As my previous list of favorite illustrators (Remember, neither that list or this one is comprehensive), these are the manga-ka (comic artists ) whose work I admire IMMENSELY as well.
Again, I will try to include official sites so you can view their available artwork. As I said before, these folks have long careers and diverse bodies of work. Beside the artist's name will be the work I'm most familiar with.
ENJOY!:)
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*Japanese names are arranged culturally: 1st surname, 2nd given name*
Adachi Mitsuru - "Short Program", "Touch" & "Jinbei", etc. He does not have an official site but there are plenty of legitimate, well-made fan sites devoted to him. I included here the Anime News Network, which is a legit, ongoing site of related anime/manga news around the world. (Mitsuru ADACHI - Anime News Network)
His artwork appears as that classic 1950s Japanese art. Don't let this put you off. He is one of the foremost, living, modern masters. He is one of the kings of the comic short story, a difficult genre.
He has also influenced other artists I admire, such as Takahashi Rumiko! (More about her on another post!)
Katsura Masakazu - "Video Girl Ai", "Shadow Lady" (Studio K2R (Masakazu Katsura Official Website) (Japanese)) His girls are drawn so realistically adorable that you swear you knew someone like her in school!
Fujishima Kosuke - "Oh, My Goddess! (Ah, Megami-sama)", "You're Under Arrest!", etc. (Kousuke FUJISHIMA - Anime News Network)
Clamp! - "X/1999", "Knights of Rayearth", "XxxHolic", "Tsubasa Reservoir" *SITE GRAPHIC INTENSIVE* (CLAMP-NET (Japanese)) (CLAMP OFFICIAL WEBSITE (English)) 4 women who started as a doujinshi (fan-made comic) circle of about 13-20. The remaining 4 now help rule Japan and the world comic fandom! Read any of their plethora of titles, interlocking series & mountains of gallery art. Understand. Be amazed. Become a devotee.
Takada Yuzo - "3x3 Eyes" (Yuzo TAKADA - Anime News Network) Don't let the cutesy artwork fool you. He tells a mean tale. Don't read his stuff at night! There. You have been warned.
Takeuchi Naoko - "Sailor Moon" (Of course!!) (Takeuchi-Naoko.com (unofficial site of Taekuchi-sensei)) She is also married to fellow manga-ka, Togashi Yoshihiro of "Yuu Yuu Hakusho"!! Great anime/manga! Woot!
Asamiya Kia - "Inspector Gadget"(!), "Silent Mobius", "Steam Detectives" (Baka-Updates Manga - ASAMIYA Kia)
Shirow Masamune - "Dominion Tank Police", "Appleseed", "Ghost in the Shell", etc. (sTwo - Shirowledge!) (sTwo - (Japanese))
Ikegami Ryoichi - "Crying Freeman", "Mai, the Psychic Girl", "Strain" (Baka-Updates Manga - IKEGAMI Ryoichi) His comic art is so photorealistic, it's scary!
Monday, January 30, 2012
Friday, January 27, 2012
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Characters determine your story. You have no say.
Ay yi yi! The research for this novel is kicking my butt! While I tackle with this, I will also post current reference titles (Don't worry, they're doozies and humdingers!).
Lest one thinks this will interrupt my flow of new sketches, fear not, for I have more art to upload.
I noticed, however, that it was a good decision to edit my sketches (means removing the notes to myself - explaining character quirks, physical attributes, etc.) before uploading.
This has become a blessing in disguise as I realize names have changed, even which offspring will be whose in the making of this story.
I thought I had a set amount of children born to the different characters. Now, just as in real life, we cannot determine how many kids will make a family. Even this story is changing that presumption.
So, thankfully, when I upload more pics, you will notice there are no names or explanations, except, of course, what I place in the captions.
*Chortling* Anyone who tells you 'It's your story, you can do whatever you want with it' clearly isn't a writer!
Lest one thinks this will interrupt my flow of new sketches, fear not, for I have more art to upload.
I noticed, however, that it was a good decision to edit my sketches (means removing the notes to myself - explaining character quirks, physical attributes, etc.) before uploading.
This has become a blessing in disguise as I realize names have changed, even which offspring will be whose in the making of this story.
I thought I had a set amount of children born to the different characters. Now, just as in real life, we cannot determine how many kids will make a family. Even this story is changing that presumption.
So, thankfully, when I upload more pics, you will notice there are no names or explanations, except, of course, what I place in the captions.
*Chortling* Anyone who tells you 'It's your story, you can do whatever you want with it' clearly isn't a writer!
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Saturday, January 14, 2012
A list of Illustrators I admire - Definitely NOT exhaustive
Here is a list of my favorite illustrators.
My introduction to these artists were often by book & magazine covers.
They also have thriving fine art careers in other industries.
Besides each artist's name are the examples that introduced me to their work (Just a tip of the iceberg).
Have tried to include official sites. Sorry, I can't STAND Wikipedia.
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Braldt Bralds - "Cat Fantastic" book covers, "Moontide & Magic Rise" & "Initiate Brother" duologies, assorted covers (Braldt Bralds Studio)
Thomas Canty - "The Year's Best Fantasy & Horror: Annual Collection", assorted covers (Thomas Canty)
Leo (Deceased) & Diane Dillon - "Why Do Mosquitos Buzz in People's Ears", "Ashanti to Zulu", earlier editions of "Chronicles of Narnia" series, "The People Can Fly", "House of Spirits" book, assorted series, various (Leo Dillon - Summary Bibiliography) & (Diane Dillon - Summary Bibilography)- they do not have an official page but other organizations and publishers have official pages for the pair.
Michael Herring - Earlier editions of the 'Lord of the Rings' book covers, various (Paintings by Michael Herring)
Jody A. Lee - "Mage Storm" & "Kingdom of Valdemar" series, various (Jody Lee Official Webpage)
Keith Parkinson (Deceased) - "Death Gate" Cycle, assorted covers (Keith Parkinson Online)
Wendy Pini - "ElfQuest" series in comics, graphic novels, various (ElfQuest) - with her husband, Richard Pini, they are both talented writers.
Romas - "The Rowan" series & "Sholan Alliance" series, assorted covers (Romas Brandt Kukalis' Home Page)
Rowena - Two "Apprentice Adept" books, assorted covers, various (Welcome to the Official Website for Rowena Morill)
Laurence Schwinger - "The Belgariad" series, one "Apprentice Adept" cover, various (Laurence Schwinger : Wizard World Comic Cons : )
Darrell K. Sweet (Deceased) -"Xanth" series, "Shannara" series, "The Wheel of Time" series, "The Baker's Boy", assorted series, various (Darrell K. Sweet's official site)
Michael Whelan - "Dragonriders of Pern" & "Chanur" series, most of the "Foundation" series, assorted series, various (Michael Whelan | Science Fiction and Fantasy Artist)
Stephen Youll - "Death Gate" series, "Star of the Guardians" series, "Liveship Traders" series, various (THE ART OF STEPHEN YOULL)
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This, of course, is not a complete list of my favorites and influences. That would take a lifetime to compile, however, I will be posting favorite writers as well.
Also, please explore the sites I provided.
Most of these artists have far-reaching careers and long bodies of work.
Exploring their sites is, pun definitely intended, especially for these speculative fiction artists, like exploring new worlds.
My introduction to these artists were often by book & magazine covers.
They also have thriving fine art careers in other industries.
Besides each artist's name are the examples that introduced me to their work (Just a tip of the iceberg).
Have tried to include official sites. Sorry, I can't STAND Wikipedia.
~~~~~
Braldt Bralds - "Cat Fantastic" book covers, "Moontide & Magic Rise" & "Initiate Brother" duologies, assorted covers (Braldt Bralds Studio)
Thomas Canty - "The Year's Best Fantasy & Horror: Annual Collection", assorted covers (Thomas Canty)
Leo (Deceased) & Diane Dillon - "Why Do Mosquitos Buzz in People's Ears", "Ashanti to Zulu", earlier editions of "Chronicles of Narnia" series, "The People Can Fly", "House of Spirits" book, assorted series, various (Leo Dillon - Summary Bibiliography) & (Diane Dillon - Summary Bibilography)- they do not have an official page but other organizations and publishers have official pages for the pair.
Michael Herring - Earlier editions of the 'Lord of the Rings' book covers, various (Paintings by Michael Herring)
Jody A. Lee - "Mage Storm" & "Kingdom of Valdemar" series, various (Jody Lee Official Webpage)
Keith Parkinson (Deceased) - "Death Gate" Cycle, assorted covers (Keith Parkinson Online)
Wendy Pini - "ElfQuest" series in comics, graphic novels, various (ElfQuest) - with her husband, Richard Pini, they are both talented writers.
Romas - "The Rowan" series & "Sholan Alliance" series, assorted covers (Romas Brandt Kukalis' Home Page)
Rowena - Two "Apprentice Adept" books, assorted covers, various (Welcome to the Official Website for Rowena Morill)
Laurence Schwinger - "The Belgariad" series, one "Apprentice Adept" cover, various (Laurence Schwinger : Wizard World Comic Cons : )
Darrell K. Sweet (Deceased) -"Xanth" series, "Shannara" series, "The Wheel of Time" series, "The Baker's Boy", assorted series, various (Darrell K. Sweet's official site)
Michael Whelan - "Dragonriders of Pern" & "Chanur" series, most of the "Foundation" series, assorted series, various (Michael Whelan | Science Fiction and Fantasy Artist)
Stephen Youll - "Death Gate" series, "Star of the Guardians" series, "Liveship Traders" series, various (THE ART OF STEPHEN YOULL)
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This, of course, is not a complete list of my favorites and influences. That would take a lifetime to compile, however, I will be posting favorite writers as well.
Also, please explore the sites I provided.
Most of these artists have far-reaching careers and long bodies of work.
Exploring their sites is, pun definitely intended, especially for these speculative fiction artists, like exploring new worlds.
Monday, January 2, 2012
Walter Mosley - Writer Extraordinaire
Writer Walter Mosley, whose name, as in the words from 'Flower Drum Song', has 'rumbled in my ears like thunder for years', explained, during an interview in The Writer Magazine that, often, writers aren't truthful when asked about their influences.
He was unapologetic to say that movies and comic books have been the media that drove him to writing. In his interview, he explained writers will bring up classic works (they may not have read or feel this will bring more credibility to their writing) to say they were their biggest influences.
For more on this amazing author and the interview in his own words, refer to The Writer Magazine Nov. 2011 issue, Pg. 22 "Late bloomer, EARLY RISER".
He was unapologetic to say that movies and comic books have been the media that drove him to writing. In his interview, he explained writers will bring up classic works (they may not have read or feel this will bring more credibility to their writing) to say they were their biggest influences.
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| "Walter Mosley" (c) CNN.com |
Sunday, January 1, 2012
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