Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

book-illustration

Noun

/bʊk ˌɪl.əˈstreɪ.ʃən/

Definition

The art or process of creating images that accompany and enhance the text in a book.

Examples

The children’s book is filled with colorful book illustrations that capture the story’s magic.
Famous artists, like Quentin Blake, are known for their unique book illustrations that bring stories to life.
He studied book illustration to better understand how images can convey meaning alongside words.

Meaning

Book illustration is the technique used to visually represent scenes, characters, or concepts from a narrative, adding depth and understanding to the written content.