The celebrated san francisco international film festival announced its lineup today, link below to get tickets to shorts illustration by robert kondo. Focusing primarily on gallery exhibits, we have also had benefit auctions, product signings, music events, and artist lectures. Each page is gorgeously illustrated by the 2 artists with muted tones. The dam keeper, a short film by feature animation artists robert.
More makingof videos can be found in the series, including behindthescenes interviews and deleted clips. But the book takes the films story five years forward, and sets its characters off on an adventure that promises to explore the cause of that mysterious fogthe dam keeper is thin on dialogue, its plot delivered mostly by wordless, richly drawn comics storytelling. Art of the dam keeper japan anime illustrations daisuke dice. Based on the oscarnominated animated short film of the same name, the dam keeper is a lush, vibrantly drawn graphic nov. The dam keeper volume 2 written and illustrated by robert kondo and dice tsutsumi first second. Store tonko house shop posters giclees prints the dam keeper moom ctn sale. He is the codirector along with dice tsutsumi of the awardwinning animated film the dam keeper. Sep 26, 2017 he is the codirector along with dice tsutsumi of the awardwinning animated film the dam keeper. Return to the shadows is the third and final volume in a breathtaking graphic novel series about a pigs epic journey. Like their main characters, who endure trials of friendship and growth, so too did the creative team. The graphic novel is published by first second and comes with a beautiful textured book jacket and in hardcover. An animated film from robert kondo and dice tsutsumi. Daisuke tsutsumi the art of the dam keeper japanese edition.
The art of the dam keeper is a wonderful companion artbook for the animated short film directed by dice tsutsumi and robert kondo this 168page hardcover artbook collects the concept art and included character designs and beautiful scene paintings from the animation. Personally, i think the book fits all kind of audience from kids to. Tonko houses full journey through creating the dam keeper is captured in a video documentary series, featuring the dedicated team of painters, musicians, animators, and crew. The dam keeper has been developed volume graphic novel published by first second books. The dam keeper, book 3 ebook written by robert kondo, dice tsutsumi. Nov 09, 2017 the dam keeper by robert kondo and dice tsutsumi 155 pp. Pigs father built the dam and taught him how to maintain it. Under siege from a mysterious fog the new york times. The last book in the dam keeper graphic novel trilogy is really stunning. Pig cant help but wonder, who is the mysterious dam keeper behind it all. Ben hatke, author of zita the spacegirl and mighty jack the dense, fullcolor artwork has the rounded depth and cartoonish character design of a pixar movie, but the persistent smog and occasionally jagged borders and shapes give it a haunting, eerie quality all its own.
The dam keeper, book 1 the dam keeper volume 1 written and illustrated by robert kondo and dice tsutsumi. Based on an oscarnominated animated short by former pixar directors, robert kondo and dice tsutsumis the dam keeper. Tonko houses first graphic novel is a three book tale about the journey of three heroes from the dam keeper, published by first second books. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the dam keeper. The dam keeper, book 1 hardcover third place books. Our first book features art from the making of our animated short film, the dam keeper, and also includes an exclusive sneak peek at concept. Aug 11, 2019 catsuka some pictures of upcoming the dam keeper series.
The dam keeper by robert kondo and dice tsutsumi 155 pp. But the film that has generated the most excitement among professional animators is the dam keeper, a painterly short by daisuke tsutsumi and robert kondo, former pixar art directors who. The dam keeper is an animated short film directed by robert kondo and dice tsutsumi. Hand signed by directors dice tsutsumi and robert kondo. The dam keeper an animated film from robert kondo and dice. Both the visuals and the story work really well together and the characters reveal so much depth and interesting details youll definitely want to read all three books to piece this mysterious story together. Our first book features art from the making of our animated short film, the dam keeper, and also includes an exclusive sneak peek at concept art from future projects we are working on at our. In its first 25 years, pixar animation studios has reinvigorated animated movies, creating memorable characters that in many ways seem more real than the human actors in some liveaction films. When you buy from those affiliate links, i earn some commissions at no extra cost to you. The art of the dam keeper features over 200 illustrations, photographs from inside the studio and interviews with the directors and crew. The art of the dam keeper by john fleskes goodreads.
The story is as heartwarming feeling as the original the dam keeper short film. The dam keeper was written with children in mind, but readers of all ages can certainly enjoy the lush and vibrant art work by robert kondo and dice tsutsumi. The art of the dam keeper serves as a clear representation of why their film was screened at nearly a hundred film festivals and earned that academy. This highly original and inspiring book is a must have. Instead they find bustling cities, each with their own dams. The book manages to stand on its own and the story is very easy to jump right into. A firsttime collaboration between some of the most talented artists in animation, the dam keeper made its world premiere as an official selection at the 2014 berlin. Return from the shadows, are essentially volumes 2, 3, and 4 of the larger story. Please enjoy the conclusion to the dam keeper graphic novel documentary, part 7. Art and illustration kawaii cute art book art fantasy art art drawings concept art artwork. Catsuka some pictures of upcoming the dam keeper series.
Dec 31, 2015 our first book features art from the making of our animated short film, the dam keeper, and also includes an exclusive sneak peek at concept art from future projects we are working on at our. If you already watch the dam keeper animated short, this book carries the quality of that beautiful film. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Like the film, it features gorgeous digital art that vividly illustrates the interplay of sunlight and. Based on the oscarnominated animated short film of the same name, the dam keeper is a lush, vibrantly drawn graphic novel by tonko house cofounders robert kondo and dice tsutsumi. The dam keeper is a 2014 short animated drama family fantasy film directed by robert kondo and daisuke dice tsutsumi. The dam keeper delivers oscar nomination for studio.
It tells the story of pig, an introverted youth who lives in a windmill. Dices paintings have exhibited around the world, and in 2009, his first childrens book i can hear was published in japan. Sep 26, 2017 the dam keeper is a gorgeous graphic novel that serves as a sequel to robert kondo and dice tsutsumis awardwinning short film of the same name. Yet, when a poisonous black tidal wave carries pig, fox, and hippo over the dam and into the wastelands, they dont find death. Originally from southern california, robert kondo graduated from the art center college.
And if pig fails in his job as dam keeper, the inhabitants of sunrise valley could fall victim to the world on the other side. San francisco bay areamade film the dam keeper is an official selection in our own backyard. Hong kong art childrens films short film festivals bronze award art village childrens book illustration book illustrations arts award circle of life. Robert kondo and dice tsutsumis graphic novel the dam keeper is a spinoff from their award winning short film by the same name. The dam keeper, a short film by feature animation artists robert kondo and dice tsutsumi tells the tale of a young pig encumbered with an important job, and the meeting of a new classmate who changes everything. Dices paintings have exhibited around the world, and in 2009, his first childrens book. The art of the dam keeper is available for presale on flesk publishings website. Tonko houses first graphic novel is a threebook tale about the journey of three heroes from the dam keeper, published by first second books. The trilogy, which comprises the dam keeper, the dam keeper. Looking through the book, panel by panel i can feel the love and effort they put in this book. And then this brilliant inventor did the unthinkable.
Since october of 2004, nucleus has strived to be a welcoming gathering place for the art loving community by offering quality art, art related goods, and rarities. The dam keeper ebook written by robert kondo, dice tsutsumi. As part of the bay area book festival, robert kondo will speak at the transformative power of art. Return to the shadows is the third and final volume in a breathtaking graphic novel series about a pigs epic journey sunrise valley is without a dam keeper. The dam keeper an animated film from robert kondo and. Read the dam keeper, book 2 world without darkness by robert kondo available from rakuten kobo.
Tonko house is an animation studio based in berkeley, california, founded by two former pixar art directors robert kondo and dice tsutsumi. Making the dam keeper at hotel shattuck plaza at 1. Available as a hardcover edition from flesk publications. I highly recommend this graphic novel to those people who love stories, art, and to those who purely love beautiful things. Robert kondo book the dam keeper book 2 world without. Dive into the art of the dam keeper in a collection of concept art made for the movie. The dam keeper, book 1 kindle edition by kondo, robert, tsutsumi, dice. I love the dam keeper special illustrations made for every new festival selection. Based on the oscarnominated animated short film of the same name, the dam keeper is a lush, vibrantly drawn story about a young pig who is burdened with saving his village. Apr 18, 2014 an incredible collection of fan art of the dam keeper see more ideas about fan art, art and the incredibles. Written and directed by former pixar art directors. The dam keeper to become a series of graphic novels from. A dangerous black fog looms outside the village, but its inhabitants are kept safe by an ingenious machine known as the dam. The second book tells the story of pig and friends going over the dam.
The dam keeper graphic novel book three the dam keeper graphic novel book two. The dam keeper an animated film from robert kondo and dice tsutsumi n a still frame of the dam keeper. Tonko house projects span an array of media platforms such as films, books, games and educational materials with an objective to create stories that deliver entertainment and awareness for people of all ages. Like the film, it feels a bit unfinished, but in a way readers will find. Feb 01, 2015 the dam keeper has been screened at more than 75 festivals and won numerous honors, including prizes from the new york international childrens film festival, anima mundi in brazil and the. The dam keeper, an original animated short film by feature animation artists robert kondo and dice tsutsumi, tells the tale of a young pig encumbered with an important job, and the meeting of a new classmate who changes everything. The books set the films main characters on a grand, windswept journey that is as substantial and surprising as it is aweinspiring. It tells the story of pig, an introverted youth who lives in a windmill and keeps a dark fog from engulfing his town. The story begins five years after the events of the short film, with friends pig and fox on the cusp of adulthood as the dark cloud that the dam. I love that tonko house really nailed the artistic and yet married with such charm looking art pieces.
As a child, he learned art from his mother, a trained fashion designer, which led him to study illustration at the art center college of design in pasadena. I must admit, i was drawn into it by the amazing artwork on the cover something which can be said about the graphics of the inside of the book as well. The art of the dam keeper serves as a clear representation of why their film was screened at nearly a hundred film festivals and earned that academy award nomination. Beautiful little collectors book to commemorate the animated short that was oscarnominated and should have won.
Sep 26, 2017 an incredibly immersive first book of the dam keeper trilogy builds on the story of the awardwinning animated short film and promises an epic journey, which explores the mysterious world beyond the dam and features three adorable and intriguing characters, pig, fox and hippo. The dam keeper, book 1 life in sunrise valley is tranquil, but beyond its borders lies certain death. Beautiful little collectors book to commemorate the animated short that was oscar nominated and should have won. Based on the oscarnominated animated short film of the same name, the dam keeper is a lush, vibrantly drawn graphic novel trilogy by tonko house cofounders robert kondo and dice tsutsumi. Having exhibited both local artists and artists from abroad, and catering to an international customer. World without darkness is the second volume in the series. Now pig, fox, and hippo must face the greatest danger imaginable. The anthropomorphic characters of pig, fox and other characters are. Dice tsutsumi, originally from japan, is a celebrated illustrator, painter, and philanthropist. Moreover, the story continues and becoming more intense throughout the journey. Book two and three are available as well, and i hope to read them soon as well. Based on the oscarnominated animated short film of the same name, the dam keeper is a lush, vibrantly drawn graphic novel trilogy.
The dam keeper delivers oscar nomination for studio alumni. Links to amazon, book depository, utrecht art supplies, jacksons art, craftsy are affiliate links. The new book the art of pixar offers an inside look at the studios creative process. But the book takes the films story five years forward, and sets its characters off on an adventure that promises to explore the cause of that mysterious fog the dam keeper. A firsttime collaboration between some of the most talented artists in animation, the dam keeper made its world premiere as an official selection at the 2014 berlin international film festival and was nominated in 2014 for an academy award. Jul 02, 2019 roberts film credits include sets art director for ratatouille, toy story 3, and monsters university. The dam keeper is a 2014 american animated short film directed by robert kondo and daisuke tsutsumi. This book was produced with handson input from kondo and tsutsumi, right down to the paper and binding. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the dam keeper, book 1. Dice has appeared in both volumes of blue sky studios out of picture anthology, contributing the stories noche y dia in volume 1 and the dream of kyosuke in volume 2. The dam keeper, book 1 kindle edition by kondo, robert. I actually read the book without having seen the film first or even realizing that it was a sequel to anything.
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