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03/03/2026

WE’RE BACK, Emerald City Comic Con!

We are excited to announce we will be returning to this year’s Emerald City Comic Con in beautiful Seattle, Washington!

Join us in BOOTH 40637 in the ARCH building to place orders* for our titles at a special show discount.

Come meet Scott Robertson and get your books signed! Scott is a world-renowned concept designer, author, and educator, also known for his instructional books on drawing and rendering, such as How To Draw and How To Render.

A limited number of signed physical copies will be available at the show.

We hope to see you there!

*Orders placed in our booth will be shipped for free to domestic addresses.

02/13/2026

LIVE “Drawing Dinosaurs with Terryl Whitlatch” (2 Day Workshop)

Join world-renowned creature designer Terryl Whitlatch (Star Wars, Jumanji, Brave, Brother Bear) for an exclusive 2-Day Virtual Workshop!

This is your chance to go behind the scenes with one of the world’s leading creature artists as she reveals how professionals combine science, anatomy & imagination to bring long-extinct animals back to life.

For more information and event details, please visit the link in our bio.

Use code DSP-Terryl to receive 25% off your event registration! Or click here: https://bit.ly/46Ce6Q7

01/22/2026

From Studio Image 2 by Syd Mead

Studio Image 2 sketchbook is the second in the Studio Image series by the late, world-renowned artist/visual futurist, Syd Mead.

Utilizing conceptual sketches, as well as full-color illustrations, this title gives viewers a glimpse of the future through the eyes of one of the great visionaries of his time. Artwork included ranges from practical designs for products to illustrations of spacecraft and fantasy worlds.

Included are workups and illustrations from the motion picture Short Circuit and the poster series commissioned for Lockheed’s Advanced Tactical Fighter, as well as illustrations featured first at the time.

A reissue of a lavish 16.5" x 11.75", 36-page book with 36 pieces of artwork is required for anyone who has ever had an interest in the future as Syd Mead’s visions continue to be futurist decades after his artwork.

Printed on high-quality 16.5" x 11.75", this book features the emerging ideas in sketch form and further showcases some of Syd Mead's finest illustrations in a format suitable for framing.

Available on designstudiopress.com, Amazon, B&N, and all major book retailers.

Artwork by Syd Mead - Visual Futurist.

01/16/2026

From Science of Creature Design by Terryl Whitlatch

What is creature design? We all have a notion—mostly consisting of evocative images of otherworldly beings galloping, swimming, flying, and often attacking the hero of an epic film or story. But what makes a creature believable? In the follow-up to her best seller, Animals Real and Imagined: The Fantasy of What Is and What Might Be, world-renowned artist Terryl Whitlatch reveals the secret behind believable creature design: anatomy.

Anatomy is the cornerstone of successful creature design, whether the creature is real or imaginary. Accurate anatomy is often the key to suspension of disbelief, allowing you to draw imaginary creatures that viewers will believe in.

We invite you to delve into the intricate workings of numerous animal anatomies—and the beauty they possess—in the Science of Creature Design: Understanding Animal Anatomy. Whitlatch’s delightful and charismatic illustrations will inform and thrill readers with every turn of the page. She shares valuable techniques reaped from years working for Lucasfilm and Walt Disney Feature Animation, and on such films as Jumanji, Brother Bear, and The Polar Express. In addition, Whitlatch possesses an endless love for real animals that continues to inspire her fantastic imaginary creatures, which have captivated audiences around the world.

Available on designstudiopress.com, Amazon, B&N, and all major book retailers.

Artwork by Terryl Whitlatch.

01/15/2026

From ABAKAN 2301 by Kallamity

Weingart Lieutenant Richard Mertzbow (aka “Mertz”) has been stuck on the mysterious Abakan Base in solitude for decades, while war raged on his home planet, Terra, between the ruling Weingart power, which put him on Abakan, and those rebelling against their oppressive rule. One day a young woman suddenly appears at his door, revealing secrets that threaten to unravel his already fragile state of mind.

ABAKAN 2301 picks up where 2011’s ABAKAN 2288, by renowned mecha artist Kallamity, left off. The sequel is an exciting exploration of mecha, narrated by the compelling, but strained voice of Mertz as he navigates a world he does not recognize, alongside Kallamity's, which shares his own complicated adventures in executing his mecha designs. Just as with the first installment, ABAKAN 2301 features Kallamity’s original story illustrations and images of his remarkable mech creations―the Kastor, the Watchel, and Briegel II, to name a few―in all their intricate and colorful glory, with detailed information about their builds, as well a section featuring prominent artists reimagining Kallamity’s remarkable designs.

Available on designstudiopress.com, Amazon, B&N, and all major book retailers.

Artwork by Kallamity.

01/14/2026

From Graphic L.A., 2nd Edition by Robh Ruppel

Graphic L.A. is part practical instruction, part guided meditation on the importance of color values and objects in art. Robh is a multiple award-winning art director of video games. By reducing environments down to basic shapes and colors (or “symbols”), Robh builds astounding images. Robh documents the progression of building an image while referencing basic techniques. By using color with surprisingly bold brushstrokes, he produces images of incredible depth with intricate handling of light and shadow. It is a rare exploration into simplicity without resorting to minimalism.

Readers will be certain to take away both a sense of admiration for Ruppel’s work and a greater understanding and appreciation for the importance of color value relationships in all forms of art. This second edition includes sixteen new images and their accompanying words of wisdom.

Available on: designstudiopress.com, Amazon, B&N, and all major book retailers.

Artwork by Robh Ruppel.

11/19/2025

From Nuthin' But Mech 4

Wrapping up the undeniably popular series, Nuthin’ But Mech 4 perfectly complements the thrilling volumes that preceded it, and celebrates how far artistry and technology can advance in just a few years. This final installment features artists from all manner of industries (film, animation, video games, theme parks), and their remarkable works illustrate a vast range of tones and themes. You'll also learn about the creators themselves through their accompanying biographies, which add a personal―sometimes comedic―touch.

Artwork by Ian Mcque.

10/29/2025

Come meet, watch live sketching, enjoy the company of and learn from the one-and-only Iain McCaig at Games Pavilion. Design Studio Press booth CAR127 at Lucca Comics and Games! Books available for signing!

• Wednesday, October 29th
11.45 - 13.45
Masterclass at Sala Ingellis (conference room in Games Pavilion). Free of charge for attendees with a ticket to the event. Book signing at Design Studio Press booth CAR127 at 14:30.

• Thursday, October 30th
16.30 - 17.30
Panel “Art and Artefacts from the workshop”, with Iain McCaig, Karl Kopinski, Ian Livingstone, Alex Read, Roberto Di Meglio, Luca Bitonte. In Sala Ingellis (conference room in Games Pavilion)

• Friday, October 31st
13.00 - 14.00
Talk “Creating Fantasy Worlds - Art is Essential”, with Ian Livingstone, Iain McCaig, Karl Kopinski. On Grog Live Show (Games pavilion Live Stage). The talk will be hosted on Lucca Comics & Games Twitch Channel. Book signing at Design Studio Press booth CAR127 at 14:30.

10/24/2025

ZBrush’s Pro Projects Library Expands with Yariv’s Newman’s work, directed by DSP founder, the one-and-only, Scott Robertson.

Join Yariv and DSP authors Jerad S Marantz, Neville Page and Stephen Silver as they discuss From Concept to Character: Designing with ZBrush on Friday, October 24 @ 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm.

10/24/2025

We are thrilled to announce that we will be returning to this year’s LightBox Expo in beautiful Pasadena, California! Find us in BOOTH 803 all weekend with our bestsellers, author signings, and special show discounts.

Swipe to see workshop/demo details of some of our amazing authors!

We hope to see you there!

09/23/2025

From Fryewerk 2.0 by John A. Frye

“Where can your imagination take you?” renowned artist and vehicle designer John A. Frye answers in wondrous illustrations traversing varied terrain and time periods. Awe-inspiring vehicles, aircraft, and spacecraft speed and soar off the pages, inspiring and challenging artists to write their own rulebooks when designing and envisioning transportation design like never before.

Let Fryewerk 2.0, Concept Vehicle Illustrations help you train yourself to more easily tap into that intense creative fuel source—uninhibited childlike curiosity—for more productive, passionate real-world project work and ongoing personal fulfillment.

Available on our website, Amazon, B&N, Target, and major book retailers.

07/26/2025

Our second signing today is none other than Iain McCaig, the legendary concept artist who helped bring icons like Darth Maul and Padmé Amidala to life! From Star Wars to Harry Potter, his imagination has shaped some of the most unforgettable worlds in film.

Visit us in BOOTH 1701 to pick up Iain’s fantastic sketchbook and get it signed!

We hope to see you!

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