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I got an interview with the talented anime artist @eastdongstar on Twitter! I asked eastar a few questions about her art, inspirations, and some of her most challenging works. What are some of your inspirations? I don’t draw a lot of fan art because I think once I got to a certain age, I just don’t connect with stories that well anymore. I probably will simp for a character for maybe 2 weeks, and then I just move back to simping my ocs.  Most of my content is inspired by stories I want to present (and most of those stories usually involve some degree of social stratification, racism and injustice in the criminal justice system, like you know, real world stuff) Those stories sort of just pop into existence. Like, I will read an essay on climate change and I will think to myself “ah what if we live in a near-future dystopian world where technology is regressing because of a mass flood that destroyed countless of lives and property?” What is the most challenging piece you’ve ha

Introduction When most people talk about the HunterxHunter series and its strengths, they are often referencing the 2011 anime. I believe, as the majority does, that the 2011 anime adaptation enhances the source material. This is due to its faithfulness to the original plot, amazing animation, and the overall quality improvement from the manga. In this analysis, however, I wanted to make a case for how Togashi’s usage of negative space, its juxtaposition to stunning backgrounds and character expressions, and thorough character exploration in the manga makes for an entirely different, if not equally enjoyable HxH experience. I also explain how Togashi’s lengthy exposition is crucial to the 2011 anime’s critical acclaim. I picked up the manga volumes 32-36 after the anime ended. I enjoyed them as I did 2011, but in a much different way. The series portrays the world of HxH with an overtly upbeat nature, which gradually metamorphosizes into a mature, multilayered society much like

I invited a fellow artist to talk about her art page, @uealnr on Instagram , and her inspirations. Her art is super clean, go check it out! What is your favorite piece right now? I think my favorite piece right now would either be my second shirt design or the modeus print I made. Modeus by @uealnr T-shirt design by @uealnr What are some of your inspirations? My inspiration comes from the manga I read and amazing instagram artists like @kimjunggius , @kellzallday , @hitsuji.02 , etc. Additionally, I think I am also inspired by the people in my life from those who try to motivate me or give me more confidence through comments/dms, to my family who surprisingly supports me financially. What is the most challenging piece you’ve had to draw? Why? My most challenging piece would be the RWBY+JNPR girls because not only did I have to think of different poses for the girls but I had to draw a background which was something I was not really familiar with at the time.