Whimsical Art & Stories of Nature & Spirit

KidLit Connection: Getting to Know Illustrator, Acamy Schleikorn

The latest KidLit Connection interview is here! And I’m so excited to celebrate a very happy book birthday with illustrator, Acamy Schleikorn! This past week, Acamy celebrated the release of her debut book, NOT MY CAT, written by Stacy Patton, published by Simon & Schuster for Young Readers. Acamy is an illustrator and writer from Las Vegas who creates stories and art that celebrate diversity and joy in the Black community. Her illustrations have a focus on family, friendship, joy, and imagination with a unique and playful style, using digital tools with a textural, traditional feel.

Read the Interview with Acamy Schleikorn

Victoria’s Artistic Mission

Welcome to Weyakin Designs, home of the art of Victoria K. Chapman. Enter a world of whimsy and magic full of the joy and spirit of nature’s beauty. Victoria’s work draws on the power of the Earth to bring colorful visions to life through painted and drawn illustrations, poems, stories, and other creative projects.

Victoria is passionate about nature, the environment, social justice, and being kind to others. She draws upon mindfulness, empathy, and compassion in all of her work. One of her missions is to bring a sense of wonder and beauty to the world through art in order to foster an appreciation for all creatures, the Earth, and the diverse people we have on this planet. Sometimes that involves a touch of magic and fantasy, because she believes that a playful spirit keeps the heart in a good place.