Grandma with little girl feeding the birds in the park.
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day!
Quiet moments with grandma in the park grow memories that last a lifetime.
#kidlitart #kidlit #picturebooks
I'm available for new projects: BB, PB, MG & early readers. Seeking rep. www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit
Two cats choosing the last of the Valentine's chocolates. "Decisions, decisions..." and "I'll help you decide"
Anyone need help divvying up the last of the Valentine's chocolates? 😹
#kidlit #kidlitart #picturebookart #childrensillustration
Thank you, Rachel!
Children of all backgrounds and abilities gathering stars to put into jars.
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard Day!
We could all use a little more light to lift the darkness these days.
Enthusiastic author-illustrator available for new projects. Just drop me a line! moira@moiraratchford.com
#kidlit #kidlitart #picturebookart #illustration
Thank you, Rachel. 😊
Little boy giving a heart to a bunny, with a heart tree in the background.
Yo soy conejo.
Bring Liam home. Bring all the children home.
#picturebookart #kidlitart #childrensillustration #liamramos
A young bird looking up at a grown dove spreading its wings.
I painted this years ago, but it reflects my aching heart at this moment.
I imagine Renee Good's six-year-old son as the little bird still here on Earth.
I imagine the children whose parents have been abducted, who are praying they will come back one day.
God gave you a voice. Use it. #resist
A young goose arrives as a new kid at school and is nervous to go into the class.
Happy belated #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'll never forget that knot in my stomach when I was the new kid at school. 😬
I'm Moira, an illustrator known for my quirky, offbeat characters. Open to PBs, BBs, early readers, chapter books. #kidlitart #kidlit Seeking representation.
Mug with a nerdy bird ensconced in an arm chair at the holidays, reading a book, with the caption: "just leave me alone with my books."
There's only one thing I want for the holidays. 📚
What about you?
That's why I made this mug!
www.moiraratchford.com/shop
#bookworm #booklover #booksky #books #kidlit
Squirrel family baking a strawberry pie.
Squirrel family dashing through the rain to grandma's house.
Baking a pie for grandma...then a quick dash through the rain to her squirrel den! 🐿️
#kidlitillustration #kidlitart #childrensillustration #childrensbooks #picturebooks
Purple pigeon collecting garbage to build a home.
If you need a little lift today, how about a pigeon juggling garbage-can finds? From a book I recently illustrated: "A Boy, A Pigeon, and a Place to Call Home," by Susan Chodakiewitz.
#kidlitillustration #kidlitart #childrensillustration #childrensbooks #picturebooks #pigeons
The Owl and the Pussycat, in a peapod boat.
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Imagining the Owl and the Pussycat's "pea-green boat" as a giant peapod.
I'm Moira, an illustrator known for my quirky, offbeat characters. Open to PBs, BBs, early readers, chapter books. #kidlitart #kidlit Seeking representation.
www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit
Pink llama with breast cancer pink ribbon: Keep Calm and Fight On
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, here's a feisty little llama to raise awareness and morale going forward!
#breastcancer #gopink #breastcancerawarenessmonth #artlicensing
Cat Witch zooming into the night sky on her broom. Two cats on a wall comment: "Wow, she must have gotten the turbo model!"
Happy Halloween, everybody! 🎃🧹🧙
#kidlitillustration #kidlitart #childrensillustration #childrensbooks #picturebooks
Gooseberry's backpack is clearly a little too heavy!
Here's another entry for the "Travel" prompt of #scbwidrawthis. When going on a camping trip, always make sure your backpack doesn't weigh more than you do ~ 😅
#kidlitillustration #kidlitart #childrensillustration #childrensbooks
A nutty group of animals on a road trip through Provence.
This is my entry for the latest #scbwidrawthis, with the prompt of "Travel." Provence is my favorite travel destination. What's yours?
#kidlitillustration #kidlitart #childrensillustration #childrensbooks
Ok, I'm dying to read BOB THE VAMPIRE SNAIL!! 🐌
Mafia rat in trenchcoat and fedora guards his territory and tells a tourist rat, "Scram, punk".
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Summer surely brings tourist rats to the famous garbage cans of NYC.
I'm Moira, an illustrator known for my quirky, offbeat characters. Open to PBs, BBs, early readers, chapter books. #kidlitart #kidlit Seeking representation.
Portfolio: www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit
Kids tossing a beach ball in a pool, with dog watching, wheelchair in foreground.
Just because your friend uses wheels to get around doesn't mean they can't enjoy pool time with you! When there's a will, there's a way! Cheers for Disability Pride Month!
#kidlit #kidlitart #picturebooks #diversebooks
Sheep carrying towering tray of cupcakes, slips on a banana peel, and the cupcakes end up everywhere, much to his boss' chagrin.
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Moira, an illustrator who creates quirky characters in watercolor, pencil and ink. Seeking representation and new projects! PBs, BBs, early readers, & chapter books. #kidlitart #kidlit
Portfolio: www.moiraratchford.com/kidlit
So your catbirds don't migrate south in winter? Ours always did in Maryland and here in Connecticut where I'm now living. When they return in the spring it's always a happy day for me to welcome their warbling.
They are my favorite birds!! Second on the list is catbirds, which are not as talented mimickers but can scat and improvise like nobody's business!
Mug showing watercolor Easter chick with rabbit ears and violets. Easter gift.
Mug with cat in yoga pose and the text "Mamaste", Mother's Day gift.
Mug with funny bird holding bouquet of flowers, and the text: "Love you a bunch!" Mother's day gift or birthday gift.
Mug with "Love you a bunch!" text. Mother's Day gift or birthday gift.
Want a little joy with your morning coffee? I now have Easter and Mother’s Day-themed mugs in my shop! Shop small, support an artist. 😊🎨
www.moiraratchford.com/shop
#eastergifts #mothersdaygifts #supportsmallbusiness #shopsmall #smallbusiness #catgifts
A sheep who works at a bakery is carrying a tray of cupcakes and slips on a banana peel. He ends up with cupcakes all over, much to the consternation of his boss.
Hi! I'm Moira, an illustrator who creates quirky characters in watercolor, pencil and ink. I'm interested in PBs, CBs and Early Readers. I'd love to work together with you! Thank you
@debbieohi.com! #kidlitart #kidlit
www.moiraratchford.com
These characters are one-of-a-kind and hilarious! Love them.
Puppy causing chaos with a cat at a birthday party.
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I'm Moira, an illustrator who creates quirky characters in watercolor, pencil and ink. Seeking representation and new projects! #kidlitart #kidlitartpostcard #picturebooks #kidlit
Website: moiraratchford.com
I did the same for my dad. Hang in there, it can be tough, I know! 😊
Grumpy cat decorated with hearts, wishing you a "happy freakin' valentine's".
Two birds cuddling on a branch: "Together is my favorite place to be"
A female sheep with a heart and the caption, "Love ewe".
Valentine-themed mugs are now up in my shop! Grumpy cat is my personal favorite. Give your loved ones a unique, artist-made gift that they won't find anywhere else (and most definitely not on Amazon). 😊 www.moiraratchford.com/shop
#catlover #catlady #catmom #valentinegifts
Quirky old lady with parrot on head and anteater friend knitting in front of her pink RV.
Happy #kidlitpostcard Day!
I'm Moira, an illustrator who creates quirky characters in watercolor, ink and pencil. Seeking representation and new projects! #kidlitart #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitpostcardday #picturebooks #kidlit
Website: moiraratchford.com