One of my favorite events each year is the Holiday Art Show at my local comic shop, Carol & John’s. I’ve been contributing to the show for a few years, and my kids are able to donate their art as well! Since 2013, Carol & John’s has organized their Holiday Art Show to help provide…
Author: BoringBrian
Krampusnacht Doodling
I picked up the new Sharpie creative paint markers last April and thought they had a unique look when doodling on construction paper, and now I’m trying the idea out on a fun project about Krampus, the European folk monster who punishes naughty children at Christmastime. I’m loving the results so far!
PICTURE BOOK CHAT
I’m organizing a picturebook book club on Bluesky for anyone who loves picture books! A chance to discuss a book each month and dive into the details. We’re going to start by scheduling a 1-hour chat using the hashtag #pbchat every 2nd Wednesday of the month! We’ll post our book choices ahead of time or…
#kidlitartpostcard November 2024
On the first Thursday of each month, children’s book illustrators from around the world share illustrations across social media using the hashtag #KidLitArtPostcard. Illustrator Gina Perry is kind enough to organize this event exclusively on Bluesky and Cara. Find out more at Gina Perry’s website. Check out my #kidlitartpostcards Check out all the great art being posted for #kidlitartpostcard day!
#kidlitpostcard October 2024
On the first Thursday of each month, children’s book illustrators from around the world share illustrations across social media using the hashtag #KidLitArtPostcard. Illustrator Gina Perry is kind enough to organize this event exclusively on Bluesky and Cara. Find out more at Gina Perry’s website. Check out my #kidlitartpostcards Check out all the great art being posted for #kidlitartpostcard day!
THE PIGEON vs. … A BABY BUNNY?
One of the big pushbacks I see from companies, thought leaders, and institutions when it comes to leaving X and trying a new social media platform is “there aren’t enough people” or “they can’t leave all those followers.” But, who’s truly listening when accounts post? A large number of followers doesn’t always equal engagement with…
A List of …Lists (and Feeds & Starter Packs)
The algorithm-free aspect of Bluesky is refreshing, but setting up your account can be a little confusing, so I’ve put together a little explainer with some of the top lists/feeds to follow.
Break up with your X.
I’ve been in Marketing with a capital M for a couple of decades, and have worked on large-scale online campaigns for companies like Taco Bell, Wendy’s McDonalds, Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Dannon, Toyota, and many more. I have experience looking at engagement data for huge companies, and have seen good and poor decisions made…
THE KIDLIT MEGA FEED!
The amazing Debbie Ridpath Ohi and Charlene Chua teamed up with me to pool our resources, creating a way of connecting quickly and easily with the kidlit community on the BlueSky social media platform: THE KIDLIT MEGA FEED …pulls in kidlit content from moderated lists compiled by multiple members of the community! Find out more…
#pbparty Finalist
I participated in Mindy Alyse Weiss’ #pbparty this year and was announced as a finalist! I submitted my story FOR SHENANIGANS ONLY as an author/illustrator and was one of 25 entries chosen for the illustrator’s showcase. The event itself has been a great experience, with or without the finalist result. I was paired with 6 other…