SCBWI Oregon

Welcome to SCBWI Oregon!

Our state's authors, illustrators, and kidlit enthusiasts are part of a vibrant community of children's book creators across the globe. From Picture Book artists to Young Adult authors, our talented members love to write and illustrate children's books, articles, and stories. Scroll down to see more details about our thriving region, including contact info, and click through the slider for upcoming events and information.

SCBWI Oregon Holiday Party 2025

Let's Celebrate Together! ~ January 10th from 1 to 3 pm ~ Portland Literary Arts Center 716 SE Grand Ave, Portland, Oregon ⭐ Join us for socializing, refreshments, and more! ⭐ To ensure there is enough refreshment and seating for everyone please RSVP (Register for Event).

Oregon Illustrator Exhibit Online

If you weren’t able to see the show in person during 2025, you can still view this wonderful exhibit online. Just click the link.

Featured Illustrator: December

Meet December’s Featured Illustrator, Emi Tan—an artist who rediscovered her voice by embracing the whimsical doodles that once lived in the margins. With a background spanning oil painting, teaching, and mural work, her creativity is rooted in curiosity and joy. Click through to explore her interview and artwork.

SCBWI Oregon: Level Up! with Heather L. Montgomery

NOT YOUR GRANDMA'S NONFICTION! with Heather L. Montgomery ⭐ Registration open until February 18th ⭐

Featured Tile Artist - Yuna Cheong

Each season we feature a different Illustrator's work on our homepage. This season we feature the work of Yuna Cheong. Yuna is a Korean American illustrator living in Portland. Her artistic style features vibrant colors and imaginative storytelling that captures the essence of people's stories and emotions. If you would like to be featured as our seasonal artist, contact Robin at: [email protected], or Jordan at: [email protected].

Draw Together

Come join us! Like the Write Direction, this free meet-up is a chance for illustrators to get together informally and chat, share work and ideas, and make new friends. 🎨

Volunteer Positions Open!

We have a few positions open on our Advisory Committee. If you are interested in volunteering please email Laura at [email protected].

For Illustrators

Hey, Oregon Illustrators! Whether you’re a current or future PAL, prefer picture books or graphic novels, work digitally or on paper, or wear multiple KidLit hats, you'll find illustration-specific news and information here.