Akira Toriyama is a Japanese character designer, writer, and Manga artist. Most known for his critically acclaimed Dragon Ball series of 42 volumes, Toriyama has been active in Manga business since 1979. Additionally, he has consistently illustrated the character designs for SquareEnix's premiere Role playing game franchise, Dragonquest. Toriyama's work is typically characterized by heavy contours, bright colors, linear texture, and angular figures.
Toriyama's art has profoundly influenced me since childhood. When I was ten, I would frequently emulate his style by portraying his characteristic figures in over-the-top action scenes. Without a doubt, I've always been drawn to his work. His renditions are unique, edgy, and consistent throughout. To this extent, Toriyama's art is unmistakably easy to recognize and remarkably stands out from the standard of contemporary anime and manga art. Along with Yoshitaka Amano, Akira Toriyama is a japanese commercial art icon.
His short biography may be found here.
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