Momentary: The Art of Ilya Kuvshinov
Ilya Kuvshinov is a Russian illustrator and comic artist based in Japan. In this first book collection of his work, readers can see a fascinating combination of adorable girls with large, manga-influenced eyes, and soulful Japanese landscape illustrations. Momentary features never-before-published finished work and sketches, as well as written commentary (in both Japanese and English) from the artist himself.
Artist Portfolio and Sketch Collection
This art book showcases Kuvshinov's distinctive style that blends Russian artistic sensibilities with Japanese manga aesthetics. The collection includes finished illustrations alongside preliminary sketches, offering insight into the artist's creative process. His character designs feature expressive, large-eyed figures that have become his signature style, while his landscape work captures the atmospheric beauty of Japanese scenery.
Bilingual Edition with Artist Commentary
The book includes written commentary from Kuvshinov in both Japanese and English, making it accessible to his international fanbase. These insights provide context for the artwork and reveal the inspiration behind his illustrations. The bilingual format reflects the artist's unique position as a Russian creator working in Japan with a global audience.
Social Media Phenomenon
Kuvshinov has a significant social media following on Instagram, Twitter and DeviantArt. On Instagram alone, over 1.6 million followers from all over the world eagerly await his latest posts. This art book compiles his most popular works alongside exclusive pieces not available on his social media platforms.
Perfect for Illustrators and Art Collectors
The collection serves as both inspiration and reference material for aspiring illustrators, concept artists, and fans of contemporary digital art. The combination of character design studies and landscape illustrations demonstrates versatility across different artistic subjects. Published by Pie International in paperback format, this volume represents the first comprehensive collection of Kuvshinov's work.
