• 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.

Whale Eyes — A Groundbreaking Illustrated Memoir by James Robinson, Featuring Art by Brian Rea
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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.

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FT Weekend: Debora Szpilman’s Festive Illustrations Light Up The Holidays
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FT Weekend: Debora Szpilman’s Festive Illustrations Light Up The Holidays

Debora Szpilman’s captivating festive illustrations bring the FT Weekend Magazine festive guide to life, capturing the season’s magic with her signature warmth and humor. From tangled fairy lights to lavish cheese boards, her vibrant visuals anchor 24 ways to celebrate December, perfectly evoking the cozy, indulgent spirit of the holidays.

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