Did you know that Osamu Tezuka published a Magazine?
COM (コム Komu) was a magazine started in 1967 by the man known as the Godfather of manga, Osamu Tezuka. (Of Astro Boy fame) It's purpose was for Tezuka and other artists to have an avenue to showcase more avant-garde and experimental manga.
As the final publication was in 1972, this magazine was a bit before my time so I've never come across it. I've been eyeing up vintage copies on Yahoo Auctions, purely based on the cover art (how amazing is it though!) and the fact that the catch phrase is "Specialist Manga Publication for the Manga Elite". I'm sure they are packed with weirdness and inspiration - so tempted!!
About Natalie Ex Design Studio
Hello, my name is Nat. I’m a qualified and experienced Illustrator and Graphic Designer in Melbourne. I have a Bachelor of Visual Communication Design and over 18 years of industry experience in illustration, graphic design and digital marketing.
The trademark Natalie Ex aesthetic is a playful and polished clean line style, inspired by my half Japanese upbringing.