Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition Image
Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition Image
Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition Image
Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition Image
Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition Image
Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition Image
Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition Image
Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition Image
Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition Image

Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition

by TIME

 
 

Description

Introducing the art collection of the esteemed mecha designer, Kimitoshi Yamane! Over the course of many years, Yamane-san has been the creative force behind the mecha designs featured in numerous Sunrise productions, including "Cowboy Bebop", "Mobile Suit Gundam SEED", "The Vision of Escaflowne", and "Infinite Ryvius".

Included Works:

  • Originals: Escaflowne (1996), Cowboy Bebop (1998), Infinite Ryvius (1999), Argento Soma (2000), OVERMAN King Gainer (2002), Cluster Edge (2005)
  • Gundam Series (TV): Mobile Fighter G Gundam (1994), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED (2002), Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY (2004), G-Reco (2014)
  • Movies: Escaflowne (2000), Cowboy Bebop: Knockin' on Heaven's Door (2001), Nora Gekki (2011), G-Reco (2019-2022), Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash (2021), Mobile Suit Gundam: Cucuruz Doan's Island (2022)
  • OVA: Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team (1996-1999), MS IGLOO (2008-2009), The Origin (2015)
  • Merchandise (plastic models): U.C. Hard Graph (2012)
  • Event Movies & Extra: Ring of Gundam, Gundam The Ride Ez8, Zaku Hobby Japan Original Drawing

But that's not all! Explore celebratory messages from associates and unpublished project designs. Featuring an exclusive color illustration of "Swordfish II 2022", engaging dialogues with longtime friends like Yoshinori Sayama and Yoshiyuki Tomino, and a thought-provoking contribution from Renato Rivera Rusca with an overseas perspective!

This is a must-have for fans and enthusiasts alike, celebrating the genius behind the mechs that have become ingrained in the history of Japanese animation. Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey through Kimitoshi Yamane's artistic legacy!

About Kimitoshi Yamane/山根公利

Born in 1966 and originally from Kawamoto Town, Shimane Prefecture, the talented mecha designer embarked on his creative journey. After completing studies at a specialized school in Tokyo, he made a striking debut as a mecha designer by presenting his work to the animation planning and production company, Artmic. His association with Sunrise productions began with the renowned "Mobile Fighter G Gundam".

Subsequently, his artistic touch graced a multitude of works, including but not limited to "The Vision of Escaflowne", "Cowboy Bebop", "Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team", "Infinite Ryvius", "Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin", "G-Reco", "Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash", and "Mobile Suit Gundam: Cucuruz Doan's Island". His extensive contribution to the realm of mecha design has left an indelible mark on the history of animation.

Please Note

This is a Japanese-language book with all text in Japanese.

Description in Japanese

「カウボーイビバップ」、「機動戦士ガンダムSEED」、「天空のエスカフローネ」、「無限のリヴァイアス」をはじめとする、数多くのサンライズ制作のオリジナル作品に登場するメカデザインを⻑年にわたり生み出してきた、メカニックデザイナー山根公利の画集となります。 ■収録作品 オリジナル作品 天空のエスカフローネ(1996年) カウボーイビバップ(1998年) 無限のリヴァイアス(1999年) アルジェントソーマ(2000年) OVERMANキングゲイナー(2002年) クラスターエッジ(2005年) ガンダム作品(TVシリーズ) 機動武闘伝Gガンダム(1994年) 機動戦士ガンダムSEED(2002年) 機動戦士ガンダムSEED DESTINY(2004年) Gのレコンギスタ(2014年) 劇場作品 エスカフローネ(2000年) カウボーイビバップ 天国の扉(2001年) ノラゲキ(2011年) Gのレコンギスタ(2019年〜22年) 機動戦士ガンダム 閃光のハサウェイ(2021年) 機動戦士ガンダム ククルス・ドアンの島(2022年) オリジナルビデオアニメーション作品 機動戦士ガンダム 第08MS小隊(1996年〜99年) 機動戦士ガンダム MS IGLOO/機動戦士ガンダム MS IGLOO2(2008年〜09年) 機動戦士ガンダム THE ORIGIN(2015年) 商品企画(ブラモデル) U.C.HARD GRAPH(2012年) イベントムービー&EXTRA リング・オブ・ガンダム GUNDAM THE RIDE Ez8&ザクホビージャパン描き下ろし 上記に加え、関係者からのお祝いコメントや未発表企画デザインも掲載。 描き下ろしカラーイラスト「ソードフィッシュII2022」 日本を代表するメカニックデザイナーで⻑年にわたり親交の深い佐山善則氏や出渕裕氏との対談、 レナト・リベラ・ルスカ氏の海外視点からの寄稿文(英訳有り)等も収録

Basic Specifications

References

Quick Find Code K1464565

Manufacturer / Brand TIME

SKU TIME9185150

Details

Author Kimitoshi Yamane

Book Type Soft Cover

Publication Date Mar 2024

Language Japanese

Pages 384 total

Physical

Item Size/Weight 29.8 x 21.2 x 2.6 cm

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Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition Image

Kimitoshi Yamane Mechanic Design Collection -MONOGRAPH- Sunrise Edition