An artist-author shares behind-the-scenes accounts of how his paintings, especially the Dinotopia series, were made. Readers get practical detail on preparatory studies, model posing, maquettes and sources of inspiration.

Essays and notes from Dutch photographer Bastiaan Woudt about his projects, editing process, books and exhibitions. Readers get a first-person look at how portrait work is made, chosen and shown.

A comic artist's personal letter from his São Paulo studio, covering his work on Archie comics, sketches, and the process of making comics. Occasional issues in Portuguese reflect on politics and the role of creators in society.

Musician Andrew Bird shares first-person accounts of his songwriting and collaboration process, along with technique on his instrument and occasional broader reflections. Readers get a behind-the-scenes look at how specific songs are conceived, structured and performed.