Banana Hunt - Josh Cleland - Portland, Oregon Illustrator and Designer

Banana Hunt

Art for kids, Books

Available in the UK.

Written by Suzy Senior
Published by Templar Books
Release date: June 6, 2024

ISBN: 978-1-80078-473-4

Banana Hunt book cover

Banana Hunt book cover

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread sketch

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread sketch

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread

Banana Hunt page spread sketch

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Email for inquiries. Josh@clelandillustration.com
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Feb 6

On Wednesday, February 12th 4pm PST / 7pm EST, 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 marketing for book illustrators.

Are you considering a career in book illustration, whether it’s children’s books, young adult, or more? Have you been trying to break into the industry but running into roadblocks? Are you not sure where to begin? On February 12, we will be discussing those very topics and more.

We’ll cover:
✔ How large of a social media following do you need? (Spoiler: smaller than you think)
✔ Benefits of a large social media following
✔ Creating a portfolio that speaks to publishers
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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Feb 1

It’s now February. That means book 3 of the Woofmore series, The Woofmore on Thin Ice, comes out this month!! Feb 18. Preorder your copy using the Linktree link in my bio.

The Woofmore book series is written by @lorihaskinshouran and @dgephartwrites , and published by @abramskids / Amulet Books.

#kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitartist #childrensbooks #kidsbooks #booksforkids #woofmore #welcometowoofmore #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Jan 28

Hello all. Just wanted to quickly let you know that I’ll be hosting a free 1 hour character design workshop this Thursday at 1pm pst. You can sign up in the link in my bio. It’ll also be recorded if you can’t make it.

#illustration #kidlitart #kidlitartist #drawing #sketch #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Jan 22

I just learned that Banana Hunt has been included in the long list of titles for 2025 @childrenslitfests #cflbookawards ! Happy dance! Fellow congrats to @suzysenior and @templarbooks

#childrensbookaward #kidlitart #kidlit #kidsbooks #childrensbooks #kidlitartist #joshcleland #joshclelandart #bananahunt

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Jan 15

Quick heads up. Soon, by popular demand I’ll be re-opening enrollment for my course: “Character Design for Kid’s Books”. Join the waiting list now!

What you get:
* An understanding of character design principles for children’s books
* Step-by-step exercises, PDFs, and visual examples
* Support and feedback from me!
* Lifetime access to the course.

Sign up for the waiting list now to receive an EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT and be the first to know when the course launches!

Link in my bio.

#kidlitart #kidlitartist #illustration #joshclelandart #joshcleland

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Jan 14

One of the really fun things about illustrating the Woofmore series is getting to draw the opening scenes in different seasons.

Book 3 of the Woofmore series: “The Woofmore on Thin Ice” is available for pre-order! This snowy installment releases in just over a month (Feb 18). Pre-order link is in my bio.

The Woofmore book series is written by @lorihaskinshouran and @dgephartwrites , and published by @abramskids / Amulet Books.

#kidlitart #kidlit #childrensbooks #kidsbooks #chapterbooksforkids #illustration #drawing #welcometowoofmore #woofmore #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Jan 10

Drawing a parasaurolophus (spelling that Dino took longer than the actual drawing 🤣). Illustrated in @procreate

#illustration #kidlitart #kidlitartist #dinosaur #characterdesign #behindthescenes #process #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Jan 8

I found these old sketches from a couple years ago while going through my @procreate library. Maybe I should do something with them? It’s funny how time gives you a different perspective on your work.

#illustration #sketch #kidlitart #kidlitartist #drawing #joshcleland #joshclelandart #monsters #artlicensing

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Jan 6

Book 3 of the Woofmore series: “The Woofmore on Thin Ice” is available for pre-order! This snowy installment releases in just over a month (Feb 18). Pre-order link is in my bio.

The Woofmore book series is written by @lorihaskinshouran and @dgephartwrites , and published by @abramskids / Amulet Books.

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Jan 2

Happy New Year!!! Kicking off 2025 here with a quick share of some recent @procreate doodles. This character isn’t for anything in particular—just for fun. What are you looking forward to the most this year?

#kidlitart #kidlitartist #drawing #sketch #dinosaur #characterdesign #joshclelandart #joshclelandart

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Dec 24

I haven’t had a lot of time recently to create new artwork (that I can share anyways) so I’m reposting this from last year. I hope you all have a fantastic Christmas and holiday season. 🌲❄️☃️ Thank you for all the love and support this past year. Looking forward to a fun 2025! Lots of great things planned 😀.

#kidlitart #kidlitartist #illustration #christmas #christmasdog #drawing #holidays #winter #joshclelandart #joshcleland

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Dec 17

Some Christmas birdie doodles in @procreate

#illustration #sketch #kidlitart #christmas #holidays #doodle #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Dec 13

I posted the process reel for this the other day. I figured I’d post the actual artwork. Merry Christmas 🎁 🎄 😊

#illustration #greetingcarddesign #greetingcards #christmas #artlicensing #holidays #catplayingsaxophone #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Dec 7

I don’t care what your mommy says, Christmas time is near. Drawing on my trusty @wacom Cintiq 27qhd.

#illustration #kidlitart #greetingcards #artlicensing #winter #christmas #saxophone #music #drawing #process #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Dec 5

Doing some final edits on my course: Character Design for Children’s Books. This course will be releasing very soon, and I’m very excited!! You can still sign up to the waiting list. Link in my bio or on my Linktree. See you there. 😀

#illustration #drawing #kidlitart #kidlitartist #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Nov 28

Terry the turkey says it’s ok to skip Thanksgiving and go directly to Christmas. He doesn’t mind. In fact, he encourages it. As for me, I say Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍁

#illustration #kidlitart #happythanksgivng #turkeyart #holidays #christmas #characterdesign #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Nov 20

A little Christmassy doodle.

#illustration #drawing #kidlitart #cat #saxophone #christmas #holidays #sketch #sketchbook #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Nov 14

Some @procreate doodles. Just your average armadillo playing the banjo.

#illustration #kidlitart #kidlit #characterdesign #sketch #drawing #armadillo #banjo #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Nov 11

Here’s a little preview of my latest collaboration with @wonderbly , “Our Family Saves Christmas!”   Christmas is cancelled...unless your family can save the day! A festive story full of laughs and rip-roaring family fun, this riotous read-aloud adventure will bring everyone together this Christmas.   I had a festive blast working on this latest personalized book. See @Wonderbly for info on how you can get your own personalized copy.

#illustration #kidlitart #kidlit #kidsbooks #childrensbooks #picturebooks #booksforkids #christmasbooks #reindeer #workspace #wacomworkspace #photoshop #joshcleland #joshclelandart

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Nov 1

Today @rayna_c and I get to celebrate 21 years of marriage!! I can honestly say that I wouldn’t be where I am career wise without her.

21 YEARS!!!

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