The Clown With Crown

The Japanese “cat with a raised paw” is officially known as Maneki Neko, which literally translates to “beckoning cat” or “inviting cat”. It is a traditional Japanese talisman (engimono) believed to bring good luck, happiness, and prosperity to its owner. ​The name is written with three characters: 招き猫: ​招 (Mane): From the verb maneku, meaning “to invite” or “to beckon”. ​き (ki): A grammatical…

A benevolent Japanese mythological creature and spirit (yōkai) famous for devouring nightmares and bad dreams. According to folklore, if someone wakes up from a terrifying dream, they can summon the Baku by repeating three times: “Baku, come eat my dream.” The creature will arrive to consume the nightmare, turning it into good fortune. However, it must be summoned with caution: if the Baku’s…

A koma-inu (狛犬), often translated as “lion-dog,” is a stone or bronze guardian statue typical of Japanese tradition. They are almost always found in pairs at the entrance of Shinto shrines (jinja) and, less frequently, Buddhist temples or private noble residences. ​Their primary role is spiritual: they act as guardians to ward off evil spirits and protect the sacred grounds. Although they are…

Blue Cardboard – Menswear Fast Sketch

2 minutes sketch on blue cardboard…

And his Photoshop version…

Putting some “Soul” in it…