With a new year comes new announcements from companies across the board, and artbook publisher Udon Entertainment (Who already have a number of works up their sleeve) have recently announced two new acquisitions which should see themselves on store in April/May 2013. They have kept these titles under wrap for a while now as they have already been translated, printers and ready to go to the printers!
These titles are:
Summer Wars: Material Book
By Mamoru Hosada, Madhouse
Directed by Mamoru Hosoda (The Girl Who Leapt Through Time), and brought to life by renowned animation studio MADHOUSE , Summer Wars is the story of an ordinary family going to extraordinary lengths to avert the impending cyber apocalypse! SUMMER WARS: MATERIAL BOOK gives a detailed, behind-the-scenes look at the development artwork that went into this award-winning film. Inside you’ll find character profiles, background designs, rough sketches, and an exclsuive interview with the film’s director!
May 2013 | $39.99 | Softcover | 208 Pages | 7.25″ x 9.5″ Long
If you have yet to see the award winning anime film, check out my review HERE.
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Takehito Harada Art Works 1
By Takehito Harada
Featuring the works of video game artist extraordinaire Takehito Harada, lead character designer of the hit Disgaea RPG series! Takehito Harada Art Works covers the artist’s work on all four Disgaea titles, as well as Prinny 1 & 2, Makai Kingdom, and Phantom Brave. Inside you’ll find game covers, rare promotional art, rough layouts, creator commentary, and a detailed look at Takehito Harada’s creative process.
April 2013 | $39.99 | Softcover | 208 Pages | 8.25″ x 11.75″