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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 considered collection of work and ideas from the front line of contemporary illustration.
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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.
Learning to Look Twice: The Book of Opposites illustrated by Noma Bar
Dutch Uncle explores 'The Book of Opposites,' where philosopher Jeremy Fogel and illustrator Noma Bar use negative space to investigate the 'Unity of Opposites' and the paradox of identity.
Noma Bar Illustrates Early Fiction by Margaret Atwood for Vintage Classics
Noma Bar illustrates early Margaret Atwood fiction for Vintage Classics, creating minimalist book covers that echo the tension and psychological depth of Atwood’s writing. Using visual double meanings and delayed reveals, Bar’s designs bring subtle unease to titles like Bodily Harm and Bluebeard’s Egg, blending illustration and literary tone seamlessly.
Tavis Coburn and the bold look of the Camp-X Book Jacket Series
Tavis Coburn creates bold, retro-futurist covers for Camp-X series by Eric Walters. Using strong shapes and limited colour, the designs support the books’ grounded espionage themes, translating real wartime training into clear, engaging visuals that make historical storytelling accessible to younger readers.
David Benioff : Book cover illustrations by SHOUT
Alessandro Gottardo, known as SHOUT, creates cohesive cover illustrations for David Benioff titles published by Penguin Random House. Designed under the direction of Paul Buckley, the covers establish a consistent visual identity across the author’s catalogue, linking separate works through a unified, structured design approach.
Brian Rea and the The History of Illustration (Fairchild Books – Bloomsbury)
Brian Rea contributes to The History of Illustration, a comprehensive academic volume edited by Susan Doyle. Spanning global visual culture from ancient to contemporary practice, the book positions illustration as a critical discipline, linking historical image-making traditions to modern storytelling and communication.
Paris Shopfronts Opens in Style at Lapérouse
Joel Holland launches Paris Shopfronts in Paris with a celebration hosted by Sara Andelman at Lapérouse. The event, alongside signings at Librairie Galignani and À la Mère de Famille, brought together the city’s creative community to celebrate illustrated storefronts and urban culture.
Discover the World’s Greatest Public Spaces in ‘Parks’ illustrated by Marc Majewski
Marc Majewski illustrates global public spaces in Parks, published by Abrams Books.
This illustrated guide features hand-painted depictions of diverse locations, including Central Park and the Great Barrier Reef. The book highlights the intersection of conservation, urban planning, and community . A rich visual resource for families and kids as well as illustration enthusiasts.
Whale Eyes — A Groundbreaking Illustrated Memoir by James Robinson, Featuring Art by Brian Rea
Whale Eyes by James Robinson, with illustrations by Brian Rea, redefines the memoir through immersive design and emotional storytelling. Blending visual experimentation with personal narrative, the book invites readers to see differently—transforming perception into a powerful, interactive experience that resonates across generations.
South Korean Book Design: The Illustrations of Jisu Choi
The recent surge in South Korean book design, highlighted by Jisu Choi’s work, reflects a shift from functional 1980s layouts to expressive, collectible artifacts. J
isu blends traditional and modern techniques, using vivid patterns and dynamic narratives to create tactile covers that act as integral storytelling elements in a competitive global market.
