The best Illustration newsletters

An artist shares behind-the-scenes looks at how his paintings were made, including the Dinotopia series, covering preliminary sketches, maquettes, model posing and art-historical influences. Posts are free to read and draw on his own experience and on illustrators such as Rockwell and Lovell.

A newsletter by picture book creators Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen that examines how picture books work through deep dives on individual books, recommendations, and craft discussion. It is currently on pause, with its archive still available.

A cartoonist's personal letters from his studio in São Paulo, covering his work drawing Archie comics, sketches and process, and reflections on creative life. Occasional issues in Portuguese touch on Brazilian politics and the role of comics and voice in society.

A cartoonist shares illustrated essays on creative blocks, the drawing process and the feelings behind making art, promoting an upcoming illustrated novel-in-verse about a young artist who stops drawing. Readers get practical advice on restarting a creative practice and an inside look at how a book cover and project come together.

An illustrator shares comics and personal essays about her creative work, picture book projects, relationships and life in her 30s. Readers get behind-the-scenes looks at the illustration and publishing process alongside candid, humorous updates.

An artist's journal sharing new painting series, studio updates, product releases such as prints, fabrics and children's books, and free monthly downloads. Issues pair personal anecdotes about the creative process with links to shop new collections.

A personal creator newsletter from an illustrator sharing essays, comics, monthly wallpapers and updates on a quarterly snail mail club. Readers get a light, personal voice with art perks for paid subscribers.

An illustrator and author shares updates on their art and book projects, with recent issues centered on a Kickstarter campaign for the book Tiny People in the Big World. Readers get personal letters, campaign progress, reward details and occasional notes on life and events in Vancouver.

A daily newsletter delivering hand-drawn flower illustrations, each paired with a brief upbeat message. Readers get a small moment of positivity and visual art in their inbox.

A weekly list of new 2D, 3D, storyboard and illustration job openings in animation, with job titles, locations and some pay details. Full listings are behind a paid tier, and issues also promote an AI auto-apply tool.