The Art of DreamWorks The Wild Robot

by Jerry Schmitz, Peter Brown (Preface), Jeff Hermann (afterword)

Now a DreamWorks movie!

An all-encompassing look at the making of The Wild Robot, based on the New York Times bestselling series from Peter Brown

DreamWorks Animation brings to life Peter Brown’s bestselling book about a robot stranded on an uninhabited island.

Depicting the tale of resilience, kindness, and shared humanity, The Art of DreamWorks The Wild Robot presents hundreds of character designs and concept art from the making of the movie, along with exclusive interviews from the writers, artists, cast, and filmmakers.

Featuring a foreword by Lupita Nyong'o, a preface by Peter Brown, an introduction by writer-director Chris Sanders, and an afterword by producer Jeff Hermann, this insider’s guide details the elaborate artistry involved in creating the ultimate celebration of nature, family, and the emotional journey of becoming more than one is programmed to be.

This beautiful coffee table book is a gift to animation fans.

Genres: Art, Nonfiction

176 pages, Hardcover

First published September 16, 2024

Reviews

[Spens (Sphynx Reads) · Rating 4 out of 5]

When the original book, the film adaptation, and the art book all make you emotional, you know you have something special in your hands. Absolutely gorgeous artwork and an inspiring recollection of the creative process behind it.

[Loie☆ · Rating 5 out of 5]

A really beautiful artwork full of character sketches, landscape paintings, photographs and detailed written explanations about the process of developing the film.
The Wild Robot instantly became my favourite film, so being able to read about the behind the scenes and the process was really enlightening and enjoyable.
Can't wait for the second movie 😉

[Annie · Rating 5 out of 5]

My emotional support book

[Kat · Rating 5 out of 5]

They include such gorgeous work, sketches of the characters but also wonderfully painted like scenery and breathtaking large spreads. You can really take in the details. Speaking of details, the book also describes their process, as well as the story, very well. It even has a story from the author about how it all began and his background.

One of my most favorite art books as of late!

[Arietta · Rating 5 out of 5]

“In a world that often celebrates control and sophistication, embrace the wildness within, and let kindness be your guiding light”

[Wendy · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️
Finally finished! It took many months to get through the book. A lot of redundant text and recaps of the movie, wanted more insight in process and strategy. Overall still a fascinating book. So many paintings, boards, designs, explorations that made this film possible. One of my fav animated movies ever.

[Logan Green · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book so much! If some tells me that this book is the worst i will KILL them! I LOVE THSI BOOK SO MUCH IT IS THE BESTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT!

[Nadhirah Rashid · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not sure how I’m gonna read another book this year

[Bee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE ART AND ANIMATION AND I LOVE CONCEPT ART AND THE PROCESS

[Monica Urena · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such an interesting read! As someone who’s passionate about animation I loved learning all about the behind the scenes work it took to make this film!

[Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

“…even oceans away, I will hear your bright, kind hearts. And I will find my way home”.