For years, Loish has been a pillar of the online art community, known for her flowing lines, stunning use of color, and ability to capture raw emotion. While her social media feeds are a treasure trove of inspiration, two specific books offer a much deeper dive into her process: The Art of Loish: A Look Behind the Scenes (Volumes 1 & 2).

If you are a digital artist, an aspiring illustrator, or simply a fan of vibrant, emotive character design, you have almost certainly come across the work of Lois van Baarle , better known as Loish .

While you might find unauthorized PDF scans on file-sharing sites, downloading these hurts the artist. Loish is an independent creator. Unlike a massive studio, she relies directly on book sales to fund her next projects and tutorials.

Here is everything you need to know about these beautiful art books, what is inside them, and how you can legally access their wisdom. Unlike standard "coffee table" art books that simply showcase finished pieces, Loish’s series is explicitly educational. The subtitle— A Look Behind the Scenes —is a promise.