From Howl’s Castle to Poppy Hill: Yoichi Nishikawa
LightBox Expo (LBX) is the ultimate gathering of artists who work in the entertainment industry bringing your favorite films, animation, games, TV shows and illustrations to life. At LBX, we aim to ignite your passion, fuel your imagination, and propel you to new artistic heights!
Now, Step into the enchanting worlds created by Yoichi Nishikawa, the celebrated artist behind some of Studio Ghibli’s most beloved films including Howl’s Moving Castle, Ponyo, From Up on Poppy Hill, The Wind Rises, and more!
From 2023’s LightBox Expo, this interview was conducted by renowned anime author Charles Solomon, who has previously engaged in insightful conversations with the likes of Goro Miyazaki, and delves into Nishikawa’s artistic journey, exploring the creative process, inspirations, and the magic behind bringing animated worlds to life. Click below to view it on YouTube!
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