UDON and BIGWEST are teaming up to release the first officially licensed MACROSS art book.
The press release follows:
Media Release -- During the official BIGWEST MACROSS panel at Anime Expo 2022, UDON Entertainment has announced that they will publish Hidetaka Tenjin's Artistry of Macross: From Flashback 2012 to Macross Frontier. This book will be the first-ever MACROSS publication officially licensed by BIGWEST for publication outside of Japan.
To mark this special occasion, we have received special messages from the people who have worked hard for years to make this book a reality. We are happy to share them here today:
"It's been 40 years since Super Dimension Fortress MACROSS first hit the airwaves and today many of those that grew up watching it are involved with the franchise. Hidetaka Tenjin was one of the earliest fans to follow this path. He's been involved in aspects ranging from the creation of anime key visuals to box art for MACROSS products and, in the case of the most recent entry in the franchise, MACROSS Delta, even oversaw the color designs of the various Valkyries.
"As the first official MACROSS publication to be released outside of Japan, I am certain that Hidetaka Tenjin's Artistry of Macross will similarly inspire a new generation of MACROSS creators."
-Kaya Onishi, CEO, BIGWEST
"I've been involved with MACROSS in a professional capacity for over two decades now, but I originally started off as a fan myself, so the prospect of bringing my art to a new international audience is something I'm extremely excited about. Hidetaka Tenjin's Artistry of Macross not only marks my first published work outside of Japan, it's also the first art book to be released in North America bearing the MACROSS name. While I'm more than a little nervous at the prospect, I hope that people enjoy it and that it helps to introduce them to the world of MACROSS."
-Hidetaka Tenjin
"MACROSS was a very big influence on me growing up. The transforming mechs, the engaging story, the beloved characters, and especially the songs are all so unique and inspiring! Being able to work with BIGWEST and Tenjin-sensei is a dream come true. I am deeply honored to be the first overseas publishing licensee, and looking forward to working with Tenjin and BIGWEST on more projects to come!"
– Erik Ko, Chief, UDON Entertainment
Hidetaka Tenjin's Artistry of Macross: From Flashback 2012 to Macross Frontier
Coming October 18th from UDON Entertainment to comic stores, book stores, and online retailers including UDONstore.com. Special preview copies available at Comic-Con International: San Diego, July 20-24. Pre-order your copy today!
Hidetaka Tenjin's Artistry of Macross
From Flashback 2012 to Macross Frontier
By Hidetaka Tenjin
11.25" x 8.25", 144 Pages, Full Colour, Hardcover, US$49.99
ISBN: 978-177294-29-1
Diamond Code: MAY228524
Since its small screen debut in 1982, Macross has remained one of most influential mecha anime of all time. Longtime franchise illustrator Hidetaka Tenjin captures the high-flying action of the series' iconic "variable fighters" like no other artist through his hyper-realistic illustrations for model kits, magazines, promotional materials, and more. This volume gathers Tenjin's illustrations from the eras of Super Dimension Fortress Macross: Flash Back 2012, Super Dimension Fortress Macross II, Macross Plus, Macross 7, Macross Zero, and the Macross Frontier TV series.
ABOUT UDON ENTERTAINMENT
UDON Entertainment is a publisher of original and translated art books, graphic novels, and manga. Our best-known projects are those based on popular video game franchises, including Street Fighter, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Dark Souls, Persona, and more. UDON also publishes art books and manga based on top transmedia properties including Summertime Rendering, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Kill la Kill, FLCL, Rose of Versailles, and Yu-Gi-Oh!.
ABOUT BIGWEST
BIGWEST CO., LTD., are representative owners of the Macross franchise. BIGWEST also provides planning and production for animation, as well as concerts, events, TV programs, etc., and manages related licenses and copyrights. For more information, visit: www.macross.jp (Japanese language only).
