Natasha Rimmington
@natasharimmington.bsky.social
🖌Childrens Book Illustrator 🖌 Rep'd by The Bright Agency.
Loves bears, binturongs and all fuzzy animals.
https://www.natasharimmington.com/
Loves bears, binturongs and all fuzzy animals.
https://www.natasharimmington.com/
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Hi!👋 I'm a Childrens book illustrator based in Scotland, I love drawing cute things, hiking and being outdoors. You can find me at: natasharimmington.com and rep'd by The Bright Agency 💙
Later this week I'll be displaying my work at Scotland's First Jigsaw Festival! 🧩Illustrating more puzzles is top of my wish-list for 2026, especially a wooden puzzle set collection 🤞
November 12, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Later this week I'll be displaying my work at Scotland's First Jigsaw Festival! 🧩Illustrating more puzzles is top of my wish-list for 2026, especially a wooden puzzle set collection 🤞
About two years ago I returned to having a part-time job because I couldn't make a living from just Illustration. It felt crushing after so many years trying to go solo and that perhaps my art wasn't good enough. Not worth enough. 😮💨But somehow it works out for the best...
Many full time creatives have “invisible safety nets” like bread-winning partners, trust funds, external support, etc. No shame on anyone, but it creates a false vision of success. The cost of going to cons alone on top of hoping to eat as a freelancer are untenable, IMO.
When people hear that I'm returning to part time work they often ask "are things not going well with your art?"
The problem really is things are going well, but the world is so unstable that I long for some consistency and income that I don't have to pay quarterly taxes on
The problem really is things are going well, but the world is so unstable that I long for some consistency and income that I don't have to pay quarterly taxes on
November 3, 2025 at 3:51 PM
About two years ago I returned to having a part-time job because I couldn't make a living from just Illustration. It felt crushing after so many years trying to go solo and that perhaps my art wasn't good enough. Not worth enough. 😮💨But somehow it works out for the best...
So your telling me there's a local race where I can run around someone's field to get a medal AND a haggis? And then wear it on a rather nice black t-shirt...First race of '26 confirmed! 😄🏅
October 13, 2025 at 7:55 AM
So your telling me there's a local race where I can run around someone's field to get a medal AND a haggis? And then wear it on a rather nice black t-shirt...First race of '26 confirmed! 😄🏅
I've always used social media for art, but never personal life, so it's tricky to get into the habit of it. 🏃♀️I'm back to running again using a walk/run mix as my ankle continues to recover. I'd like to be back to half marathon level by New Year🤞 Big challenges planned for 2026
October 10, 2025 at 3:05 PM
I've always used social media for art, but never personal life, so it's tricky to get into the habit of it. 🏃♀️I'm back to running again using a walk/run mix as my ankle continues to recover. I'd like to be back to half marathon level by New Year🤞 Big challenges planned for 2026
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#Competition Time. Win a signed copy of my new Picture book ‘My Friend Billy Whiskers’. All you have to do is Like, Repost and Follow me to be in with a chance. I’ll pick at random a winner on Monday 6th October. Good Luck all 🤞🦁👦🏻
#giveaway #picturebook
#giveaway #picturebook
October 2, 2025 at 7:15 AM
#Competition Time. Win a signed copy of my new Picture book ‘My Friend Billy Whiskers’. All you have to do is Like, Repost and Follow me to be in with a chance. I’ll pick at random a winner on Monday 6th October. Good Luck all 🤞🦁👦🏻
#giveaway #picturebook
#giveaway #picturebook
#Kidlitart community, please go and give a follow to Carlo. His work is adorable and just the refresh every timeline needs
Fall animals are the best animals 🧡
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September 19, 2025 at 9:09 PM
#Kidlitart community, please go and give a follow to Carlo. His work is adorable and just the refresh every timeline needs
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We deserve some joy.
We deserve some FAT BEARS.
NEXT WEEK NEXT WEEK!!!!
Go Grazer Go you absolute unit!
www.npr.org/2025/09/19/n...
We deserve some FAT BEARS.
NEXT WEEK NEXT WEEK!!!!
Go Grazer Go you absolute unit!
www.npr.org/2025/09/19/n...
Fat Bear Week is here early, and the bears are fat and playful
The famous bears of Alaska's Katmai National Park are enjoying an abundance of salmon, and even some playtime, as they pack on pounds to prepare for the winter.
www.npr.org
September 19, 2025 at 2:49 PM
We deserve some joy.
We deserve some FAT BEARS.
NEXT WEEK NEXT WEEK!!!!
Go Grazer Go you absolute unit!
www.npr.org/2025/09/19/n...
We deserve some FAT BEARS.
NEXT WEEK NEXT WEEK!!!!
Go Grazer Go you absolute unit!
www.npr.org/2025/09/19/n...
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Hey #kidlit illustrators!
We're beginning work on new Christmas/nighttime themed picture book. I'm looking for someone with a painterly, textured, and literary style capable conjuring magic, light, and wonder.
Please respond w/ samples + folio link.
Please no emails/DMs.
💙❤️ #artcommissions
We're beginning work on new Christmas/nighttime themed picture book. I'm looking for someone with a painterly, textured, and literary style capable conjuring magic, light, and wonder.
Please respond w/ samples + folio link.
Please no emails/DMs.
💙❤️ #artcommissions
September 15, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Hey #kidlit illustrators!
We're beginning work on new Christmas/nighttime themed picture book. I'm looking for someone with a painterly, textured, and literary style capable conjuring magic, light, and wonder.
Please respond w/ samples + folio link.
Please no emails/DMs.
💙❤️ #artcommissions
We're beginning work on new Christmas/nighttime themed picture book. I'm looking for someone with a painterly, textured, and literary style capable conjuring magic, light, and wonder.
Please respond w/ samples + folio link.
Please no emails/DMs.
💙❤️ #artcommissions
DNS 😞Guess where I'm not. Today I should have been taking part in Edinburgh Trail Escape, but due to spraining my ankle early July it was a no go. 🏅Deferred entry to next year (because I want to enjoy it and not limp around having a bad time)
September 6, 2025 at 2:11 PM
DNS 😞Guess where I'm not. Today I should have been taking part in Edinburgh Trail Escape, but due to spraining my ankle early July it was a no go. 🏅Deferred entry to next year (because I want to enjoy it and not limp around having a bad time)
💙Apologies, I have no access to messages here on Bsky thanks to the age verification which I can't get around (as I have a debit card not a credit card) Hope they find a fix or alternative 💙
a painting of a grassy field with a blue sky and clouds
ALT: a painting of a grassy field with a blue sky and clouds
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September 2, 2025 at 9:08 AM
💙Apologies, I have no access to messages here on Bsky thanks to the age verification which I can't get around (as I have a debit card not a credit card) Hope they find a fix or alternative 💙
A new month and a new book! ✨Where's The Axolotl ✨Out today with Arcturus Publishing- and it's even in hardback 💗 #newbook #kidlitart #kidlit
September 1, 2025 at 5:53 PM
A new month and a new book! ✨Where's The Axolotl ✨Out today with Arcturus Publishing- and it's even in hardback 💗 #newbook #kidlitart #kidlit
Throwback to 2017 when my art looked a little different 🫣 Completely forgot about the donated tennis balls, tempted to give it a redraw sometime 🥎 #kidlit #kidlitart
August 19, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Throwback to 2017 when my art looked a little different 🫣 Completely forgot about the donated tennis balls, tempted to give it a redraw sometime 🥎 #kidlit #kidlitart
Another behind the scenes! The fast food spread was one of my favourite scenes to draw, especially for the mouse in the taco outfit. As an easter egg, you'll find the van from 'Taco Truck' (published 2023) which was based on the van from Overcooked 2🦜 #wip #kidlitart #newbook
August 14, 2025 at 8:07 AM
Another behind the scenes! The fast food spread was one of my favourite scenes to draw, especially for the mouse in the taco outfit. As an easter egg, you'll find the van from 'Taco Truck' (published 2023) which was based on the van from Overcooked 2🦜 #wip #kidlitart #newbook
Another partial spread from my latest book. Busy scenes are my favourite to draw and I try to make every character unique. Look out for a scared lion, lost rubber duck and lots of polka dot mugs ❄️ #kidlitart #kidit
August 12, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Another partial spread from my latest book. Busy scenes are my favourite to draw and I try to make every character unique. Look out for a scared lion, lost rubber duck and lots of polka dot mugs ❄️ #kidlitart #kidit
To celebrate my new book Vehicles: 1001 Things To Find 🚘 I'm sharing some roughs from the project. This was the concept design for our lead Tristan Tiger 🐯 #kidlitart #kidlit #characterdesign
August 11, 2025 at 8:46 AM
To celebrate my new book Vehicles: 1001 Things To Find 🚘 I'm sharing some roughs from the project. This was the concept design for our lead Tristan Tiger 🐯 #kidlitart #kidlit #characterdesign
🥳My new book is out! Vehicles: 1001 Things to Find, published by Igloo Books. All next week I'll be sharing sketches, roughs and some of my favourite bits 🚙 So keep a look out! #kidlitart #newbook #igloobooks
August 9, 2025 at 10:20 AM
🥳My new book is out! Vehicles: 1001 Things to Find, published by Igloo Books. All next week I'll be sharing sketches, roughs and some of my favourite bits 🚙 So keep a look out! #kidlitart #newbook #igloobooks
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Give me illustration work to do or I will find something else to do that you might regret later (shitty landlord could be an option).
July 22, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Give me illustration work to do or I will find something else to do that you might regret later (shitty landlord could be an option).
Currently busy with client work (including my first colouring in book! ) But this is something from last year where I briefly considered designing a series of wooden toys for young children🧩
July 17, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Currently busy with client work (including my first colouring in book! ) But this is something from last year where I briefly considered designing a series of wooden toys for young children🧩
Had a lovely hike up Ben Chonzie until I badly sprained my ankle and needed to go to A&E. X-rays all clear but my foot is quite the sight 🫠
July 11, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Had a lovely hike up Ben Chonzie until I badly sprained my ankle and needed to go to A&E. X-rays all clear but my foot is quite the sight 🫠
Signed up for another walk this September given there's no more Glencoe Challenge. I mean...I said I'd never RUN a marathon, never said anything about walking 😜
July 6, 2025 at 8:14 AM
Signed up for another walk this September given there's no more Glencoe Challenge. I mean...I said I'd never RUN a marathon, never said anything about walking 😜
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This is an Art Fight attack: artfight.net/~natedraws
July 3, 2025 at 9:10 AM
This is an Art Fight attack: artfight.net/~natedraws
20 Miles Done! 🌺 Had an incredible time at the Pink Ribbon Walk. Absolutely stormed through it with leader Kate. 5 hours and 15 mins, even with the hills 🔥Met the most incredible ladies and was truly such a memorable event. Just amazing. #BreastCancerNow
June 1, 2025 at 8:46 AM
20 Miles Done! 🌺 Had an incredible time at the Pink Ribbon Walk. Absolutely stormed through it with leader Kate. 5 hours and 15 mins, even with the hills 🔥Met the most incredible ladies and was truly such a memorable event. Just amazing. #BreastCancerNow
Tomorrow morning I set off on a 20 mile hike for The Pink Ribbon Walk in aid of Breast Cancer Now 🎀 Hoping for a large turnout- if you're in Crieff you can cheer on at Macrosty Park from midday
May 30, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Tomorrow morning I set off on a 20 mile hike for The Pink Ribbon Walk in aid of Breast Cancer Now 🎀 Hoping for a large turnout- if you're in Crieff you can cheer on at Macrosty Park from midday
Space Adventures out in the Wild! Also spotted a new cover variation of my Ladybird Animals Sickerbook (but I didn't have my camera with me) Love to see it out there 🌟
May 29, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Space Adventures out in the Wild! Also spotted a new cover variation of my Ladybird Animals Sickerbook (but I didn't have my camera with me) Love to see it out there 🌟
🤯It's happened again! I'm so excited to say from this Thursday, you'll be able to find my work in Aldi UK stores🚀 Being able to find my books while doing the weekly food shop is a novelty I will never get tired of 😊 #kidlitart
May 13, 2025 at 11:34 AM
🤯It's happened again! I'm so excited to say from this Thursday, you'll be able to find my work in Aldi UK stores🚀 Being able to find my books while doing the weekly food shop is a novelty I will never get tired of 😊 #kidlitart