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Plastic Culture How Japanese Toys Conquered The World HC
 | Blending incisive analysis and stylish photos, Plastic Culture explores the world of toys: why we love them, what they represent and why there's a growing market for 'designer' and 'art' toys aimed at adults. Extensively researched, the book includes interviews with the leading players in today's toy world, including long-established Japanese toymaking giants Kaiyodo and Sanrio, world-famous fine artists and producers of 'art' toys Takashi Murakami and Yoshitomo Nara, and cult Hong Kong designers of 'urban vinyl' toys Michael Lau and Eric So. |
New Generation of Manga Artists TPB Vol. 5: Kao Yung & Kuan-Liang - nick & dent
 | This is a collection of artwork by a new generation of manga artists appearing on the manga scene after Graphic-sha began publication of its How to Draw Manga series. Within each volume is featured especially created artwork by carefully selected leading young artists currently active in the Japanese manga and anime art scene. Also included are designs selected from amongst published works of the artists. In the second half of each guide, the artist offers tips on creating art. Features complete designs, rough sketches, thoughts at the creation stage, artists' inspirations and comments by the artists. |
New Generation of Manga Artists TPB Vol. 4: The Omnibus Collection - nick & dent
 | This is a collection of artwork by a new generation of manga artists appearing on the manga scene after Graphic-sha began publication of its How to Draw Manga series. Within each volume is featured especially created artwork by carefully selected leading young artists currently active in the Japanese manga and anime art scene. Also included are designs selected from amongst published works of the artists. In the second half of each guide, the artist offers tips on creating art. Features complete designs, rough sketches, thoughts at the creation stage, artists' inspirations and comments by the artists. |