Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I almost forgot about it even though I worked all week on it! 🫠 I love making collage pieces that cause you to smile or maybe even giggle! I am seeking an agent and would love to work with you on your project! My portfolio is @katharinegails.art #kidlit #kidlitart

Starting my August #kidlitartpostcard for next week!! My theme is camping! I wanted to share my process as a collage artist! It definitely looks like a hot mess but the finished piece will be amazing! Trying to get the right colors and textures right now! #collage #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator

Hi everyone! It's #portfolioday I’m Katharine, an aspiring author/illustrator based in Minnesota. My style is detailed collage with joyful and memorable characters! I'd love to work with you and I am looking for representation ❤️ View my portfolio @ katharinegails.art #kidlitart #kidlit #collage

It's my birthday month!! #kidlitartpostcard Make a wish for me! My wish is to work with you on your story! 😃🎂🎉 I am looking for representation as an illustrator or author. MY style is joyful collage! #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator #collage

My kiddos made dad a fun #fathersday card!!! @jules.iftherewerenointer.net we love you!!!

Happy freedom day!! I'm teaching my babies what #juneteenth is all about! "A Flag for Juneteenth" by Kim Taylor is my favorite!! Her quilt illustrations are incredible!! #kidlit #kidlitart

This is me as a 5yr old... I lived in the lake all summer, but was terrified of being eating by a shark🤣 Happy 5th bday #kidlitartpostcard This has been my absolute favorite illustration to work on! I am looking for an agent or work, pls reach out 😀 #kidlit #kidlitart #collage #happybirthday

Happy Mothers day! This year we added another beautiful baby boy to our family! ❤️ It's #kidlitartpostcard day y'all! I am looking for representation as an illustrator or author. As a collage illustrator I love to create my own painted papers and beautiful scenes! #kidlit #kidlitart #collage #art

Prehistoric Easter egg hunt! Can you find all the Dino eggs? It's #kidlitartpostcard day y'all! I am looking for representation as an illustrator or author. As a collage illustrator I love to create my own painted papers and then make lovable characters and fun scenes! #kidlit #kidlitart #collage

Honored to be an honorable mention in the #50PreciousWords contest! There were some seriously amazing stories this year!!! #kidlit #author #writer

It's March #kidlitartpostcard day!!! Spring forward...or fly forward!! 😀I love making fun collage illustrations! I am looking for representation and would love to work on some fun projects with you! check out my portfolio katharinegails.art #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator #collage

Just entered the #50PRECIOUSWORDS 2026 INTERNATIONAL WRITING CONTEST with my story titled, "Imagination in a Refugee Camp." A beautiful reminder that ALL children are OUR children. Go like and comment on the stories you love! #kidlit #kidlitart #author #writer viviankirkfield.com/2026/03/02/t...

Taking time to learn about #typography while enjoying baby tummy time and coffee. #kidlit #illustrator

Remembering the ones we've loved and lost by visiting the places that bring back the happiest memories. ❤️ This is the shoe tree my grandpa took me to as a kid and it was the most magical place. #kidlitartpostcard #kidlit #kidlitart Looking for rep. check out my portfolio @katharinegails.art

Made some fun ornaments and I LOVE the textures!! #pottery #ceramics

Finished my mini Christmas mugs just in time to give to my family at Christmas!! They turned out so cute! #pottery #ceramics #mugs #mini #christmas

Learning some new skills this year and taking time for myself!! #Pottery has become a new obsession!! I seriously love how these mini mugs are turning out! I'll post a finished picture once they come out of the #kiln #ceramics

December #KidLitArtPostcard is here at last! May this month bring you lots of laughter and fun! Take time to do the things you love! Honestly had so much fun creating this piece. I love using hand painted textures and creating cute characters. *Looking for representation* #kidlitart #collage

This is how I feel before the holidays! I can't believe it is already November! Happy #kidlitartpostcard day! I am looking for representation as an illustrator or author. As a collage illustrator I love to create my own painted papers and then make lovable characters! #kidlit #kidlitart #collage

Driving through a dark forest always spooks me 🌕😱🦉 check out my portfolio Katharinegails.art for more fun art!! #kidlitart #kidlit

Just wanted to share some of my other hobbies! Making cake pops for friends and family parties!!!! This was an underwater theme for a 1yr old ❤️🥰😍🎂 #cakepops #underwater #1stbirthday #craft #dessert #art

#wip I can't wait to share the finished piece!!! #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator #picturebooks

Working on this tree for a dummy I'm almost done with!! Super excited about this book because it's about a shoe tree in my hometown... All I need to do is collage like 30 shoes 😂 and put it all together #almostdone #wip #artshare #kidlit

Participating in #PortfolioDay for the first time! I am so excited to share my art! I'm Katharine, a collage illustrator/author and I love to create beautiful textures, lovable characters, and unforgettable landscapes. I am looking for representation. Check out my portfolio at katharinegails.art

Walking through time on this beautiful #kidlitartpostcard Day! I am looking for representation for my beautiful illustrations and I also have some beautiful stories to match. If you are interested please don't hesitate to reach out! #kidlit #kidlitart #illustrator #collage #kidlitpostcardday

I have posted a few WIP posts that show parts of my process. I think it's important to show others how your illustrations start, and that anyone can create beautiful pieces!

Happy happy happy #kidlitartpostcard Day! I am looking for representation for my beautiful illustrations and I also have some beautiful stories to match. If you are interested please don't hesitate to reach out! #kidlit #picturebook #kidlitart #illustrator #collage #paintedpapers #kidlitpostcardday

It's my birthday month and #kidlitartpostcard Day! I LOVE July!! Hello my fellow creatives and #kidlit community! I can't wait to collaborate with you on your #picturebook and share my fun and whimsical stories with you! #kidlitart #kidlit #illustrator #collage #paintedpapers #kidlitpostcardday

Happy #kidlitartpostcard day. My name is Katharine Gails and I'm a kidlit author/illustrator looking for representation. I work in many different style but collage is my specialty! I hope you enjoy this Dragonboat! #kidlitpostcard #collage #kidlit #kidlitart #illustration