Links
I receive many requests to review stories or illustrate personal projects. My advice is to submit your story to a publisher before you think about finding an illustrator. The publisher will select the artist who would be most appropriate for your story. Writers and illustrators might find the following groups/organizations helpful.
The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators
The Children's Book Council
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For those, who are interested in illustrating greeting cards, these are good places to start:
The only trade magazine that exclusively covers the greeting card, stationery products and party goods markets. Article topics include profiles of companies, stores and artists; updates on hot trends and products, etc.
Greeting Card Association (Business Resources and Connections)
Here are some of my favorite places-
Also, a few books that I highly recommend for instruction, insight and interest: