Thirty years after Yoshitomo Nara rocketed to fame withhis paintings of sinister figures, the artist has developed hispractice to reflect his unique, empathic eye. This book presentsthe full range of Nara's work. Along with his most recognizablepieces, such as his ubiquitous portraits of wide-eyed figureson monochromatic backgrounds, readers will discover hisearliest paintings, sketched on surfaces ranging from envelopesto cardboard made during his time in Germany, as well as aninstallation that re-creates his drawing studio. His most recentworks are also represented, including his large-scale bronzeand ceramic figurines and portraits made following the 2011earthquake that devastated Japan. Comparing and contrastingthese pieces through Nara's distinctive musical lens, thecatalogue also features "liner notes" written by the artist aboutvarious albums in his personal collection, published in Englishfor the first time. Viewers will see the evolution of a dynamicartist who has become more contemplative with age.