Yoroshiku! My name’s Akira Takahashi-sensei. Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, I love writing and designing visual content geared towards all cultures! Home of properties such as the upcoming Vestibula, and the Christmas classic St. Nick II, you’re bound to be in for fun and delight!
…But also, during this uncertain era, we should all know when to be serious about the issues that impact us, such as COVID-19. Hang in there, world!
Moshi moshi! Takahashi-gakusei here again. I recently finished another course in my Graphic Design certificate. It took me a month, too. Sorry if it seemed like I haven’t been minding my blog. Anyway, I just want to let you know that this month is that of my birthday, and if you pledge a dollar or… Continue reading Birthday Bulletin: Patreon Exclusive First Looks On the Way!
Animation. The physical movement of an object being demonstrated one frame at a time. What started out as an experiment with cameras in the mid to late 1800s had become embraced by the early 1900s. Michigan-born cartoonist Windsor McCay, who serialized the surrealist Little Nemo in Slumberland from 1905 to 1925 in the New York… Continue reading A Fair Future for Japanese Animation
Good afternoon, Takahashi-sensei here. First off, I hope you’re taking care of yourselves in this uncertain time regarding the Coronavirus situation. I’m barely ever allowed to leave the house! Second, one of everyone’s favorite video game companies with a rich history, SEGA Sammy, is celebrating its 60th Anniversary. Regarding SEGA, I’m well aware of the… Continue reading Special Announcement for the Segaphiles!
Happy Canada Day, everyone! And what have we here? Another coloring page for the kiddies; this time, Hick! With the Calgary Stampede set to begin later this week, I hope everyone in Calgary as well as the rest of Canada has a grand out-of-this-world time!
Howdy, pardners! Takahashi-sense- I mean, Sheriff Takahashi here! As you all know, the Calgary Stampede is a festival and rodeo held here in the Albertan city of Calgary, for one week in July, and has been held since 1912. During the week, Calgarians get to enjoy line dancing, watching bull rides and chuck wagon races,… Continue reading Coloring Pages are a-comin’ this Summer. And you’re gonna be in for a Rodeo!
As a self-employed freelancer, I’m very happy to take requests, whether it be character creation and design, promotional material such as mini-comics or posters, and even T-shirt designs. With this work ethic, I guarantee that I’ll leave a lasting impact on your business. Despite being based in Calgary, I’m proud to announce that, as of… Continue reading Contact
