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Nicole Walker
@nicolewalker.bsky.social
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Discusses Birds, Pets, life, ART
🏡BC Canada from Toronto

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Nicole Walker @nicolewalker.bsky.social · 8d
I joined #Folktaleweek2025 for #boatmanorink I’ve been working out a ‘season two in my head’ while needing to complete season 1 panels - this is all just for me & for fun. A project in learning my craft & finding my style while also developing the story & OC’s I’ve been slowly building #illustration
A ink and gouache, mixed media illustration for BOAT Manor Garden Faries. The same Juncos and scene was used for a Diwali Celebration Illustration. Two juncos keep warm by fire through the night. There is no signs of winter yet except a few decorations around BOAT manor and lights on the nearby houses. However, there is a crisp coolness and dampness to the air that chills your fingers when on the bone and nips at your nose and roses you cheeks. Or plumps up your feathers. However the birds and animas of BOAT manor know how to keep warm, even throughout the cool nights. There is a sign that reads: Don’t eat the decor Picture of the illustration on a hutch surrounded by other illustrations and old books
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If you are in Victoria, BC on Saturday, November 22 from 10-3 visit Cedar Hill Rec Centre for the #holidaymarket. Come find several Vancouver Island based writers and illustrators of children and YA books!
#yyjevents #picturebookmaker
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November 21, 2025 at 1:48 AM
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As a former Canadian Nurse I am appalled at this proposal by the USA department of Education. 20k cap for graduate nursing programs-Ridiculous. Nurse Practitioners are a solution to a health care crisis. This will penalize women and minorities as a majority.

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AACN Alarmed Over Department of Education’s Proposed Limitation of Student Loan Access for Nursing
The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) is deeply concerned by the Department of Education’s decision to move forward with a proposed definition of professional degree programs that exc...
www.aacnnursing.org
November 19, 2025 at 5:36 PM
nicolewalker.bsky.social
I joined #Folktaleweek2025 for #boatmanorink I’ve been working out a ‘season two in my head’ while needing to complete season 1 panels - this is all just for me & for fun. A project in learning my craft & finding my style while also developing the story & OC’s I’ve been slowly building #illustration
A ink and gouache, mixed media illustration for BOAT Manor Garden Faries. The same Juncos and scene was used for a Diwali Celebration Illustration. Two juncos keep warm by fire through the night. There is no signs of winter yet except a few decorations around BOAT manor and lights on the nearby houses. However, there is a crisp coolness and dampness to the air that chills your fingers when on the bone and nips at your nose and roses you cheeks. Or plumps up your feathers. However the birds and animas of BOAT manor know how to keep warm, even throughout the cool nights. There is a sign that reads: Don’t eat the decor Picture of the illustration on a hutch surrounded by other illustrations and old books
November 19, 2025 at 4:25 AM
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I haven’t added to my personal collection in quite awhile, well since my kids were little! I didn’t ask for anything for my bday so happy belated bday to me (and likely Christmas)😊 the illustrations and words are all so wonderful
A collection of picture books by various authors and illustrators on a hutch. Adventures in Desolation Sound The Pink Pajamas Always Remember: The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, the Horse and the Storm Night Lunch Barnaby The Barnabus Project
November 16, 2025 at 11:10 PM
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@gingerngo.bsky.social loved seeing this out and as a staff pick!!!

#yvrbooks #kidlit
Grant and Ginger’s book in the wild
November 16, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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Happy November #kidlitartpostcard

My Name is Nicole. I'm a mixed media artist from Canada currently focusing on traditional art mediums. Seeking Representation & would love the opportunity to work on illustrations for board books, children's books & middle grade books.
#illustration #kidlit #art
1/5 pieces for a series: Along Came A Spider: Embracing The Ugly, Imperfect and Letting Go... A Traditional Mixed Media Art Piece. Collaged, Ink, Gouache, Coloured Pencils, Water Soluble Wax Crayons. Scanned.
November 6, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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Hello Art Directors/Editors. Happy Kidlit Art Postcard day! I am an author/illustrator. My favorite things to draw are kids, families, emotions & action. I am rep’d by Abigail Samoun at Red Fox Literary.
#kidlitArtPostcard #kidlitMegaFeed #illustration
November 6, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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Happy November #kidlitartpostcard

My Name is Nicole. I'm a mixed media artist from Canada currently focusing on traditional art mediums. Seeking Representation & would love the opportunity to work on illustrations for board books, children's books & middle grade books.
#illustration #kidlit #art
1/5 pieces for a series: Along Came A Spider: Embracing The Ugly, Imperfect and Letting Go... A Traditional Mixed Media Art Piece. Collaged, Ink, Gouache, Coloured Pencils, Water Soluble Wax Crayons. Scanned.
November 6, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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Happy #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitpostcard day! These are characters for a folktale that I've been fully swallowed up by I love it so much. I'm an illustrator open for working on picture books / board books and commissions. I love a folktale, a myth, and especially an adventure
www.jackie-thomson.com
November 6, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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Happy November #kidlitartpostcard day! 🍁🍂 I’m Jennifer, an author and illustrator of kids books. I’m open for new projects in 2026 and would love to work on more picture books! ❤️ I specialize in nature, animals, and anything whimsical. Check out my portfolio and contact my agent for more info!
Bear in the woods
November 6, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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Hi, I’m Cyndi!

Children’s book author-illustrator of picture books and early chapter books. I love working on stories with outdoor adventure, magic and a little bit of humor!

👁️ See more: cyndiharvell.com

#KidLitArtPostcard
Family of 5 surprised and peeking out of a camping tent seeing a moose cooking breakfast with a bird perched on his antlers, and a raccoon and fox playing cards
November 6, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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Of all the trees that transform and autumn, ginkgos are my favorite! Happy #kidlitartpostcard day 🍂 I am open to illustrating kids books and black-and-white interiors.
cindylozito.com
cindylozito@gmail.com
Happily rep’d by @litagentsaritza.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social
A scene of a young girl in a butterfly costume dressing up her toy rhino in a set of butterfly wings beneath a ginkgo tree losing its leaves in the wind
November 6, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I’ve been busy wrapping up the illustrations for this beautiful book by Geshu Sugandh—woo!

Seeking representation as an author/illustrator for picture books and illustrated gift books! You can see my portfolio of surface design and kidlit art: brightandbluestudio.com
November 6, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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Resting Dragon Face - Halloween addition #rdf #restingdragonface #batdragon #beardeddragon
Chompy the bearded dragon is helping hand out candy. Actually I have two helpers this year. It’s a nice change having company.
November 1, 2025 at 1:41 AM
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# PYI2025 Was more than I could have hoped for. I have never felt more supported, encouraged, inspired & proud. Feeling very grateful to be living in a country with such diverse, strong, brave risk takers willing to speak so bravely. The writings were impactful; meaningful. The artwork was beautiful
This picture represents: Till next year PYI2025 Image of Studio Desk with Sketchbook in the background with illustrations in a WIP a hot pink gouache and ink. Toronto Mug with Tea in Foreground. A souvenir Nicole picked up in the airport for herself before she left. She told her husband they could share but they both know it's just for her. He got Washi civil engineering tape. Spacing Shop is the best. In the background a print from the Spacing Shop in Downtown Toronto has the writing 'The Beaches' on the top. There is green Adirondack chair with a seagull standing on the arm of the chair. The print also has a Beach shed in background with a flock of flying seagulls, Lake Ontario and the beach make up the rest of the piece. Nicole bought The Beaches print because she lived in The Beaches (North Beaches apparently....but I guess that's the same thing she keeps thinking of saying to her mom) Can't blame her, Google Maps wasn't a thing back then.
October 31, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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Woke up from a morning flight & jet lag & heard the welcoming sounds of my birthplace on repeat for an hour “dickhead” The clock hour chimes let me know. Dude is consistent & apparently there’s a dickhead in yyz be warned.

Reminds me of this video from happy Gilmore

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Happy Gilmore (1996) Jackass
YouTube video by JCH 007
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October 24, 2025 at 4:18 AM
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Leaving on a Jet Plane in less than 11.5hours. I once was a CSA West Jet employee back in my youth despite not liking airports or flying. I think I have all the art inspo from home I need to take. How many Golden & Beatrix potters books for colour refs is too many?! Comfy Shoes ☑️ #kidlit #kidlitart
Itinerary journal notes trip planning (thoughts) for Leaving for PYI2025 conference in Toronto hosted by CANSCAIP Trip planning for PYI2025 conference in Toronto hosted by CANSCAIP. A picture of Nicole’s grandparents then dining now Nicole’s studio hutch covered in books, art supplies and artwork and trinkets by Nicole and her family that is rotated but somethings always remain.
October 23, 2025 at 1:58 AM
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parentclub.bsky.social
I'll be volunteering again at #PYI2025 - here are my tips for the conference:
* wear comfy shoes
* bring a refillable bottle
* BYOL Bring Your Own Lunch
* Don't be afraid to ask questions because it shows the session presenters that you are paying attention

#kidlit #CanKidLit
I'll be volunteering again at #PYI2025 - here are my tips for the conference: * wear comfy shoes * bring a refillable bottle * BYOL Bring Your Own Lunch * Don't be afraid to ask questions because it shows the session presenters that you are paying attention #kidlit #CanKidLit
September 4, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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Packing for #pyi2025 today. Excited. Nervous. Feelings like I don’t belong creeping in and then pushing them back out just as fast as I can. I don’t call Toronto home anymore (since forever) but I’m coming home. Sorry dad, I can’t take you in my suitcase with me-he really wants to go; he said 3 x’s😅
Going Home. So many textures so many memories in this picture. Nicole as a young child in her grandparents basement in a Toronto suburb in the early 80s. Her nana made her the velvet dusky blue dress that she wore for 3 years from 2-5 years old and wishes she still had it. She can still remember the feeling of the dress on her skin but cannot see it in her brain (aphantasia).
October 22, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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1/3 My summary on my social media use. Things I almost posted tonight to other people’s #kidlitchat posts

1)I think I’m too weird for IG & what my brain thinks are funny connections with music are probably very lost on most people. I think I have a very specific audience; I’m good with that.
October 22, 2025 at 2:04 AM
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My picture book ABSOLUTELY NO WORRIES releases in two weeks!

You can pre-order it wherever books are sold. You can also request it for purchase at your library.

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#kidlit #books #picturebooks
Absolutely No Worries: Available November 4. With an emergency parachute in her pocket and zombie self-defense skills under her belt, Emma is prepared for any catastrophe . . . so why does she still feel afraid? Written for kids with big imaginations and everyday jitters, here is a picture book that shows that with a pinch of courage, you can be ready for absolutely anything.
October 21, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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A little late but fireworks are still going - Happy Diwali to all my neighbours, followers who celebrate and anyone who is choosing to let some light in this year #diwali 🪶 #boatmanorink #ink #illustration #kidlitart #sketchbook
Sketchbook Inked Happy Dilwali BOAT Manor illustration by Nicole Walker. Patches a leucistic Oregon junco was first noticed 2 years ago. This year there is a new member of the family and is much more merled looking. The two leucoistic Oregon juncos are letting the light in standing near a Diya cande latern for Diwali. Cal and Fushia are bringing goodies to share with their friends and BOAT manor residents and the Pacific Firefly Larvae are lighting up the night sky with their bioluminescence that only they have and not their firefly parents. They are often referred to as glowworms. Inked copy of previous image with same details by Nicole Walker on a messy desk station
October 21, 2025 at 5:13 AM
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Last day! Here until 4pm at Yachats Commons!
nimasprout.bsky.social Nicole aka Nimasprout @nimasprout.bsky.social · Oct 18
Mushroom weeekendddd at Yachats Mushroom Festival! 🍄🍄🍄🍄🍄

I'm here with a bunch of darling vendors selling handmade art, food, ceramics, all sorts of treasures today and tomorrow.

www.yachatsmushroomfestival.org
View of Nimasprout setup with prints, stickers, bookmarks!
October 19, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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Birds I would like to see while in Toronto I haven’t seen since I was a child.
1)Blue Jay-sorry west coast Stellars. Your goofy Mohawks and pointy beaks looks like confused teens that just woke looking 👀 for their misplaced acorn. 2)Cardinal- we just don’t get them out here.

Any others? 🪶 #jays
“Who are you looking at” a stellar Jay has just dug out an acorn out of a plant pot on a patio after checking 8 other ones first.
October 18, 2025 at 7:21 AM
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Artists! Quote with your long hair ~~
An elf with long hair and roses in hair. traditional gouache. Illustration by Nicole Walker
October 18, 2025 at 12:17 AM