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.

Magical Realms Come Alive in 'The Faerie Isle,' Illustrated by Dermot Flynn for Walker Books

Magical Realms Come Alive in 'The Faerie Isle,' Illustrated by Dermot Flynn for Walker Books

The Faerie Isle brings Ireland's forgotten folklore to vivid life for young readers aged 8+. Compiled by Síne Quinn with stunning illustrations by Dermot Flynn, this £14.99 hardback explores selkies, leprechauns, shape-shifters and more — drawn from the Irish National Folklore Collection. A magical gift for curious minds.

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South Korean Book Design: The Illustrations of Jisu Choi
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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.

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