11 Piki no Neko

'11 Piki no Neko' (11ぴきのねこ) is a series of picture books created by Japanese cartoonist Noboru Baba (馬場のぼる) in 1967 which illustrate the adventures of 11 hungry, cheeky cats.

AR3Bros

The most famous Japanese software development unit, AR3Bros. They’ve chosen T-shirt for the next medium to augment in commemoration of their tenth anniversary. Experience a new kind of wearable art with this combination of fashion and smart phone app driven augmented reality by holding your phone over the T-shirts.

Archigram

Archigram was a British neo-futuristic architect group, active in the 1960s and early 1970s. They visualised a possible architectural future without actually constructing any buildings. Their work had a great influence on artists in various fields. Together with the Archigram archives we have picked some of our favourite images to create this colourful series.

Ayako Ishiguro

An artist and picture book author who mainly paints Bakeneko (Monster Cat), ghosts, monsters, and other strange creatures. Her famous book "Bakeneko Zorozoro" was the main inspiration for this series of vivid cat ghosts and scary cat monsters. Whether you love cats or not, you will enjoy this Bakeneko world. 
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BABAR

Since the first appearing in France in 1931, the series of "Babar the Elephant" have been a children's favorite all over the world. The stories of the Elephant King Babar with his family and friends dealing with the courage, kindness, and bonds are loved for generations. Please enjoy this journey into the world of Babar!

Bill Charmatz

Bill Charmatz
With a long and successful career illustrating for the New York Times and the Washington Post, Bill Charmatz uses his distinctive style of line drawings for the story of the Cat's Whiskers.

Charley Harper

We are proud to present the world of Charley Harper, an artist who captured the essence of the subject with expressions with as few visual elements as possible in a style called "minimal realism", the rare intersection when studies of nature meets graphic design!

Chiki Kikuchi

Delicate but with a powerful touch, Chiki Kikuchi has created many beautiful picture books that attracts both children and adults.

Elmer

Elmer the Patchwork Elephant is a series of picture books by British writer David McKee. They are about Elmer, who is a very playful and energetic Patchwork Elephant and we have used him and his friends directly from the book for a series of colorful tees and dresses.

Eric Carle

graniph presents the wonderful world of illustrator and children's book writer Eric Carle. Featuring the charming characters from some of his most popular books including 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' and 'Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?', there is something for all kids - big and small!

Ewert Karlsson

We are proud to present the work of one of the most influential illustrators and cartoonists to ever come out of Sweden: Ewert Karlsson, who won international recognition under the signature EWK. We have picked some of our favorites from his illustrations to the books about the little pirate prince, Vicke Viking.

GeGeGe no Kitaro ゲゲゲの鬼太郎

As one of Japan’s greatest folklore and horror comic book artist, few have been as influential as Shigeru Mizuki. From his impressive line up we have picked his most famous creation, 'GeGeGe no Kitarō' (ゲゲゲの鬼太郎) - a series of books that focus on a boy with mystic powers and an interesting coterie of allies, relatives and friends. Join us in the world of Kitaro!

Gremlins

Gremlins is a 1984 American comedy horror film directed by Joe Dante and released by Warner Bros.

Jenni Rope

We are happy to present Jenni Rope, an artist and illustrator, living and working in Helsinki, Finland. Her artwork has been exhibited widely in Finland and abroad, and is characterized by her playful and experimental use of shapes and colors. We picked the artwork from one of her beautiful picture books for this collaboration series.

Kata Kata

kata kata is a design duo that makes use of traditional Japanese dyeing technique to create subtle and sensitive designs. We hope that you will enjoy this series of garments in a retro-modern Japanese style.

Keiko Sena

A legendary picture book author, who became a classic through her quirky stories and eye-catching paste art. Through stories such as "Nenaiko Dareda" (Who Won't Go to Bed?), "Fuusen Neko" (Balloon Cat), "Megane Usagi" (Gracie Meets a Ghost), "Obake no Tempura" (Ghost Tempura) and many others, she has become a staple in many Japanese households, her books handed down from generation to generation.

Kentaro Yoshida x Art Gallery of NSW

To capture the spirit of Japan supernatural, the Art Gallery of NSW has partnered with Japanese illustrator and artist Kentaro Yoshida on a spine-chilling exclusive collaboration. Born and raised in Toyama, Japan, Kentaro moved to Australia aged 18.

His innovative style combines pastel tones, bold linework and a parade of monstrous and playful characters that span traditional and digital mediums.

Exhibition: Japan supernatural

Venue: Art Gallery of NSW

2 Nov 2019 – 8 Mar 2020

Leiji Matsumoto

A legend in the world of manga, Leiji Matsumoto has made his mark in many genres, from 'shojo manga' to action, stories about war, animals etc. but is maybe best known for his avant-garde science fiction. For this project we focused on one of his classics, "Galaxy Express 999". Please enjoy the romance and drama of the characters Tetsuro, Maetel, and the Conductor.
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Lilla Spoket Laban

We are happy to present this Swedish children's classic book about the little ghost Laban, who lives in the dungeons of a remote castle. Together with his family of ghosts and his new little sister Labolina, they have many adventures with the little Prince of the castle, who is not at all afraid of the friendly ghosts.

Little Thunder

A Hong Kong based illustrator with a wide following among up and coming young artists. Her art expertly draws out femininity and cuteness with an unmistakable soft and dreamy touch. Here we present one of her original designs and two special illustrations made just for this project.

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Matti Pikkujamsa

Funny characters with deep messages, simple but bold colorful patterns, clever illustrations, these are some of things that have made Matti Pikkujämsa a beloved artist both in his native Finland and in Japan, a country he often visits. Out of his own atelier in Helsinki he draws weekly illustrations for a newspaper, paints hundreds of portraits, creates textile patterns and illustrates books published in Japan. We are proud to present this collection made in close collaboration with Matti himself.

Miffy

Miffy was "born" in 1955. While on holiday in Egmond aan Zee, Dick Bruna would tell his eldest son, Sierk, bedtime stories about a little, white bunny, who scampered around the garden of their holiday home. This bunny became the inspiration for Miffy. Later, when Dick began sketching Miffy, he decided he would prefer to draw the bunny in a little dress, rather than a pair of trousers, and so Miffy became a little girl bunny.

Miffy is Dick Bruna's best known and most popular character, featuring in more than 30 books, far more than any other character he created. Miffy appeals to children all over the world, instilling a sense of safety. Many children are able to identify with Miffy and her adventures. She is uncomplicated and innocent, has a positive attitude and is always open to new experiences.

Mirko Hanák

Mirko Hanák was a painter, graphic designer and illustrator from Prague, Czech Republic. He specialised in creating images of animals, birds and landscapes using fluid lines and brushstrokes that were full of energy.

Nontan (ノンタン)

Nontan the mischievous boy kitten loves to play and learn about the world around him with his friends and his little sister. He first appeared in Japanese author Sachiko Kiyono's children's books in 1976, and continues to inspire children's imaginations 40 years on.

Osamu Tezuka

graniph is proud to present a collaboration collection with one of the godfathers of manga, Osamu Tezuka (手塚 治虫). He made Japanese anime what it is today and popularised it internationally with his great success. This collection features designs and patterns inspired by some of his greatest and renowned series including Astro Boy, Phoenix, and Black Jack.

Penelope

Pénélope was created by husband and wife Georg Hallensleben and Anne Gutman from France. It's a story about adventures of the little blue koala called Penelope.

Pingu

Pingu is a Swiss-British stop-motion clay animated children's comedy television series created by director Otmar Gutmann and illustrator Tony Wolf in 1990.

Ryohei Yanagihara

Ryohei Yanagihara was the pioneer of illustrators and the creator of the familiar character "Uncle Torys". His style is memorable and unique, as made of simplified shapes and contrasting colours. He also created many picture books including his best-known one "Face, Face, What Kind of Face?". His works have been loved for generations!

Ryoji Arai

A picture book artist famous for his vivid colors and graffiti-like style. His original and unique world is loved by fans all over the world. Enjoy the collection including a special artwork created especially for graniph.

Sanrio Characters

Satoshi Kako

Satoshi Kako is a Japanese illustrator who has produced close to 700 works, many of which he has also written himself. 

He is best known for his educational works that combine his engineering and scientific background with his love of storytelling.

Serge Bloch

Serge Bloch is an illustrator. He was born in Colmar in Alsace and studied at the School of Decorative Arts in Strasbourg. In addition to making books for children his work can also be found in many newspapers, The Washington Post, New York Times, Obs, Suddeutsche Zeitung Magazin and for the advertising of companies like Hermès, Petit Bateau, etc. His drawings are simple but full of humor and playfulness. He divides his time between Paris and NYC.

Shinta Cho

Collaboration featuring the works of late Japanese author and illustrator Shinta Cho (長新太). 

Taro Gomi

By now generations of children and adults both in Japan and abroad have enjoyed the picture books of Taro Gomi. We have picked our favorites from his library of work - about 400 books - to create this collection of fun and colorful Taro Gomi themed clothing!

The Beatles

The Laughing Salesman

We are proud to present a new series of garments based on the iconic manga "The Laughing Salesman", Moguro Fukuzo, who can help anyone, willingly or unwillingly, to fill the gap in their hearts. Woe to those who accept his help without actually following his advice, or even worse, not acknowledging his help in the first place! Please enjoy this black humored manga by Fujiko Fujio A.

Thomas and Friends

Tom and Jerry

One of the greatest and most beloved duos in cartoon history, we are happy to present a series featuring the legendary cat and mouse comedy of "Tom and Jerry"!  From their beginning in the animated shorts created by William Hannah and Joseph Barbera in 1940, they are now beloved all over the world.

Toshiyuki Fukuda

IIllustrator Toshiyuki Fukuda is known for his unique style with a gently nostalgic feel where each image seems to tell part of a longer story. The creation of the art in this collection is documented in an article in the art magazine "illustration" (No. 225), a rare chance to follow the creative journey of an artist, from idea to finished artwork. Please enjoy this sophisticated collection with new and unique artwork!

tupera tupera

tupera tupera
Starting in 2002, the unit tupera tupera consisting of Nakagawa Atsuko and Kameyama Tatsuya runs a wide range of activities, crafts, workshops, stage art, sculpture, animation. They are widely known for their artful and funny picture books, "Kao noto", "Shirokuma no pantsu" and ”Ki ga zurari”. Now you can read them, play with them and wear them with our collaboration series.

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Virginia Lee Burton

Virginia Lee Burton (August 30, 1909 – October 15, 1968), was an American illustrator and children's book author. She wrote and illustrated seven children's books, including The Little House (1943), which won the Caldecott Medal. She also illustrated six books by other authors.

YAMAP

Collaboration with Japanese social trekking service "YAMAP"

Yoshitoshi Tsukioka

Yoshitoshi (1839-1892) was a Japanese ukiyoe (woodblock print) artist active until the end of the 19th century. As Japan modernized he relentlessly strove for perfection in the use of traditional materials and methods. He is widely considered the greatest Japanese artist of his time.