Ruben Toledo's fabulous illustrations are so distinctive and full of life. They can range from incredibly exuberant, as in Nina Garcia's books, to dark and gothic, as displayed on some of his work for Penguin.
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| Confetti! from Nina Garcia's Look Book: What to Wear for Every Occasion. |
Some of his more somber work:
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| This creepy, atmospheric, cover perfectly captures the gothic tone of Jane Eyre. |
Sources: 1, 7, 8. All others Jackie for York Avenue
Do you recommend Nina Garcia's book? Toldeo's work is fantastic.
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I can't believe her illustrated Jane Eyre... that's my favorite book... i love him!
ReplyDeleteThey look and feel so alive. Great illustrations!
ReplyDeleteI love the dark ones, but the fun ones are awesome, too.
ReplyDeleteMaria-I definitely recommend The One Hundred! It's one of my favorite style books-the concept is great (100 indispensable items) and the items are electic (from Chanel to Converse). Really good one.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE a good illustration! I have a friend that illustrates for a living... not really like this, more on a graphics level, but her work is just so much fun to look at!
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