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

From Van Driver to Barolo Connoisseur: Debora Szpilman’s FT Illustration Chronicles Stephen Browett's Remarkable Wine Journey
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From Van Driver to Barolo Connoisseur: Debora Szpilman’s FT Illustration Chronicles Stephen Browett's Remarkable Wine Journey

Debora Szpilman’s vibrant Financial Times illustration chronicles Stephen Browett’s evolution from van driver to wine connoisseur. Capturing his adventurous shift from Bordeaux to the realm of Italian Barolo, Szpilman’s artwork vividly narrates a flavorful journey of entrepreneurship and discovery with her signature hand-drawn charm and discerning visual wit.

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Debora Szpilman: The Artistic Talent Behind Jancis Robinson's Wine Column in the Financial Times
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Debora Szpilman: The Artistic Talent Behind Jancis Robinson's Wine Column in the Financial Times

For the past six months, Debora Szpilman has illustrated Jancis Robinson’s Financial Times wine column. An architecture and fashion graduate, Szpilman infuses her work with movement and poetic humor. Her sophisticated visuals bring complex narratives to life, from Italian wine innovations to global warming, making her a weekly delight for readers.

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Debora Szpilman x Jancis Robinson FT Wine Guide
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Debora Szpilman x Jancis Robinson FT Wine Guide

Debora Szpilman brings a vibrant, tactile energy to the FT Weekend Magazine, illustrating Jancis Robinson’s comprehensive wine guide. Tasked with visualizing 121 reader questions, Szpilman’s charming, hand-drawn aesthetic perfectly complements the expert advice. This collaboration highlights Dutch Uncle’s commitment to authentic craftsmanship, turning complex inquiries into sophisticated visual narratives.

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