Jamie Hewlett. 40th Anniversary Edition

From the iconic rise of Tank Girl to the innovative animation of Gorillaz, Jamie Hewlett has established himself as a dynamic force in modern pop culture. His wide-ranging influences, from hip hop beats to zombie horror films, marked his breakout in the mid-1990s as the co-creator of the Tank Girl comic series. Alongside his then-flatmate Damon Albarn, Hewlett co-founded the revolutionary virtual band Gorillaz, which has become a worldwide phenomenon. The animated group has dominated charts internationally, toured extensively from San Diego to Syria, and achieved significant streaming and sales milestones.Hewlett's collaborations with Albarn didn't stop there; they have also embarked on bold projects such as a theatrical adaptation of Wu Cheng’en’s classic Chinese tale, Monkey: Journey to the West, featuring acrobats, Shaolin monks, and Chinese vocalists. Recognition for Hewlett's contributions includes being named Designer of the Year by London’s Design Museum in 2006 and winning a BAFTA in 2009 for their animation work during the Beijing Olympics.In 2015, a new chapter in Hewlett's artistic journey unfolded with "The Suggestionists," an exhibition at London's Saatchi Gallery that highlighted his evolving creative vision. This special edition released for TASCHEN’s 40th anniversary enriches Hewlett’s comprehensive monograph with approximately 30 new pieces, encapsulating his vibrant journey through more than 400 artworks spanning from Tank Girl to Gorillaz and beyond. Through captivating narratives, vivid characters, comics, and sketches, we explore Hewlett's remarkable inventiveness, celebrating an artist whose multidisciplinary talents defy categorization and embrace continuous innovation.