Bailey Vidler is a children’s book illustrator from Phoenix, Arizona. She specializes in wildly imaginative stories, touched by whimsy and adventure, set in richly crafted worlds.

Bailey graduated in 2020 from Arizona State University with my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Graphic Information Technology. After that, she worked as a graphic designer and illustrator developing learning curriculum materials for Children’s Learning Adventure, which is where she found her interest in developing young minds.

Bailey is always looking for exciting new opportunities in the picture book and middle grade realms. She has a particular love for book subjects that are whimsical and fantastic in nature.

Bailey is represented by Adria Goetz at KT Literary.

Testimonials

“When I began looking for an artist for the Junior Rangers Investigative Club Novels, I was immediately drawn to Bailey’s work. I feel very fortunate to have found her! I had a vision for what I wanted, and she exceeded every expectation. Cover Design, interior illustrations, and layout: not only am I thrilled with how everything has turned out, but Bailey’s artistry has gotten complements from everyone who has seen the first book! Working with Bailey has also been a fun process. She listened to my requests and really engaged with the story and characters, ensuring that each illustration fit into the world. Every time there were revisions, they surpassed her previous work. I look forward to each new illustration. I’m thrilled that we will continue to work together!”

Nathan W. Landrum
Author of the Junior Rangers Investigative Club Series

“Bailey is an incredibly kind and gentle soul that will help you through all steps of the artistic process. Not only did she help me get the story of a personalized picture book correct, she also assisted me with the printing and purchasing steps. Her illustrations are playful and detailed, synchronizing whimsy with accuracy. I wholeheartedly trust Bailey with all my future projects and needs.”

Rachel Harfst