The Sky: the Art of Final Fantasy Boxed Set (Second Edition)

The Sky: the Art of Final Fantasy Boxed Set (Second Edition)
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Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 740
Release: 2023-11-07
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1506737668

This lavish boxed set holds three separate hardcover books (The Sky 1, 2, and 3) containing Yoshitaka Amano's visionary illustrations of the heroes, monsters, and worldscapes of the first ten games in the groundbreaking Final Fantasy series. But that's far from all--also included in the boxed set is the bonus softcover book All About Yoshitaka Amano, containing an interview, a bibliography, thumbnail guides to The Sky, and dozens of photographs of Amano, his New York and Tokyo studios, and what inspires him as an artist! A further bonus is a mini The Sky Premium Flipbook, containing two different Final Fantasy animations made by Amano. Completing the boxed set are two souvenir items--a silver ink Final Fantasy print on clear acetate, and two oversize Final Fantasy postcards. The box itself is clothbound with a hinged lid and silver ribbon inside to lift out the interior contents. The Sky is truly a treasure chest for all fans of Final Fantasy and the artist who created its unforgettable imagery, Yoshitaka Amano!

The Sky

The Sky
Author: Yoshitaka Amano
Publisher: Dark Horse Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014-11-18
Genre: Computer adventure games
ISBN: 9781616550202

The Sky Book Three contains Amano's sketches and paintings for Final Fantasy VII (1997), VIII (1999), IX(2000) and X (2001), depicting characters such as Zidane Tribal, Garnet Til Alexandros XVII, Adelbert Steiner, Vivi Orunitia, Amarant Coral, Queen Brahne and many others. Bonuses include a series of silkscreen images done for Final Fantasy VIII, unreleased pen-and-ink sketches of the Gunblade and designs for the gemlike logo of Final Fantasy IX. Book Three completes The Sky series at a special low price!

Yoshitaka Amano: The Illustrated Biography-Beyond the Fantasy

Yoshitaka Amano: The Illustrated Biography-Beyond the Fantasy
Author: Florent Gorges
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 344
Release: 2018-12-11
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 150670753X

A beautiful celebration of the life and imagery of Japan's master of fantasy and science fiction art! This handsome, landscape-style hardback contains nearly 400 illustrations and photos from the incredible career of Final Fantasy designer Yoshitaka Amano. But Beyond the Fantasy covers far more than just the famous game series. Amano's artistic journey goes back to his first job in 1967--age 15, working on Speed Racer! From animator, to illustrator, to internationally exhibited painter, this biography is a look not only into the work of Amano's life, but the influences, techniques, philosophy, and family that have nurtured it.

Fairies

Fairies
Author: Yoshitaka Amano
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2012-10-23
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1621155528

Yoshitaka Amano's lush ethereal paintings of magical creatures, spirits, goblins, and apparitions have been praised and admired all over the world. In Fairies he turns his considerable talent to capturing in breathtaking images characters from such beloved stories as Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, the wizard Merlin and his muse the intoxicating Nimue, mermaids of the deep as well as his interpretation of fairies from Celtic and Japanese mythology.

Worlds of Amano

Worlds of Amano
Author: Yoshitaka Amano
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2012-10-09
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1621155501

Worlds of Amano provides a rare look inside the creative process of one of the most influential popular-culture artists working in Japan in the last thirty years. Originally published in France, Worlds of Amano presents a unique overview of Yoshitaka Amano's diverse work. This vast introduction allows one to take in the full measure of the immense talent of this famous Japanese illustrator, who is so well known for his designs of the Final Fantasy video games. Eclectic and apparently without limit, Amano's art is stunning. Drawing on numerous projects from over the last thirty years with many rarely seen illustrations, this book captures the rare beauty and inspiration of Amano's vision. * Available for the first time in English.

The Sky: The Art of Final Fantasy Book 2

The Sky: The Art of Final Fantasy Book 2
Author: Yoshitaka Amano
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014-11-04
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1616550198

"Previously available only as a part of the now sold-out The Sky: The Art of Final Fantasy Boxed Set or still-available The Sky: The Art of Final Fantasy Slipcased Edition, Dark Horse is pleased to offer the stunning visions of designer Yoshitaka Amano as individual volumes. The Sky Book Two contains Amano's sketches and paintings for Final Fantasy IV (1991), V (1992) and VI (1994), depicting characters such as Cecil Harvey, Rydia, Bartz Klauser, Lenna Charlotte Tycoon, Faris Scherwiz, Terra Branford, Locke Cole, Sabin Rene Figaro, Shadow, Setzer Gabbiani, Celes Chere, and, of course, Mog (among many others!). Bonuses include Amano's art for the 1994 Final Fantasy Grand Finale CD, the 1994 Pinball Mandala series, and advertisement lithographs of the 1999 Final Fantasy Collection exclusive watch. The truly impressive Book Two of The Sky is almost twice the size of the other books in the series, yet value priced! Don't miss your chance to return to the strange and beautiful realms of Yoshitaka Amano with The Sky: The Art of Final Fantasy Book Two!"

Elegant Spirits: Amano's Tale of Genji and Fairies

Elegant Spirits: Amano's Tale of Genji and Fairies
Author:
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2021-11-09
Genre: Art
ISBN: 150672678X

Yoshitaka Amano has visualized other worlds of wonder as the artist of the Final Fantasy game series. Now, with Elegant Spirits, our own world's ancient treasures of literature and legend are richly evoked through Amano's paintings and illustrations! Elegant Spirits first contains Amano's adaptation of The Tale of Genji, a psychological exploration of courtly love written a thousand years ago by Lady Murasaki, and often considered to be the earliest novel ever written. The second half of Elegant Spirits is Amano's Fairies, his portrayals of the many magical beings of English and Celtic lore and drama--from brownies and the Seelie Court, to Merlin and Nimue, to Shakespeare's Puck and Titania. The images of Elegant Spirits are accompanied by excerpts of text, poetry, and the stories that accompany these unforgettable figures of the past.

The Sky: the Art of Final Fantasy Book 1

The Sky: the Art of Final Fantasy Book 1
Author: Yoshitaka Amano
Publisher: Dark Horse Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014-10-21
Genre: Computer adventure games
ISBN: 9781616550189

First volume of a 3 volume set chronicling the art of the Final Fantasy series. This volume covers Final Fantasys I through III.

Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 2

Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 2
Author: Square Enix
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2018-12-18
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1506706622

Explore the art and adventure of the quintessential entries in the Final Fantasy saga with this gorgeous 300-plus-page hardcover. Collecting concept art, design notes, creator retrospectives, and more from Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy VIII, and Final Fantasy IX, Dark Horse's journey through the creation of the groundbreaking role-playing masterpiece continues! Dark Horse and Square Enix are thrilled to present the second of three volumes that officially translate Square Enix's detailed history chronicling the creation of the Final Fantasy franchise's seventh, eighth, and ninth games. Filled with captivating art and creator commentary, Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 2 remains completely authentic to its Japanese source material with unrivaled access for a Western audience. This prestige compendium is a must-have addition for any Final Fantasy enthusiast's collection.

FF DOT: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy

FF DOT: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy
Author: Square Enix
Publisher: Dark Horse Comics
Total Pages: 284
Release: 2022-08-16
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1506735061

A hardcover volume that showcases the intriguing evolution of pixel art from the Final Fantasy series! Containing detailed sprite sheets that showcase the pixel composition of Final Fantasy's beloved characters, maps of Final Fantasy's most popular highlighting tools used by the developers, and a special interview with Kazuko Shibuya, the character pixel artist for the Final Fantasy series, FF Dot is a one of a kind product that immerses readers into an iconic aspect of the Final Fantasy experience. Dark Horse Books is proud to collaborate with Square Enix to bring fans FF Dot: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy, translated into English for the first time. This localization of the original Japanese publication holds nearly 300 pages of colorful pixel art, and is an invaluable addition to any Final Fantasy fan's collection.