summer here in the northern midwest zone 6.
#gardening #gardensky #vegetables
I'm grateful for the extended growing season since the peppers didn't start producing until September due to an overly hot summer here in the northern midwest zone 6.
#gardening #gardensky #vegetables
October 18, 2025 at 5:51 PM
#SixOnSaturday vegetable edition 🌱
I'm grateful for the extended growing season since the peppers didn't start producing until September due to an overly hot summer here in the northern midwest zone 6.
#gardening #gardensky #vegetables
I'm grateful for the extended growing season since the peppers didn't start producing until September due to an overly hot summer here in the northern midwest zone 6.
#gardening #gardensky #vegetables
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Reposted by Angela Matteson
I saw a tragically AI-generated version of this poster, so I have recreated a 100% human-made version for all your protest sign needs.
October 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
I saw a tragically AI-generated version of this poster, so I have recreated a 100% human-made version for all your protest sign needs.
Hello! I’m Angela, a nature loving midwest illustrator, creating for #PictureBooks, #BoardBooks, #magazines, #puzzles, and #SurfaceDesign.
Open for inspiring projects! 💌 angelamatteson.com
Rep'd by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
#PortfolioDay #KidLitArt #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
Open for inspiring projects! 💌 angelamatteson.com
Rep'd by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
#PortfolioDay #KidLitArt #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
October 15, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Hello! I’m Angela, a nature loving midwest illustrator, creating for #PictureBooks, #BoardBooks, #magazines, #puzzles, and #SurfaceDesign.
Open for inspiring projects! 💌 angelamatteson.com
Rep'd by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
#PortfolioDay #KidLitArt #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
Open for inspiring projects! 💌 angelamatteson.com
Rep'd by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
#PortfolioDay #KidLitArt #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
Inspired by Mike Lowery’s Big List of Sketchbook Stuff (1 A Witch Cooking) + #Peachtober (4 Gingham).
She's making chocolate chip pumpkin cookies!
#SpookySketchbook #SpookySketchbookStuff #peachtober25gingham #peachtober25 #kidlitart
She's making chocolate chip pumpkin cookies!
#SpookySketchbook #SpookySketchbookStuff #peachtober25gingham #peachtober25 #kidlitart
October 10, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Inspired by Mike Lowery’s Big List of Sketchbook Stuff (1 A Witch Cooking) + #Peachtober (4 Gingham).
She's making chocolate chip pumpkin cookies!
#SpookySketchbook #SpookySketchbookStuff #peachtober25gingham #peachtober25 #kidlitart
She's making chocolate chip pumpkin cookies!
#SpookySketchbook #SpookySketchbookStuff #peachtober25gingham #peachtober25 #kidlitart
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Your friendly reminder that undoc workers actually _help subsidize federal programs for everybody else_.
In 2022 alone, they paid $25.7 billion into Social Security and $6.4 billion into Medicare—programs they can’t access due to their legal status👇🏽
americasvoicecnn.substack.com/p/theyre-lyi...
In 2022 alone, they paid $25.7 billion into Social Security and $6.4 billion into Medicare—programs they can’t access due to their legal status👇🏽
americasvoicecnn.substack.com/p/theyre-lyi...
They’re Lying, Dividing, And Distracting. Don’t Believe The GOP’s Shutdown Hype
“This isn’t about health care for undocumented immigrants—that’s already against the law," said Sen. Mark Warner. "It’s about the fact that Republicans are intentionally skyrocketing your premiums.”
americasvoicecnn.substack.com
October 6, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Your friendly reminder that undoc workers actually _help subsidize federal programs for everybody else_.
In 2022 alone, they paid $25.7 billion into Social Security and $6.4 billion into Medicare—programs they can’t access due to their legal status👇🏽
americasvoicecnn.substack.com/p/theyre-lyi...
In 2022 alone, they paid $25.7 billion into Social Security and $6.4 billion into Medicare—programs they can’t access due to their legal status👇🏽
americasvoicecnn.substack.com/p/theyre-lyi...
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The brave men and women who serve in our national guards must not be used as political props. This is a moment where every American must speak up and help stop this madness.
October 6, 2025 at 1:44 AM
The brave men and women who serve in our national guards must not be used as political props. This is a moment where every American must speak up and help stop this madness.
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I'm so over breaking news. How about some fixing news.
October 6, 2025 at 2:18 AM
I'm so over breaking news. How about some fixing news.
A warm hello with a sprinkle of cinnamon! Gather your pumpkins, it’s time to decorate for #KidLitArtPostcard!
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
October 2, 2025 at 3:20 PM
A warm hello with a sprinkle of cinnamon! Gather your pumpkins, it’s time to decorate for #KidLitArtPostcard!
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
Reposted by Angela Matteson
“Only if we understand, will we care. Only if we care, will we help. Only if we help shall all be saved.” ~ Jane Goodall
Thank you, Ms. Goodall. Rest in peace.🤍🌎
Thank you, Ms. Goodall. Rest in peace.🤍🌎
October 2, 2025 at 1:10 AM
“Only if we understand, will we care. Only if we care, will we help. Only if we help shall all be saved.” ~ Jane Goodall
Thank you, Ms. Goodall. Rest in peace.🤍🌎
Thank you, Ms. Goodall. Rest in peace.🤍🌎
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President @barackobama.bsky.social's reflection on the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall. 🤍
October 2, 2025 at 1:24 AM
President @barackobama.bsky.social's reflection on the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall. 🤍
Reposted by Angela Matteson
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day
I’m srinidhi, a #kidlit illustrator who enjoys drawing kids on their day to day emotions and adventures.
I’m currently open to #picturebooks #middlegrade Interiors and covers!
View my work at www.srinidhidraws.com
#kidlitart #picturebookart
“Food is memory”
I’m srinidhi, a #kidlit illustrator who enjoys drawing kids on their day to day emotions and adventures.
I’m currently open to #picturebooks #middlegrade Interiors and covers!
View my work at www.srinidhidraws.com
#kidlitart #picturebookart
“Food is memory”
September 4, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Happy #kidlitartpostcard day
I’m srinidhi, a #kidlit illustrator who enjoys drawing kids on their day to day emotions and adventures.
I’m currently open to #picturebooks #middlegrade Interiors and covers!
View my work at www.srinidhidraws.com
#kidlitart #picturebookart
“Food is memory”
I’m srinidhi, a #kidlit illustrator who enjoys drawing kids on their day to day emotions and adventures.
I’m currently open to #picturebooks #middlegrade Interiors and covers!
View my work at www.srinidhidraws.com
#kidlitart #picturebookart
“Food is memory”
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
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
angelamatteson.com
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
September 4, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks
angelamatteson.com
I’m represented by @jmcgowanbks.bsky.social
@bookendsliterary.bsky.social
#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #ChildrensBooks