By Yasushi Suzuki (DrMaster Publications)
ISBN 13: 978-1-59796-069-4
Powerfully impressive picture making from one of the design world’s most respected young illustrators. This collection is launched on the eve of the release of the artist’s first foray into the field of graphic narrative. If you don’t play computer games (I’m sure I can’t be the only one) he might not be that familiar a name, but fans of ‘Ikaruga’, ‘Sin & Punishment’ and ‘Radiant Silver Gun’, not to mention his many book jackets, can attest to his sublime skill with colour and line. And now so can I.
With the impending release of Purgatory Kabuki, one of the most eagerly anticipated debuts in manga history, publisher DrMaster have produced this glorious commemorative artbook, utilising the most modern of print techniques and processes to highlight Suzuki’s personal favourite works from the last decade, as well as ten new pieces and a lot of informational extras such as sketches, a checklist, and interviews.
This is lovely work from a major artistic talent, and a good omen for his entry into the world of graphic narrative.
© 2007 Yasushi Suzuki. © 2007 DGN Production Inc.