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Masanori Ushiki

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Masanori Ushiki
Link :
https://www.ushikima.com/
Born in Niigata prefecture in 1981. He lives and stays in Meguro-ku, Tokyo. Since Graduating from Musashino Art University drawing school, Masa has worked for a stationery maker, a web production company, he eventually found himself as a freelance illustrator and artist. Masa likes to present work tailored to the times and media of today. From humorous portraits to fashion conscious works based on aspects of boys culture such as manga, animation, special effects.

Last update : 24 Aug. 2023

Works

Title:"Young people" 2016.3 Digital Art Works

This is a piece that portrays a future where young people are wearing even more colorful and unique clothing than they do today.

Title: "White stick" 2016.12 Canvas Art Works1,940×1,303mm

In the context of combat, the thin and rod-like white weapons, which may appear quite meaningless, are actually a rejection of violence. Furthermore, the attire of the three individuals who might be perceived as combatants is highly fashionable, conveying a message urging the importance of culture. This is a piece of work that stands against war and violence.

Title: "Battle Commencement \(^o^)/ !!" 2021.11

I depicted Cup Noodles as the "battle ration" for surviving a harsh future in the next 50 years. With a futuristic touch, a high school girl of the near future lifts the noodles with a fork, causing the individual ingredients and pink-hearted steam to rise like a "magic circle" from a video game. This presentation gives the Cup Noodles a special futuristic magic, making them appear as if they are a unique form of magic or even weapons to face the challenges of the future.

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