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“The inspiration is all in the script, in the text. So whatever it is, either it is a film or a book to be illustrated, anything. Everything you need to know is in the text. So the thing is trying to find right tone and voice, the right style, the right way of expressing the emotions in a story or in the location of the story, but it is all in the text.”

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Dave McKean, born on December 29, 1963, is a renowned British illustrator. His works are known for their unique style and profound imagination, encompassing book illustrations, movie posters, and personal art creations in various fields. more

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