Wonderland: the Art of Nanaco Yashiro (English-Japanese bilingual)

The first commercial collection by Nanaco Yashiro, an illustrator who has attracted international attention for her fluid lines, vivid colours and vintage style. Containing nearly 120 illustrations, including many that have been newly drawn for this book, this collection features various motifs from Japanese mythology and will captivate Yashiro's current fans and those who are new to her delicate, colourful illustrations. Nanaco Yashiro’s illustrations feature various motifs such as a woman in a feathered robe from Japanese mythology, a large tiger reminiscent of Arabia, a man in a space suit and concept art for an imaginary movie about heaven and hell that the illustrator created herself and are each drawn sometimes in delicately refined watercolor brushworks and at other times in bold strokes with acrylic gouache. While the themes and motifs may vary, all of them depict Nanaco Yashiro’s signature style which is sure to continue fascinating her audience forever. The themes are grouped in different themes, such as plants, animals, beautiful women, and fairytales.
ISBN 9784756255471. Pie Books. pb. 168 pages. full colour. 22 x 18.8 cm.
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