The Journal

The Dutch Uncle Journal is a considered study of illustration, design, and animation in practice, how they are conceived, commissioned and realised in the wider world.

This is where we share the thinking behind our latest projects and engage with the wider shifts shaping visual culture, from the resurgence of handmade texture to the ways art redefines the spaces we inhabit.

A collection of work and ideas from the front line of contemporary illustration.

Toby’s Estate Brings Australian Coffee Culture to Tribeca with Quirky Debora Szpilman Illustrations
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Toby’s Estate Brings Australian Coffee Culture to Tribeca with Quirky Debora Szpilman Illustrations

Toby’s Estate has arrived in Tribeca, blending Australian coffee heritage with vibrant design. The flagship features playful illustrations by Debora Szpilman across menus, merch, and t-shirts. The space, designed by New York Design Architects, celebrates Toby Smith’s journey from a garage roastery to a global presence at 310 Greenwich Street.

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Joel Holland — NYC Street Vendors published by Prestel
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Joel Holland — NYC Street Vendors published by Prestel

Joel Holland’s NYC Street Vendors (Prestel) frames the city’s curbside economy as essential infrastructure. Mapping over 150 mobile businesses across all five boroughs, this "visual love letter" proves that illustration is the ultimate tool for capturing the grit and humanity of the rolling kitchens that feed and shape the cultural fabric of New York.

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38 Fun Things to Do in New York City According to Kids Who Actually Live There. Illustrated by Javi Aznarez
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38 Fun Things to Do in New York City According to Kids Who Actually Live There. Illustrated by Javi Aznarez

Looking for the best things to do in New York with kids? This ultimate NYC family guide reveals 38 kid-approved activities—from museums and parks to food spots—brought to life by Javi Aznárez with playful, unforgettable illustrations.

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