Despite the immense popularity of the animation film franchise Despicable Me and its offshoot The Minions, I gotta admit I was not familiar with the art of French artist Eric Guillon. I think “whimsical” is a pretty fitting description of his art style, and after poring through this most expansive collection of concept art drawings I’ve definitely come to appreciate his work more. I’m particularly impressed by his boundless imagination to dream up not just a wide gamut of interesting character designs, but entire worlds for them to live in and inhabit; his architecture designs are fascinating as well.

Book synopsis – Delve behind the scenes of artist Eric Guillon’s artwork for Illumination’s popular films, including Despicable Me, The Secret Life of Pets, and the Minions: The Rise of Gru.

From Despicable Me to Minions: The Rise of Gru, Illumination’s hit films have benefited from the playful and visionary designs of French artist Eric Guillon. This exclusive volume collects over twelve hundred pieces of the artist’s work across eight films, showcasing concept art for beloved characters ranging from Gru and the Minions to Dr. Seuss’ Once-ler, Sing’s Buster Moon, and Max from The Secret Life of Pets. Each chapter gives insight into the artist’s creative process and presents striking outtakes and brainstorms for what could have been—such as alternative designs for the lovable Minions. Featuring in-depth interviews with Guillon and a foreword by Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri, The Art of Eric Guillon is a must-read for film fans and artists alike.

This absolutely hefty volume is the definitive art book to explore and enjoy Eric Guillon’s whimsically inventive art, especially if you are a fan of Despicable Me and Minions. Recommended.

“The Art of Eric Guillon” art book details :

– Dimensions – 9.25 x 1.5 x 12.75 inches
– Hard cover, 384 pages
– Full color, In English Language

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