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For project inquiries please email my agent, Bhavisha Vadgama (bhavisha@advocate-art.com).

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Children’s book illustrator / educator
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Inquiries: Josh@clelandillustration.com
Join the waiting list for my course! 👇👇👇

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Oct 10

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Hello all. This Monday, 5pm PDT/8pm EDT I’ll be hosting another free character design workshop. Register through the link in my bio.

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Oct 2

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Happy October! That means, Thanksgiving is less than 2 months away (at least here in the US). Working on the cover for Turkeys in Disguise! This book was written by Cynthia Platt @cynthiaplattbooks , and published by Clarion Books / Harper Collins @clarionbooks @harperkids . Purchase link in my bio.

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#kidlitartpostcard #kidlitart #kidlitartist #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Sep 23

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Today’s the day! It’s Pubday for Turkeys In Disguise! This book was written by @cynthiaplattbooks , and published by @clarionbooks / Harper Collins @harperkids . Purchase link in my bio. Can you spot the turkeys?

#bookbirthday #pubday #kidlitartist #kidlitart #childrensbooks #picturebooks #booksforkids #illustration #thanksgiving #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Sep 22

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I’ve been illustrating children’s books for several years now, and it has been a fantastic experience. However, lately I’ve been looking for ways to grow my illustration business and offerings. So, last year I decided to hire a business coach to help with these endeavors. In March of 2024 I started working with Logan ( @flammable_entrepreneur ) and his team, and the results have been fantastic. We took a hard look at my core business strategies, target markets, goals, mindset, and more.

In fact, because of the coaching I received I finally hit a huge milestone late 2024 and launched my very first course (and on track to launch my second)!! This has been something I’ve been wanting to do for a very long time, and it feels so good to have finally accomplished it.

On Thursday, September 25 Logan, Vera ( @vera.drmanovski ), and I will host a workshop where we discuss how to break into book illustration. RSVP link is in my bio. If you can’t make it, no worries. We’ll send you a recording if you’ve RSVP.

Oh, and in case you’re wondering about my setup in this photo, here are the details:
Computer: Mac Mini M1 16 gigs of ram 1Tb HD
Tablet: @wacom Cintiq27qhd
Monitor: @benQ 3220U

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Sep 18

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On Thursday, September 25th, I’ll be co-hosting a FREE LIVE workshop with Vera Drmanovski ( @vera.drmanovski ) and my business coach, Logan Elliott ( @Flammable_Entrepreneur )! We’ll be discussing how to break into book illustration (with or without an agent).

Are you considering a career in book illustration, whether it’s children’s books, young adult, or more? Have you been confused about whether or not you should have an agent? Are you not sure where to begin? On September 25, we will be discussing those very topics and more.

We’ll cover:
✔ Why book illustration?
✔ Breaking In: How to Launch Your Book Illustration Career
✔ Marketing Yourself for the Publishing Industry
and more!

RSVP link is in my bio (Linktree). If you can’t make it, no worries. We’ll send you a recording if you’ve RSVP.

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Sep 17

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Attention! Justin time for Fall, Turkeys In Disguise releases next Tuesday, September 23! Written by the fantastic @cynthiaplattbooks , and published by @clarionbooks . You can preorder through the books 📕 link in my bio.

#kidlitartist #kidlitart #childrensbooks #picturebooks #booksforkids #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Sep 16

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I came across this video I took a year ago. I don’t think I ever posted it (or even finished the drawing). Anyways, enjoy!

Equipment:
M1 Mac Mini 16 gigs of ram
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Photoshop
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#kidlitartist #kidlitart #childrensbooks #picturebooks #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Sep 14

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Here’s a recording of a live painting session. Follow along as I paint a page spread for a book I’m working on called Chase Plays the Bass.

#kidlitartist #kidlitart #childrensbooks #picturebooks #booksforkids #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Sep 8

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@rayna_c and I had a lot of fun at @rosecitycc this weekend. A huge thank you to the Mariano brothers, @mypalmark and @chris_is_omatic for having us out and being such fantastic company.

#kidlitartist #kidlitart #joshclelandart #joshcleland

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Sep 7

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Got the opportunity to teach a character design workshop to kids yesterday at @rosecitycc . We had lots of fun drawing silly characters using shapes. If you’re attending come by. I’m at booth 1849.

#rosecitycomiccon #kidlitart #kidlitartist #characterdesign #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Sep 5

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I’ll be at Rose City Comic Con all weekend! Booth 1849. Come by and say hi 😃 @rosecitycc #rosecitycc #kidlitart #kidlitartist #childrensbooks #kidsbooks #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Sep 4

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It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! This month I’m not missing it, and have decided to feature some artwork from my latest book, “Humpty’s Great Fall”, written by the amazing Amy Moore @thedailybookmark , and published by Two Lions @amazonpublishing. This book is available now! You can find the pre-order link in my bio (Linktree). Happy Fall!!

#kidlitartpostcardday #kidlitartist #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitillustration #picturebooks #kidsbooks #booksforkids #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Aug 29

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Announcement!! Next weekend, September 5-7, I’ll be exhibiting at Rose City Comic Con @rosecitycc , booth 1849. If you’re attending, come and say hi. I’ll be selling stickers, prints, and signed copies of my books. Also, as a special bonus, I’ll be doing a live character design workshop on Friday at 5pm for all the kiddos, and kids at heart. I can’t wait to see you there!

#rccc #kidlitart #kidlitartist #kidlitillustrator #characterdesign #drawing #childrensbooks #kidsbooks #picturebooks #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Aug 21

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It’s about that time—Back to school! This little armadillo is ready! In that spirit soon I’ll be re-opening enrollment for my course: “Illustrating A Children’s Book”. You can join the waiting list through the link in my bio.

#kidlitart #kidlitartist #armadillo #characterdesign #drawing #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Aug 9

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Working on the cover art for Humpty’s Great fall. Written by the amazing Amy Moore @thedailybookmark , and published by Two Lions @amazonpublishing. You can find the link in my bio (Linktree). Happy Fall!!

Tech details:
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#kidlitart #kidlit #illustration #childrensbooks #kidlitartist #kidsbooks #booksforkids #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Aug 8

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In case you missed it, Humpty’s Great Fall is now available!! Written by the amazing Amy Moore @thedailybookmark , and published by Two Lions @amazonpublishing. You can find the link in my bio (Linktree). Happy Fall!!

#kidlitart #kidlitartist #kidlit #childrensbookillustration #kidsbooks #picturebooks #pubday #bookbirthday #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Aug 5

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Get your copy of Humpty’s Great Fall and snuggle up with some hot cider and apple pie. Out today!! Written by the amazing Amy Moore @thedailybookmark , and published by Two Lions @amazonpublishing. This book is available now! You can find the pre-order link in my bio (Linktree). Happy Fall!!

#kidlitart #kidlit #childrensbooks #kidlitartist #bookbirthday #kidsbooks #booksforkids #fall #autumn #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Jul 23

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Working on Humpty’s Great Fall. Written by the amazing Amy Moore @thedailybookmark , and published by Two Lions @amazonpublishing. This book is available for preorders now, and is available August 5! You can find the pre-order link in my bio (Linktree).

Tablet: @wacom Cintiq 27qhd
Photoshop
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#kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitartist #childrensbooks #kidsbooks #picturebooks #booksforkids #joshclelandart #joshcleland

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Jul 18

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Who’s already excited for Fall?? Get ready for the release of my next book, Humpty’s Great Fall. Written by the amazing Amy Moore @thedailybookmark , and published by Two Lions @amazonpublishing . This book is available for preorders now, and is available August 5! You can find the pre-order link in my bio (Linktree). I had such a fun time illustrating this Fall goodness and I can’t wait for everyone to read it 😃🍁

#kidlitart #kidlit #childrensbooks #picturebooks #kidsbooks #booksforkids #kidlitartist #joshcleland #joshclelandart #characterdesign

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Jul 14

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I was fortunate to have the opportunity to illustrate next month’s cover of @highlightsforchildren High Five. Always love working with the fine people at Highlights 😀. Happy Summer!!

#kidlitart #kidlit #childrensbooks #highlightsforchildren #characterdesign #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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