illustrator for young readers, editorial, portraiture, urban sketcher, sketchbook obsessed, drawminator,
Joined July 2009
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@johnjaycabuay illustrated the September issue of The Physiologist Magazine:
These 6 legendary physiologists built the foundation for modern discovery. Their stories are scientific history—and make the future possible.
@APSPhysiology
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PORTRAIT PROS
On the blog, we’re spotlighting three of our illustrators who stand out for their exceptional portraits. These artists use shape, line and color in perfect balance to craft stunning likenesses in their own unique styles.
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Thank you so much for sharing! This cover illo by
@JOHNJAYCABUAY headlines our recent blog post, PORTRAIT PROS: rappart.com/portrait-pros/
17 Jun 2025
We’re proud to feature artist John Jay Cabuay on the latest Terry Magazine cover, honoring C. Herman Terry with a powerful portrait — a tribute to a lasting legacy.
Recently Cabuay was spotlighted by @RappArt for his storytelling through illustration:
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Thank you so much for sharing! This cover illo by @JOHNJAYCABUAY headlines our recent blog post, PORTRAIT PROS: rappart.com/portrait-pros/
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We're wrapping up April with our Spring roundup of College & University work!
@JOHNJAYCABUAY illustrated a stunning cover for Creighton Nursing Magazine — building the next generation of compassionate healthcare professionals.
See more Spring work: rappart.com/spring-2025-univ…
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@JohnJayCabuay recently illustrated a story for Junior Scholastic's "True Teens of History" about Louis Braille, the inventor of (you guessed it) Braille! It's fascinating how the system he created at only 15 would eventually become a world standard.
#BlindnessAwarenessMonth
ALT A stylized illustration of teenage Louis Braille standing with his eyes closed, dressed in a peacoat and reading a Braille book. The background contains layered textures in yellow, pink, and green, and a pattern that resembles braille cells.
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Boeing's new CEO is being handed a company in crisis!
Portrait of Kelly Ortberg by @JohnJayCabuay for the @wsj
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23 Aug 2024
Check out my talented friend at Anime NYC!!!!!
Anime NYC is here again. This weekend. I’ll be there, table R10, with all kinds of new goodies. Hope to see you!
#animenyc #nyc #convention #anime #manga #kaiju #monsters #creatures #sculpture #3D #noai #artwork #art #artist
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10 Aug 2024
On todays @wsj
Portrait of @boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg.
#portrait #portraitillustration #illustration #illustrator #boeing #aerospace #editorial @RappArt
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John Jay Cabuay retweeted
2 Aug 2024
#Endpapers for the end of your week!
From Dear Ruby, Hear Our Hearts by Ruby Bridges and @JOHNJAYCABUAY
(@Scholastic, January 2024)
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25 Jul 2024
“MAYA-XIII”
30” x 40” mixed media on Fabriano Classico hot press paper.
I discovered a lot about myself on this journey.
To be patient and challenge myself to do more involved pieces. A new chapter for myself and to my muse.
#illustrator #illustration #johnjaycabuay
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@JohnJayCabuay's vibrant work illustrates Rollins Magazine's Election 2024 Special Edition, which discusses public health issues in light of the current U.S. election cycle and the political decisions that impact the health of communities.
See more:
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22 Jul 2024
Speaking of elections….
My new published illustration cover art.
#illustration #illustrator #editorial
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4 Jul 2024
Happy Birthday USA!
@JohnJayCabuay illustrated the July cover for World Magazine. Enacted 60 years ago today, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 promised equality. Did it deliver?
@WNGdotorg
See more of John Jay's work here: rappart.com/artists/john-jay…
#MLK #MLKjr #civilrights #civilrightsact
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This coming weekend I'll be in person at Monsterpalooza, & will also have friends manning a table at Kaiju Brooklyn. So both coasts simultaneously.
Lots of new goodies at both locations. Go check em out.
#kaiju #conventions
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As Asian Americans gain greater representation in government, it's clear that the cohort is not a monolith."
@JohnJayCabuay illustrated last week's cover for @cityandstateny featuring the Asian Power 100.
#nyc #cityandstateny #aapihm #apahm #aapiheritagemonth
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21 May 2024
Something a bit Americana for the coming Memorial Day Weekend.
Cover / Article about “The Great Law(s) of Peace” for BYU.
#coverart #editorial #america #usa
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Each year, @UCSF presents alumni awards to recognize their outstanding accomplishments, service, and contributions. This year @johnjaycabuay illustrated a series of alumni portraits for the awards.
Check it out 👉 rappart.com/project/ucsf-alu…
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