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Arata Yokoyama's "Spectrum" Illustration

Arata Yokoyama's "Spectrum" is a unique depiction of Japanese street fashion in the style of Japanese anime. The illustration defies photorealism, utilizing vivid colors in a flat, yet optically natural-looking manner. The background represents the neon lights of Tokyo, boldly deformed to achieve a sharp, luminous expression.

Created with Adobe Photoshop CC, the illustration boasts technical specifications of 8000 x 5678 pixels, 400dpi, and RGB color mode. The design tags include street fashion, anime, character design, Japanese illustration, and vivid color, reflecting the essence of the artwork.

Yokoyama's "Spectrum" aims to showcase the affinity between street fashion and the neon streets of Tokyo, effectively using deformed and idealized visuals to introduce Japanese culture to a global audience. The fusion of Western graphic design elements with Japanese character illustration creates a visually appealing and culturally significant piece.

Inspired by the study of street fashion in Japan and abroad, Yokoyama's research involved deepening the understanding of function and design through firsthand experience. The creative process involved overcoming challenges to convey the appeal of street fashion to both Japanese and foreign audiences, emphasizing the balance between form, color, and character expression.

Arata Yokoyama's "Spectrum" received the Bronze A' Design Award in 2023, recognizing its outstanding creativity and contribution to the field of graphics, illustration, and visual communication design. This prestigious accolade celebrates the fusion of art, science, design, and technology, showcasing strong technical and creative skills that contribute to improving the quality of life.

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