Legend of the Forrest

This is an animation by Osamu Tezuka called Legend of the Forrest. I saw this at Tezuka's museum while I was in Japan. Honestly, I really don't like the bulk of Tezuka's work. I respect what he did, but I just don't care for it. However, this animation is a stroke of pure genius. I'm posting my two favorite parts. The last act is not so genius. Enjoy!

New Sketchz

Some new sketches. Most of them are from my trip or just prior to.

Back Home

After a much needed journey of epic proportions, I am back in Michigan. The trip to Japan was eye opening for sure. I'm sad I had to leave so soon, but it's nice knowing that I'll go back soon. I'll be back in Chicago soon to start working on my army of Gundams ^_^ For about the next three months this blog is going to be overflowing with nerd posts. So, I'm just warning you now. I think my first project will be:

1/100 Scale Raiser



I've already got Gundam 00 back in Chi. So, I figure, i'll deck him out first with this kit. More to come on the build.

Mission Accomplished

What is that?

IT'S A GUNDAM!!!
My inner 6 year old was seizing at this point.

I'm not totally sure how many people shot me the link for the real life Gundam, but it had to be at least 10 people. I think it's funny that people think there is anyway in hell that a real Gundam could be built without me knowing. However, I do appreciate the support. LOL! I've known about this thing for several months now, but on June 26th. I saw a real Gundam. I really don't know how much of the awesomeness I can express through words, but believe me. That thing is sooooooo sweet!! 35 Tons of Gundam standing like 65 feet tall T___T

Let There Be Models!

Lots of people have been asking me to start posting up videos/tutorials/documentation of my process of model building. Unfortunately, this is not what this post is; however, while I've been in Japan, I've been lucky enough to pick up lots of good modeling supplies for really cheap! I've still got two transformers I need to paint before I get started on anything else. I also have classes to tend to this summer.... -__-

Saved the Best For Last

So, I'm in Tokyo now, and all I can say is WOW! This city isn't as graceful as Osaka, but it damn sure has a lot of stuff to do. I'm just going to throw up pics now. I'll write more later.

We were lucky enough to be given a tour of the Tokyo University of Art. These are two of the schools professors presenting their works in laqucer. I can't describe how awesome these were in person.

I believe this is part of a movie theater
I sat and watched it rain for a good 20 minutes. So rad.

The famous Tokyo skyline and Tokyo Tower

Osaka ga suki des.

After just a few day in Osaka, I can say that this is one of the most impressive cities I have had the opportunity to visit. Despite the language difference, it's still amazing to see how people from all over can still sit down and enjoy a drink and a laugh together. There seems to be a willingness of the natives here to reach out in conversations that I've never seen in any other country. In one day, I will be leaving Osaka, and I can honestly say that I will truly miss this city.

Konichiwa

Well, I've finally made it to japan in one piece. I'm sitting in my hotel room watching some animation by Akira Toriyama that I've never seen before. I'll be going out all over Osaka today at 10 am. I'll throw up a few pics from the trip over.

I think we were actually in outer space at one point..
This is the terminal in Shanghai. Pretty sweet architecture.
And finally, a snap shot of my taxi ride to the hotel in Osaka.

More Japanese TV

Obviously, the cultural differences between the US and Japan are huge, but I just can't quite understand why they are so much funnier than we are. Maybe they're just better at having fun? Regardless of the reason, this video is epic and priceless.

Ride Wit No Tints So They Know It's Me!!

I've been kinda bored while I've been home for the summer from school, so I decided to pick up this book on sale at Barnes and Noblee. It rocks!! It's front to back crests. How sick!

Excuse Me?

I'm going to Japan in a few days, and I'll be going with A LOT of questions. One thing I know for sure. They have much funnier TV than we do. Step up your game America.