Yoshitomo Nara

by Mika Yoshitake, Michael Govan (Contributor)

This special edition book on Yoshitomo Nara, one of the most prominent contemporary artists working today, shows the complexity of his work over the past three decades.

Thirty years after Yoshitomo Nara rocketed to fame with his Neo-Pop paintings of sinister childlike figures, the artist has deepened his practice. Along with his most recognizable pieces, such as his ceramic figurines and ubiquitous portraits of wide-eyed children, readers will discover his less-known aspects of his works including outdoor sculpture, illustrations on paper, and early versions of his figures. Nara's work is influenced by a passion for punk and rock music, popular culture, manga, and growing up in post-World War II Japan. This special edition book includes a slipcase with 13 booklets featuring the full range of Nara's work. It also includes an LP vinyl record with songs selected by the artist on side A and original music and covers by Yo La Tengo, the American indie rock band, on side B.

Published with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Genres: Art, Coffee Table Books

224 pages, Hardcover

Published March 31, 2020

Reviews

[Mai M Ibrahim · Rating 5 out of 5]

حلو اووووي 😍
يعتبر مصدر الهام مهم وتغذية بصرية للفنانين
هصوره وانزله ع قناة "عن الفن" ع اليوتيوب 👇
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[Kaoru Cruz · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a catalogue for LACMA exhibit for Yoshitomo Nara. I got it in advance for my trip to L.A.. The exhibit was planned to open in April 2020 and of course it did not happen. Nara flew to L.A. and after two weeks of self quarantine, he helped LACMA put together the exhibit. I followed his journey via twitter. The set up took less than a week and since then the exhibit has been waiting for the patrons to visit the museum. Finally it opened in April 2021. I'm super excited to see the collection in person. I'm happy to add this book/catalogue in my Nara collection (books, not his art!).

[Sungyena · Rating 5 out of 5]

A prize. So much detail in Nara exhibitions that must be pored through in book format afterwards. Best part is his column on record covers - I didn’t know Joni Mitchell’s album covers were self drawn, either! 🤯 “Truly the epitome of an artist overflowing with expression.” I appreciated the interesting varied papers and binding used, reflecting his textured painting grounds.

[Jazz Brimble · Rating 5 out of 5]

my obsession

[margaret · Rating 5 out of 5]

perfect coffee table book for girls who still use tumblr.