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Ruth Johnson
@ruthjohnsonart.bsky.social
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Writer and illustrator
Lover of animals, nature, fantasy, and spooky stories
Available for #kidlit projects

Portfolio : www.ruthjohnson.net
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Happy #internationaldogday!

#kidlitart #dogart
Illustration of a girl kneeling to give a large dog a hug.
August 26, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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Peacefully asleep. #kidlitart #illustration #digitalcollage
Illustration of a girl and dog who are both fast asleep.
August 14, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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A lonely puppy at bedtime. #kidlitart #digitalcollage
Illustration of a dog who doesn’t want to sleep alone. The dog is trying to climb into bed with a girl who is telling the dog to be quiet and go to sleep.
July 24, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Ruth Johnson, an illustrator who likes to draw kids pursuing their passions, as well as stories involving animals or magic. You can find my portfolio at www.ruthjohnson.net

#kidlitart #illustration
Illustration of kids putting together a model of the solar system in a classroom setting. They are painting the planets and attaching them to wires around the sun.
July 3, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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Getting ready for bed. #kidlitart #illustration #art

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Illustration of a girl petting her dog before getting into bed.
June 30, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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Hello everyone. It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Ruth Johnson, an illustrator with a love for all things spooky or magical. I would love to work on things including animals, nature, or old places. You can find my portfolio at www.ruthjohnson.net

#kidlitart #illustration
Illustration of an old building where ghost footprints lead to one of five doors. This door is covered with a curtain, and light is coming from behind it. Above is a staircase where a girl and cat walk towards a magical light.
June 5, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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Two explorers looking for some critters. #kidlitart #illustration
Illustration of a dog and cat in the tall grass with binoculars and a bug net. They are watching a butterfly flying nearby.
May 23, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Ruth, an illustrator who loves to create art for stories that include outdoor adventures or kids pursuing their passions.

Portfolio: www.ruthjohnson.net

#kidlitart #dogart
illustration of a girl at the beach. She is playing with a dog who is licking her. She is laughing, and they are both having a good time.
May 1, 2025 at 6:24 PM
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Been playing around with some pastels in my sketchbook for this one.

#softpastels #foxart #sketchbook
Illustration of a fox done with soft pastels
April 25, 2025 at 7:22 PM
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A relaxing afternoon.

#illustration #naturelover #calm
Illustration of a girl resting in a hammock out in nature
April 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Ruth, an illustrator looking for representation. I love to create illustrations for stories that include animals, nature or magic. You can find my portfolio at www.ruthjohnson.net

#kidlitart #catart
An anthropomorphic cat standing with one leg on a large rock, holding out his arm so that an owl can land on it.
April 3, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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A sleepy afternoon. #kidlitart #illustration #blackandwhiteart
Black and white illustration of a kid sleeping with his head in his mother’s lap and a book under his arm. His mother is sitting on the sofa with a hot drink in her hand, and nearby a dog is nearly sleeping.
March 20, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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A cabin in the woods. #illustration #blueskyart #landscapeart
Illustration of a forest scene with a path leading to a cabin
March 14, 2025 at 8:39 PM
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Hello everyone. It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Ruth Johnson, an illustrator who likes to draw animals, nature, and spooky stories. You can find my portfolio at www.ruthjohnson.net
An illustration of two dogs and a fox sailing a ship atop a large wave. Below them is a group of fish, and behind the ship is a large moon and a starry sky.
March 6, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Thought I’d try something looser with this one. #illustration #art #sketch
A color sketch of a dog sitting with their eyes looking behind them
February 27, 2025 at 8:14 PM
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A boat ride under the moon. #kidlitart #illustration
An illustration of two dogs and a fox sailing a ship atop a large wave. Below them is a group of fish, and behind the ship is a large moon and a starry sky.
February 20, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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A fun time playing outside in the snow. #illustration #winterfun
Illustration of a girl and a dog playing outside in the snow making snow angels.
February 13, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Ruth, an illustrator looking for representation. I like to draw kids pursuing their passions, as well as stories involving animals or magic. You can find my portfolio at www.ruthjohnson.net

#kidlitart #aquarium
Illustration of a father and son at the aquarium with people around them. The father is pointing out a fish and the boy is smiling.
February 6, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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A favorite playtime. #kidlitart #doglover
Illustration of a kid and a dog playing catch.
January 30, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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Some wintery outdoor fun. #kidlitart #winterfun
A winter scene with two kids playing outside throwing snowballs at each other
January 23, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Hope everyone is having a good holiday season! #kidlitart #christmas #illustration
A kid hugging a dog. The dog is laying with a large biscuit wrapped in a red bow between their paws.
December 25, 2024 at 6:42 PM
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Always nice to enjoy a story together. #kidlitart #illustration
Illustration of two rabbits sitting outside in a natural setting, one holding a book while they share a story.
December 20, 2024 at 8:32 PM
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An afternoon spent riding bikes with your best friend. #kidlitart #illustration
Black and white illustration of a boy and a girl riding bikes in a suburban neighborhood
December 13, 2024 at 5:58 PM
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Hello #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Ruth, an illustrator currently seeking representation. My work includes animals and natural environments, often with a magical or spooky atmosphere.

www.ruthjohnson.net

#kidlitart #collegeart #illustration
A house deep in the forest and a kid at the window with birds on the windowsill. One of the birds has landed on the kid’s hand and they are smiling.
December 5, 2024 at 7:48 PM
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A fun time learning astronomy. #kidlitart #scbwidrawthis #spaceart
Kids putting together a model of the solar system in a classroom setting. They are painting the planets and attaching them to wires around the sun.
November 27, 2024 at 6:49 PM