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.

Counting in Colour: How Illustration and Animation Helps Kids Learn Maths
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Counting in Colour: How Illustration and Animation Helps Kids Learn Maths

Christian Montenegro uses illustration and animation to make early maths concepts accessible through visual storytelling. By turning abstract ideas into simple actions, his work supports number sense, pattern recognition, and problem-solving, aligning with research showing that visual learning improves comprehension, retention, and confidence in foundational numeracy for children.

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Illustrations of Hamburg by SHOUT
Hamburg, Shout aka Alessandro Gottardo Dutch Uncle Hamburg, Shout aka Alessandro Gottardo Dutch Uncle

Illustrations of Hamburg by SHOUT

Alessandro Gottardo, known as SHOUT, creates a series of minimalist illustrations capturing the atmosphere of Hamburg. Drawing from neighbourhoods like St. Pauli and HafenCity, the work translates everyday urban scenes into clean, conceptual compositions that reflect the city’s architecture, rhythm, and emotional character through precise graphic storytelling.

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Debora Szpilman x Jancis Robinson FT Wine Guide
Debora Szpilman, Editorial Illustration Dutch Uncle Debora Szpilman, Editorial Illustration Dutch Uncle

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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