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WORK/LIFE FIRST EDITION

This is the cover of the First Edition, illustrated by Darren Booth

PRAISE FOR THE FIRST WORK/LIFE

This book is so much more than eye candy; it is a feast. With luscious illustrations and photography backed by engaging profiles, it’s a peek into the creatives’ studios and sketchbooks, giving a sense of their process. It feels so intimate it’s almost a guilty pleasure. Every detail is considered, thought out, flawless, and is there only to enhance the great body of work exhibited by these exceptionally talented artists. Congratulations Janine for the idea, the design, and for enriching our lives with art that is beautifully brought to our doorstep.

—Zahra Al-Harazi, Foundry Creative Inc


Our studio gets many illustration and photography promotions, and it’s unusual that we keep any. This one was different. I saw many copies on designers’ desks in my own studio. The editorial format was fresh and engaging, and the design was elegant and understated, allowing the photography and illustration to shine. The juxtaposition of illustration roughs and studio environments against the finished work added great insight into how illustrators work. Also, the writing is credited to the designer, a rare combination of talent in one person.

— Carey George, Up Inc


I don’t often keep illustration or photography directories, but I kept this one on my desk. The size and weight of the book are fitting for a novel, which reflects its added benefit—it is full of stories. It’s visually compelling. Each artist has been interviewed and their story accompanies their work. The typography is clean and unobtrusive, which enables designers to easily visualize how the illustrations or photos would work in a layout.

— Pamela Lee, Samata Mason Design Inc


Without the shadow of a doubt, this document proves that placing artists in their environment is an appealing approach. Work/Life offers a close-up look by inviting us to see their work behind the scenes. Using uncoated paper helps to immerse us in the day-to-day practice of their craft.

— Vincent Martel, Communications, Cirque du Soleil

Work/Life 2

Participants' Information Page

 

The information and links provided here are for ACCEPTED PARTICIPANTS only. If you are interested in participating in Work/Life 2: the UPPERCASE directory of international illustration, then please complete this form.

 

INVITATION

Here's a link to the invitation email.

 

QUESTIONNAIRE

Please follow this link. Complete the questionnaire as soon as possible to allow us ample time to perform follow-up interviews and write the articles.

 

ILLUSTRATION

Each participant's spread will feature a full-page illustration. This should be a brand new illustration created specifically for Work/Life 2.

Please do not publish the image online so that we can maintain fresh and original content upon publication of the book.

You can either have a full bleed illustration or spot on one page:

full page: 6.25" wide x 8" tall plus add at least 0.125" bleed all the way around.
spot: within 5.5" wide x 7" tall

Files should be 350 dpi at actual size. NAME YOUR FILE WITH YOUR LAST NAME. Upload it here.

 

SUPPLEMENTAL IMAGERY

We'd like to include images/photos of you, your studio or working environment, sketchbook pages, details of your life... the more we have to choose from the better! Files should be at least 6" wide at 300dpi. ARCHIVE ALL IMAGES IN ONE ZIPPED FOLDER, CALLED "YOURLASTNAME-EXTRAS". Upload them here.

 

SCHEDULE

September 15: early bird cutoff date, 1st payments due
October 15: Artwork and images for publication due, 2nd payments invoiced
November 15: 2nd payments due
Ongoing to December: Participant interviews conducted
February 2011: book and app release and book distribution to target list, exhibition