The origin of the Gothic Lolita fashion movement traces back to
Osaka in the mid-1990s when teenagers adopted Gothic fashion in
response to the clothes worn and promoted by Japanese Gothic rock
bands. Gothic Lolita applies the aesthetics of Gothic fashion to
the childlike, pretty Lolita fashion that draws much of its
inspiration from Victorian style and Edwardian fashion. This street
fashion has spread to art and to an entire Gothic Lolita punk
lifestyle.
Gothic Lolita Punk profiles top Japanese Gothic Lolita artists
working in this hugely popular type of illustration -- all of whom
eagerly discuss their work and share their thoughts on this
incredible and increasingly popular genre.
Each profile includes a biography of the artist, a visual of his or
her most engaging representative work, and a pictorial gallery with
detailed explanations of their techniques. Also included is
information on the materials used by each artist, how-to draw and
illustrate guidelines, and a glossary of terms for drawing lifelike
Gothic Lolita manga and anime characters.
Table of Contents
Introduction 1: What is "Goth-loli" and Why is it so
Popular? (Guest Writer) Introduction 2: Goth-loli and Fashion
(Guest Writer)
Gallery pages (10-12 pages per artist, includes new artwork,
biography, existing artworks, tools and techniques).
Illustrators: Tokyo Alice Kira Imai Aguru Mukai Yoh LIEN Hiromi
Sara Ginjabatank Amilec Doll Maker: MAGOLITO Fashion Designers: 2
Upcoming Designers TK
Useful Sites and Recommended Reading Keywords & Glossary
