Dots x Circles Illustration Magazine

Dots x Circles Illustration Magazine is a bimonthly digital publication celebrating the finest in illustration and visual storytelling. Each issue is defined by a distinct theme and a posh visual identity, featuring sleek layouts, elegant typography, and thoughtfully curated imagery. We bring together renowned illustrators, emerging voices, and industry insights to inspire and connect the global creative community.

Our content spans across diverse categories, including:

  • Editorial Illustration – Covering political, cultural, and journalistic storytelling through visuals.

  • Publishing & Book Illustration – Featuring works from the world of book and literary illustration.

  • Children’s Publishing – Highlighting the artistry behind children’s books and educational materials.

  • Advertising & Promotional Art – Showcasing impact visuals used in branding and marketing.

  • Artwork & Character Licensing – Featuring a selection of illustrations and original character designs available for commercial licensing.

  • Illustrator Brands & Merch – Showcasing illustrators who create and sell their own illustrated products, from prints and stationery to fashion and lifestyle items.

  • Fashion Illustration – Exploring the intersection of art and fashion design.

  • Pattern & Surface Design – Celebrating the creativity of decorative and applied arts.

Each issue features exclusive interviews with our Illustrator in Focus and Spotlight Artists, a curated selection of Featured Artists, in-depth Industry Insights or a Mini Masterclass, along with practical tips tailored to the theme of the issue.

Our magazine is published on international digital platforms, including Amazon, Apple Books, Kobo, Fnac (in French-speaking regions), and Rakuten Kobo (in Japanese-speaking regions), reaching millions of readers.

We also license our magazine to our trusted partner, Ying Creative in Taiwan, for Chinese translation and distribution of the Chinese edition. The Chinese edition is available globally on Kobo and Readmoo.

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