原画ダッシュの特徴

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The production team scan the original artwork, and then using image processing software carefully compare it to the original, gradually making corrections to bring the coloring and texture closer to the original. Then they make test prints and compare them against the original time and again while making minute image quality adjustments. They are reproduced full-scale to the original. There are various color-tone adjustment procedures and techniques according to whether the artwork is monochrome or color, but basically they are adjusted in the following order: 1) Color of the manuscript paper. 2) Color of skin and hair etc. 3) Other details. In particular, making adjustments to the following parts of manga manuscripts takes considerable time.

It is not just about reproducing the original as a picture alone, but also the aim to conserve the original artwork while documenting the creation process, in which typesetting is pasted onto the manga manuscript after the dialogue is pencilled in. Because color properties are influenced by illumination, the color of the reproductions is checked under non-colored fluorescent lights. We also use matte paper to easily achieve the texture of the original.

他の複製原画とどこが違う?イメージ

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The aim of the Genga'(Dash) project is the "archival without alteration of the information that original pictures hold" and it is this point which differentiates a Genga'(Dash) from other reproductions. Other reproduction techniques clean up dirt and damage, and correct the color and luminosity of the original artwork but Genga'(Dash) reproduce the current state of the work, even to the point of dirt, damage, irregularities in the brushwork and nuances in the blank paper. These marks left on the artwork allow us to catch a glimpse behind the scenes of the artists' work and shows us the background of the times, and as such the documents can be though of as precious imprints in time.
The principles of Genga'(Dash) are that the data must be drawn from the original artwork, and fine color adjustments are made in direct comparison against the original.

どんなときに役に立つ?

Recently manga is gaining attention both within Japan and abroad and the number of manga exhibitions is growing. It is not unusual these days for original artworks to be exhibited. However there is always worry that the original manuscripts may suffer damage or loss. Manga manuscripts are delicate by nature and are not created for display, thus even short exhibitions can result in color fading. Accordingly, the Genga'(Dash) exhibitions act as an effective measure for preservation. Genga'(Dash) are resistant to both light and water, allowing for exhibitions in venues and for time lengths that would otherwise be impossible. The artist may even rest assured that they can safely be lent overseas without fear of the originals becoming lost in transit.

販売・貸出について

Genga'(Dash) have been lent or sold to fans who wish to get their hands on a near-original artwork, art galleries and museum wishing to hold exhibitions as well as commercial enterprises. The possibility of sales depends on receiving the approval of the author and copyright holder. One framed work sells for 100,000 yen. However they are not produced in large quantities and must be individually commissioned. They carry a seal or signature from the author or copyright holder on the back, and this also serves as proof that they are a Genga'(Dash). And important point to observe is that the copyright of any given Genga'(Dash) is at all times retained by the artist or copyright holder of the original artwork. They cannot be arbitrarily used for commercial purposed. This naturally also applies to the project's facilitating organization, the Kyoto International Manga Museum. Exhibition plans must be reported to the artist and copyright holder and may not proceed without their acknowledgement. Enquiries of further details relating to loans or purchases should be made with the Kyoto International Manga Museum.

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