On August 19th this year, the film world mourned the death of the film world. Fumi Yamamotoa celebrated artist whose brush and vision brought the magical world of Studio Ghibli to life.
Yamamoto passed away at the age of 68
Yamamoto passed away at the age of 68. stomach cancer From his home in Saitama, Japan, he left behind a legacy of creativity and visual wonder.
Born on June 27, 1953 in Gotojima. Yamamoto From an early age he showed a passion for art. After studying architecture and painting in Gifu, he went to the High School of Art and Design in Tokyo to hone his skills.
His road to fame began in 1978 as art director for the Future Boy Conan series. This work was the beginning of the relationship with the famous Hayao Miyazaki.
The Nippon Animation studio was Yamamoto’s starting point, but his skills caught Miyazaki’s attention.
His achievements in Studio Ghibli
In 1985 he received an invitation to participate. Studio Ghibliwhere his artistic dreams come true.
His contributions are evident in masterpieces such as Laputa: Castle in the Sky (1986), Grave of the Fireflies (1988), and Princess Mononoke (1997), and his work is a memory of lovers. It has become something that will remain forever. .
But Yamamoto’s influence wasn’t limited to Studio Ghibli. He has collaborated on other talented directors’ works such as: Satoshi Kon and Mamoru Hosoda.his ability to capture the essence imaginary world In that art he became a visionary who was always in demand.
Even in his later years, Yamamoto did not stop creating. He continued to devote himself to manga based on the folktales of Kamigajo, a connection to his hometown.
His son, Takao Yamamoto, said his father’s studio was still overflowing with manuscripts and materials, a stark reminder of his unwavering commitment to art.
Nizo Yamamoto did more than create landscapes
Takao’s words pay tribute to his father’s great contribution. “The soul of Nizo Yamamoto is in the sky of ‘Laputa’, in the air raid shelter of ‘Grave of the Fireflies’, in the forest of ‘Princess Mononoke’, in the streets of ‘The Girl Who Leapt Through Time’ and the 100 seascapes of Goto.
And, according to experts, Nizou Yamamoto not only painted landscapes, but left a strong impression on the world of animation and art.
His ability to bring the imagination to life will undoubtedly continue to inspire posterity, preserving his legacy in all his brushstrokes and fantastic world splendor.
