I am watching hundreds of artists and illustrators over at deviantART, but one of my favourites has to be Akutou! A french illustrator and vector artist whose style is incredibly influential.
In his work you can see how Japan influences his style, showcasing a stunning illustration from one of my favourite cult movies Battle Royale (Batoru Rowalaru) and Chiaki Kuriyama as Gogo Yubari from another cult classic Kill Bill Vol. 1.
You can also catch Akutou’s work in the following places, as well as the ability to purchase one of his many Tees & Posters:
- akutoulovesyou.com
- blog.akutoulovesyou.com
- akutou-san.deviantart.com
Akutou has also given you the opportunity to put your own mark on his illustrations, be sure to check out Art Remix Round 2, even though it has now finished you can still download the art work and have a play with them in Adobe Illustrator!
Please note that clicking on the illustrations or tee’s below will take you to the full sized version and will also give you the opportunity to visit the the rest of Akutou’s full portfolio. As always we would love to know which is your favourite in the comments below!
BREWSTER
GREAT TEACHER
FLASH FM TINA
ACID GUM
VALENTINE
JAPCHICK
OLD SKOOL FLAVA
SHE’S A ROBOT
BATORU ROWAIARU
GOGO
BUBBLE GUM MUSIC
FLASH FM TEKI
NERDETTE
LUV’ UR HAIR
PNOT INTERESTING T-Shirt
EL LUCHADOR EXTRAORDINAIRE T-Shirt
ELECTIGRE T-Shirt
OH DEER INDEED T-Shirt
IELECTROGIRL T-Shirt
JU5 x AKUTOU T-Shirt
FIRST LOVE T-Shirt
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Awesome illustrator w/ a brilliant future ahead of him that is certain ! His work is fresh and I love the way his images seem to pop out and just Grab ya ! I also love his use of colors and shadows. Thank you for introducing us to yet another great artist Daniel :)
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amazing artist for sure mia! I think he colour selection is just perfect for each of his designs, so vibrant!
I couldn’t have put it better myself – love those bubble gum colors – great illustrations!
Agreed, bubblegum colours can really make a design POP!