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Creating Worlds: The Disney and 20th Century Studios Cinematic Art of Dylan Cole

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“So many of the visionary films we have loved over the last couple of decades bear the stamp of Dylan’s soaring personal vision.” —James Cameron

Dylan Cole has created spectacular concept art and matte paintings for some of Disney’s most popular films, from Avatar: The Way of Water to Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End. Explore exquisite concepts for the Mad Hatter’s tea party and the Red Queen’s castle from Alice in Wonderland, and step into the lush painted landscapes of Aurora’s forest cottage from Maleficent.

Numbered 1 to 250, each Collector’s Edition is individually signed by Dylan Cole and contains an exclusive oversized edition of the book Creating Worlds: The Disney & 20th Century Studios Cinematic Art of Dylan Cole. casebound in Sakura cloth with foil debossing and a tip-on art print. Presented in a bespoke clamshell box, each book is accompanied by a matching portfolio, containing four fine-art prints on 350gsm coated paper.

Artwork On A Cinematic Scale: This massive 18 x15 inch folio delivers an exclusive IMAX-scale reading experience — and both the book’s gatefolds present the artwork in stunning 54-inch-wide panoramas. Flip through page after page of incredible full-color concept sketches, matte paintings, and poster designs, including never-before-seen artwork from your favorite films.

Featuring in-depth insights into the creation of each artwork and the thoughts behind the creative process, Creating Worlds: The Disney and 20th Century Studios Cinematic Art of Dylan Cole is a must-read for film fans and artists alike.

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Publication Date: 11/18/2025

ISBN: 9798337401034

Pages: 296pp book including 2 x 6pp gatefolds

Trim Sizes: 18 x 15

 

LIMITED TO 250 COPIES:

Each edition is hand-signed and numbered by Dylan Cole, making it a rare collector’s piece for fans of cinematic art.

A CELEBRATION OF CINEMATIC WORLDS:

Features never-before-seen concept art, matte paintings, and poster designs from films including Avatar: The Way of Water, Alice in Wonderland, Maleficent, and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End.

DELUXE PRESENTATION:

Features an oversized 18 x 15-inch casebound volume in Sakura cloth with foil debossing and a tip-on art print, housed in a bespoke clamshell box.

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