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.
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Brian Rea / Noma Bar / Satoshi Hashimoto / Javi Aznarez / Debora Szpilman / Simone Massoni / Ping Zhu / Klaus Kremmerz / Lucas Varela / Charlotte Trounce / Marc Majewski / Kustaa Saksi / Alessandro Gottardo (SHOUT) / YOCO / Hsiao-Ron Cheng / Jisu Choi / Graham Roumieu / Tavis Coburn / Joel Holland / Robert Nicol (MA RCA) / Clara Dupré / Marc Burckhardt / Aesthetic Apparatus / Jon Gray (Gray318) / Christian Montenegro / LAPRISAMATA / Gaku Nakagawa / Adam McCauley
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.
Revisiting Neverland: A New Edition of Peter Pan Illustrated by Marc Majewski
French illustrator Marc Majewski reimagines J. M. Barrie’s Peter Pan in a new Albin Michel Jeunesse edition, art directed by Benjamin Lacombe. His luminous, expressive illustrations bring warmth, depth, and modern clarity to Neverland, honouring the original while inviting new readers into a timeless story of adventure, magic, and childhood wonder.
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.
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.
'We Run The Tides' illustrated by Charlotte Trounce
The cover art for 'We Run The Tides,' a captivating new novel by Vendela Vida, comes to life through the exquisite illustrations of Charlotte Trounce.
