Grafik - September 2005
Review. Books.

Digital Illustration.
By Lawrence Zeegen
Published by Rotovision, £20.00

When it comes to digital illustration, this book has it all, and in a great format to boot. Divided into two handy sections on process and professional practice, it guides the reader through every aspect of digital illustration from underground influences to photography and image-making, with profiles of all the cool kids in the illustration set, plus handy tutorials. Then, once you're primed in every skill, gather nearer as Lawrence Zeegen reveals the secrets of success in illustration, including how to create a killer portfolio, identify clients, and make and keep contacts. With a balanced image-to-text ratio, this book contains a wealth of fodder for students and professionals alike, all crammed into a neat 170-page paperback. Digital Illustration is £20 very well spent. Grafik highly recommends.