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.

Brian Rea Draws Recovery into Focus at the New York Center for Living
Brian Rea, Illustration, Healthcare, Animation Daniel Chrichlow Brian Rea, Illustration, Healthcare, Animation Daniel Chrichlow

Brian Rea Draws Recovery into Focus at the New York Center for Living

Brian Rea collaborates with the New York Center for Living to translate recovery into clear, compassionate visuals. Through pared-down illustrations and animation, his work supports outreach and education, making complex paths around mental health and substance use feel more accessible, human, and quietly hopeful.

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