Pictoplasma Publishing

THE LONG SOUGHT AFTER ORIGINAL IS BACK:

After the best-selling Character Encyclopaedia from 2006, Pictoplasma finally presents a brand new compilation with the latest works by the international protagonists and new talents in the field of character creation.

From illustration and graphic design to fine and urban arts, toys and costumes, this is the unique sourcebook for anyone creative and seeking inspiration.

Special limited run, lovingly held together by character embossed leather!

At the heart of today’s character culture, this brand new selection examines the essential qualities that enable reduced character depictions to hit home with the universal power of anthropomorphic appeal. By sorting, cross-referencing and inter-linking the creations of a disparate scene of artists, the compendium creates a unique cartography of the latest generations populating the character universe. Featuring more than 900 outstanding artworks and individual characters by 200 international artists, this leather-bound book is one of its kind, giving insight to the current trends in figurative design.

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Not A Toy, Fashioning Radical Characters (more…)

Pictoplasma presents Not A Toy – the first book on the growing influence of Character design in fashion and art. International artists create playful dresses, avant-garde costumes and hairstyles, re inventing the human body and sending their radical, new Characters onto the catwalk and beyond.

PicTarot (more…)

Iconic creatures from the stars of today’s character design reveal their secret powers and tell your fortune. Following the logic of Aleister Crowley’s Mayor Arcana, the 22 motifs such as The Devil, The Emperor or Fortune will help you find answers to your most secret questions.

Characters in Motion 1,2 and 3 - Book & DVD (more…)

The complete Characters in Motion DVD 1 to 3 compilation puts you (or your beloved ones) through more than 10 hours of character extravaganza - enough to make even the toughest brain melt! This must be the ultimate ride: Lean back, enjoy, and let the eye-candy take you on an unforgettable journey!