Claire Lordon - Illustrator, Designer, & Author
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Claire Lordon - Illustrator, Designer, & Author
@clairelordon.com
Vancouver 🇨🇦 children's illustrator/author of 8 books & more. Graphic memoir 'One in a Million' out now! She/they.🖤🩶🤍💜.
Agent @mccarthylit.com
http://bio.site/clairelordon
I'm rereading a few pieces I wrote in college to use as examples of my history in an upcoming presentation for tweens. I honestly can't remember most of the pieces I wrote. Honestly? They're quite good. I can't believe I wrote them!
July 16, 2025 at 9:02 PM
Hi #kidlitartpostcard Day!👋
I'm Claire Lordon, an illustrator, designer, and author and I'm available for PB, GN, board books, and early readers. 🤩

website: clairelordon.com
agent:
@mccarthylit.com

Dream projects: Dogs, ocean, penguins, space, camping

#kidlit #kidlitart #kidlitpostcard
July 3, 2025 at 5:07 PM
My work is featured in the childrensillustrators.com newsletter!! I only joined last week! 🥳
June 30, 2025 at 4:18 PM
I just learned that my website was not connecting new subscribers to my newsletter for the past THREE YEARS!! It's in the process of syncing now. I'm so sorry!
June 30, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Update! Hugo's biopsy results came back and he does not have cancer!! Unfortunately, he's still sick, but we know what's going on. He will be on medication for about a year and should live a normal lifespan. BEST NEWS EVER!
June 29, 2025 at 4:18 AM
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NEW - just added another set of paint texture sheets for you to get free on gumroad! ⭐️ Use these as layers on your digital illustrations to add a cool look and interest.

heycrystalsmith.gumroad.com

#kidlitart #illustration #illustrator #art #picturebooks
June 21, 2025 at 12:45 AM
If you are familiar with my work you may remember the comics I have created of my dog Hugo . I have been working on this new project and while it's not fully complete I wanted to post it now.
June 17, 2025 at 10:08 PM
I'm excited to announce a redesign of my website www.clairelordon.com!

I realized that my old website was very minimal and lacking in personality. The rebranding took more time than I anticipated, but I'm very pleased with the outcome. It now feels more like an extension of myself and my artwork⭐ 🧡
June 5, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Newsletter alert! I had my newsletter/periodical update email go out today. If you'd like to view it you can do so here:
mailchi.mp/d91b735e87e5...
Updates from Claire Lordon - New Website!
mailchi.mp
June 5, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Reading Dog Man by @davpilkey.bsky.social for the first time (I know I should hav read this sooner) and I have so many thoughts! Spoilers ahead!
June 1, 2025 at 8:20 PM
I'm creating a brand guide for my website and my online presence, and I thought I'd share a cool tool I came across. Coolors is a fun color palette generator
coolors.co
Coolors - The super fast color palettes generator!
Generate or browse beautiful color combinations for your designs.
coolors.co
May 13, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Ten (!!!) years ago my first book deal was announced. I can't believe I've been in the kid lit industry for a decade!
May 7, 2025 at 3:51 PM
I had fun this past weekend drawing three dog illustrations for @wamal.bsky.social! They have a fundraiser every year where you can get your pet poorly (or not so poorly) drawn.
Here are the three dog illustrations I made as a volunteer.
May 5, 2025 at 7:42 PM
It's always disappointing to get book reviews that have to do with the condition of the physical book. I have no control over this and it hurts the book's rating :( If this happens to you please contact support before leaving a one star review.
May 5, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Voted (by mail) for my first Canadian federal election. So happy to call this country home!
a penguin wearing a hat and scarf holds a canadian flag
ALT: a penguin wearing a hat and scarf holds a canadian flag
media.tenor.com
April 28, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Reposted by Claire Lordon - Illustrator, Designer, & Author
Canadian Independent Bookstore Day (CIBD) is on Saturday, April 26!

Find a local indie bookstore & check their socials for specials on this day!

www.indiebookstores.ca/bookstores/

#cibd2025 #books
April 26, 2025 at 3:36 AM
In honor of National Poetry Month, here is a poem I wrote when I was young:

It Looks Great to Go Snowboarding!
Snowboarding <- my poem

Snowboarding is fun, you do tricks, hang with friends, & do it over again. Toeside, sideslipping, & lots, lots more! It's fun to explore when you're on a board!
April 16, 2025 at 7:03 PM
I’ve told myself for years (!!) that I’ll take a pottery class. I finally took the plunge. I’m very proud of myself.
April 11, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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It’s #NationalLibraryWeek - support your library and get a free audio book ⬇️
Donate to your public library, get a free Libro.fm audiobook credit! 📚🥰❤️

This week is #NationalLibraryWeek and just like our beloved indie bookshops, libraries play an essential role in our communities.

But, more than ever, they need our support.

Learn more: blog.libro.fm/libraryweek/
April 10, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Went to Costco and only bought what was on my list! 🙌🏻🏆
April 10, 2025 at 4:25 PM
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Win at Book Promotion

📕 JJK’s Vlog
youtu.be/JXMslrIcvrE
Win at Book Promotion 📕 JJK’s Vlog
YouTube video by Jarrett J. Krosoczka
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April 9, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Hi #PortfolioDay! I'm Claire, an illustrator who creates art for kids and kids at heart.

I have illustrated and/or written 8 books for kids including 6 picture books and 1 YA graphic memoir.

I'd love to work on all sorts of projects!

Agent:@mccarthylit.com
Website: www.clairelordon.com
April 8, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day! It's finally spring here in Vancouver which means rain and cherry blossoms!

I'm an author-illustrator who would love to work on picture books, early readers, and graphic novels.

My wonderful agent is @mccarthylit.com
My website is www.clairelordon.com

#kidlitart
April 3, 2025 at 4:09 PM
I finally set up Flashes!
April 1, 2025 at 9:55 PM
This Thursday!!
March 31, 2025 at 8:32 PM