Pen and Mouse: Commercial Art and Digital Illustration [Paperback]

Angus Hyland (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2001

Illustration has become chic again, gaining new popularity in editorial design, fashion, and advertising. Pen and Mouse features the work of today’s top image-makers, whose craft is considered somewhere between graphic design and fine art and whose tools are increasingly those of the digital medium. This stunning book showcases hundreds of spectacular, groundbreaking illustrations by more than 40 international artists whose work reflects a remarkably diverse range of styles.



In this unique guide, leading graphic artist Angus Hyland discusses the fascinating effect technology has on today’s commercial artists—from artists working primarily by hand to those producing purely digital artwork, as well as artists who produce an alluring hybrid of digital with traditional media. Engaging text reveals each artist’s personal thoughts on the current state of illustration, what inspires them and their art, and their own relationship with cutting-edge electronic versus classic hand-drawn techniques.



Features unique illustrations from such leading artists as:





• John Maeda

• Paul Davis

• Green Lady (Gary Benzel and Todd St. John)

• Graham Rounthwaite

• Roderick Mills

• Faiyaz Jafri

• Kate Gibb

• Marion Deuchars

• Kristian Russel

• Anthony Burrill

• Jeff Fisher

• Ian Wright

• Tommy Penton

• Shonagh Rae

• Miles Donovan

• Chris Kasch

• Jasper Goodall

• Timmy Kucinda

• Mike Mills

• Eike König

• Ralf Hiemisch

• Marco Fiedler

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Much has been said about how the computer has murdered creativity. More has been said about how everything that comes out of it, or looks like it came out of it, is great. Pen and Mouse reflects a third attitude that traditional technologies and the computer come together to produce great work. And great work is what is inside, the variety, intelligence, and beauty of which can shift the imagination of any visual artist. Alongside these works there are over 40 interviews breaking apart the titles of illustrator, designer, and artist and presenting a multifaceted answer to that age-old question of the relationship between craft and technology. The book is weighted towards work from the U.K., but the time it takes to see this is evidence that the issues raised are broader than a regional discussion, and the work inside is nothing short of amazing. --Juliette Cezzar

About the Author

Angus Hyland is a partner at the London studio of the international design group Pentagram Design. His award-winning work includes corporate identity, book design, fashion campaigns, and commercials. Angus Hyland lives in London, England.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Watson-Guptill (August 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0823039889
• ISBN-13: 978-0823039883
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 9.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,969,102 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Still One of My Favorites, January 6, 2009

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Jared England - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pen and Mouse: Commercial Art and Digital Illustration (Paperback)

I've owned this book for awhile and have multiple copies. This books is always fun to look through and it always helps jog the brain and give me some idea when I am looking for a little inspiration. It has a really diverse sampling of styles that a lot of design books lack. As a designer who enjoys employing digital techniques in conjunction with more traditional ones this book really hits a home run.

6 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Illustrative!!, August 1, 2001

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mr george h mcknight (aberdeen United Kingdom) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pen and Mouse: Commercial Art and Digital Illustration (Paperback)

After reading a review in one of my favourite monthlys I rushed to purchase a well researched and produced piece of graphic literature. A beautiful composition ranging from traditional media(paints, crayons...) to 3dimensional pieces of computer based work. Well worth my hard earned cash.

3 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Illustration resource, August 26, 2001

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Jeff Mehlhoff "ohokay" (Jacksonville, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pen and Mouse: Commercial Art and Digital Illustration (Paperback)

This book is the tops. All of the artists in this book are great. The content is great as well, it gives a short bio and general information on each artist as well as a list of what they use to design. Great book, please buy it.