Publications

Danuta Bennett’s creative vision extends beyond the canvas into published works that bring art, story, and ideas to broader audiences. From illustrated magazines that celebrate Santa Barbara's architecture, to psychology texts enriched with hundreds of original illustrations, to imaginative children’s books that blend adventure with meaningful lessons, her publications reflect the same curiosity, depth, and artistry found in her paintings. Each project offers a new way to experience her work—whether through history, science, or storytelling.

Chapter cover with an artistic painting of a building with trees in the foreground and a cloudy sky in the background. The text reads: "Santa Barbara Perspectives; Drawings by Danuta Bennett 2012-2016."

“Santa Barbara Perspectives” is a journey through the architectural beauty of this California town, utilizing drawings and watercolor sketches. The book is augmented with historical facts and reflective comments by the artist. This unique publication explores drawings created between 2012 and 2016.

Size: Softcover, US Letter, 8.5—11 in, 22—28 cm
#Pages: 24
Publish Date: Oct 26, 2016
Language: English

Santa Barbara Perspectives

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Book cover titled 'History of Psychology Through Symbols: From Reflective Study to Active Engagement' by James L. Broderick, with illustrations by Danuta Bennett, featuring a stylized human profile and a green psi symbol inside concentric circles.

Danuta Bennett’s Art Featured in History of Psychology Through Symbols - Volume 1 &2

History of Psychology Through Symbols, a two-volume work by psychologist James Broderick, features over 250 digital collages and illustrations by Danuta Bennett. Her vibrant imagery weaves psychology and art together, transforming complex ideas into striking visual stories. Through her vibrant and intricate digital compositions, Bennett brings complex psychological concepts to life, blending color, symbolism, and fine detail to mirror the evolution of human thought and imagination. Explore the image gallery to discover the inspiration behind each image, and watch the official book video trailer created by Danuta on the book website.

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A colorful cartoon illustration of Trash Island, with children cleaning up trash, a robotic figure, and polluted water with fish, set against a background of trash and a palm tree. The title reads 'The Mystery of Trash Island,' and credits are given to Peter G. Martin and Danuta M. Bennett.

Danuta Bennett is the illustrator of The Mystery of Trash Island, a beautifully imagined children’s book written by Peter G. Martin. This interactive storybook allows families to explore geography while discussing current issues, such as pollution. The siblings are transported to an Island of Trash in the ocean. They meet Trash monsters, decide to help them shrink Trash Island, and travel to all the continents to make an Elixir of the Earth. The siblings develop an imaginary solution for the real-life issue

Every copy of The Mystery of Trash Island supports a meaningful cause — all profits are donated to the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation, helping children and families facing childhood cancer.

The Mystery of Trash Island

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