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Shimada Fumikane’s Art Works
As you may know, I’ve recently come into possession Shimada Fumikane’s Art Works. This is an art book showcasing Fumikane’s best and most seminal work. Art Works is 112 pages jam-packed with drawings, portraits, and character models, most of which are mecha musume. In previous posts I’ve discussed his fame from Strike Witches, Sky Girls, and Busou Shinki, but this art book contains so much more than that. As he is possibly my favorite artist of all time, I’ve decided to share with you all some of the highlights of Shimada Fumikane’s Art Works. Continue reading
Mecha Musume & Busou Shinki: Dreams Do Come True
The world of mecha musume has long been my favorite subgenre of anything ever. The combination of moe and machines of war is something that just simply attacks my weak point for massive damage. Popular representatives of the genre include the anime series Strike Witches and Sky Girls. In an attempt to explore the vastness of the genre, I stumbled upon many a great work including everything from figurines, to MMOs, to an upcoming PSP game. This post summarizes the evolution of my love for mecha musume and shines light on the wonderful world of Busou Shinki. Continue reading