MonoKubo was a Japanese illustrator who brought an imaginary world to life through her amazing digital illustrations, where gentle giant animals share a harmonious relationship with humans.
Monokubo got the idea of giant animals from Studio Ghibli’s anime movies and their famous characters. “It came from “Princess Mononoke” and “Totoro.” I liked doing anime drawings in such style since a young age,” MonoKubo shared.
MonoKubo’s work was characterized by its emotional depth and the way in which it brought to life the creatures and worlds she depicted. Her illustrations were not simply renderings of physical forms, but expressions of the emotions and relationships that bound the characters together, complete with story-telling elements in their compositions reminescent of Japanese mythology.
MonoKubo’s work was widely recognized and celebrated, with 5 books of her work published, including “Megalophilia”, “MofuMofu” and “Replicare”. Her illustrations have been featured in many galleries and exhibitions, and have been widely shared online.
MonoKubo passed away in January of 2022. Her art continues to inspire and delight audiences everywhere. She will be remembered as a pioneering and accomplished artist in the field of digital illustration, and as a kind and generous person who brought joy and inspiration to those around her.
