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Goosebumps cover illustrator Tim Jacobus
Goosebumps cover illustrator Tim Jacobus
Goosebumps cover illustrator Tim Jacobus
Friday 7th November 2025
Join Tim Jacobus as he shares the secrets behind Goosebumps' iconic covers and his creative journey in this nostalgic podcast episode.
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Get the buttons here!Behind the Goosebumps: Tim Jacobus on Iconic Cover Art
Episode Overview
- Tim Jacobus illustrated over 100 Goosebumps covers with unique artistic techniques.
- He adapted his style from traditional painting to digital art over the years.
- Meeting fans at conventions provides a rewarding social aspect to his solitary work.
- The Goosebumps series offered a new challenge with each book's unique theme.
- His work continues to influence and resonate with fans across generations.
"Every artist thinks everything they put down is gold, and it's not. But to not have a lot of people second-guessing what you're doing was just wonderful."
Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of creativity and nostalgia as the original Goosebumps cover illustrator, Tim Jacobus, joins the show. Tim shares his journey from humble beginnings, knocking on doors in New York City, to becoming the mastermind behind over 100 iconic Goosebumps covers. You'll hear about his creative process, which includes painting with acrylics while wielding a hairdryer in one hand to speed up drying times—a technique as unique as his art.
Tim reveals the challenges and joys of working on the series, from the solitary nature of illustration to the delight of meeting fans at conventions. With humour and humility, he recounts how his art style evolved over time and adapted to the digital age, ensuring his work remained relevant and beloved. If you ever wondered what goes into creating those spine-tingling covers, this episode is a colourful dive into Tim's artistic world.
It's a testament to the power of creativity and the impact of art on generations. Whether you're a Goosebumps fan or just love a good story of artistic triumph, this episode will leave you inspired and maybe a bit nostalgic. So, what makes a piece of art iconic? Perhaps it's the blend of colour, imagination, and a touch of childhood magic.